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Kohli passes baton to Patidar at RCB Unbox extravaganza

Bengaluru, Mar 17 (UNI) The Chinnaswamy Stadium pulsated with energy on Monday evening as thousands of passionate Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fans gathered for the much-anticipated Unboxing event ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
It was a night of nostalgia, excitement, and a hint of nervous anticipation as the franchise ushered in a new era, headlined by the appointment of Rajat Patidar as RCB’s new captain.
As the sun dipped below the Bengaluru skyline, floodlights bathed the stadium in a warm glow. Then, amidst deafening cheers, emerged Virat Kohli—RCB’s talisman, their beating heart, their eternal icon. Holding the mic, he smiled, soaking in the chants of ‘Kohli, Kohli’ before making the big announcement.
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After Junior World Cup high, players trade focus on HIL with hopes of Senior Team spot

17 Dec 2025 | 4:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 17 (UNI) After the high of FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where the Indian team clinched a bronze medal, backed by a valiant comeback to beat Argentina 4-2, the India Colts stars are vying to further impress with their outing in the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL).

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Shooting: Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Darshna Rathore clinch mixed team skeet gold

17 Dec 2025 | 4:50 PM

New Delhi, Dec 17(UNI) Rajasthan’s pairing of Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Darshna Rathore produced a consistent performance to win the Senior Skeet Mixed Team gold medal at the 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions (Shotgun), currently underway at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range here. The Rajasthan duo defeated Uttar Pradesh 45-43 in a closely contested gold medal match to seal the title. .

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Santosh Trophy Controversy: Set criteria followed in selection: J&K Sports Council

17 Dec 2025 | 4:34 PM

Jammu, Dec 17 (UNI) Amidst the controversy sparked over Santosh Trophy selection trials, the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council while clearing the dust have clarified that set criteria was followed in the selection trials and there was no regional discrimination at all.

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Aitana Bonmatí & Ousmane Dembele take top honours at Best FIFA Football Awards 2025

17 Dec 2025 | 2:59 PM

Doha, (Qatar), Dec 17 (UNI) Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí claimed a historic third-straight The Best FIFA Women’s Player award, and France’s Ousmane Dembele was crowned The Best FIFA Men’s Player, at a special event held here on Tuesday night. .

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Italy confirm next year's T20 World Cup debut under Madsen’s captaincy

17 Dec 2025 | 2:34 PM

Rome, Dec 17 (UNI) The Italian Cricket Federation (Federazione Cricket Italia) have confirmed Wayne Madsen will lead the side for their historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup tilt next year, replacing Joe Burns who will be omitted from the squad for the tournament. .

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