Sports


Indian wrestlers gear up for Paris Olympics 2024 quota at Istanbul event

Istanbul, May 8 (UNI) Fourteen Indian wrestlers, spearheaded by Aman Sehrawat and Deepak Punia, are set to vie for coveted spots at the Paris Olympics 2024 as they enter the arena at the World Wrestling Olympic Qualifiers commencing here from Thursday.
The stakes are high as this tournament marks the final opportunity for wrestlers worldwide to secure a berth for the upcoming Summer Games. With their eyes set on Olympic glory, the Indian contingent is prepared to give it their all in different weight categories.
In this crucial qualifier, the top two contenders in each division will clinch quotas for the Paris 2024 Olympics, ensuring representation for their respective nations on the grand stage of international wrestling.
More News

SAI invites applications for 323 Assistant Coaches in 26 disciplines

17 Jan 2026 | 12:50 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17(UNI): Sports Authority of India(SAI) has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for filling up vacancies of 323 Assistant Coaches in 26 disciplines.

see more..

PWL: Haryana Thunders register 7–2 win over Punjab Royals

17 Jan 2026 | 11:37 AM

Noida, Jan 17 (UNI): Haryana Thunders delivered a dominant all-round performance to outclass Punjab Royals 7–2, asserting control early and never relinquishing momentum in their first match of the season on late Friday night (Jan 16, 2026). Player of the Match Neha Sangwan delivered one of the standout performances of the tie with a dominant 8–0 victory over Punjab captain Roksana Zasina in the 57kg women’s bout, while U23 World Champion and Asian Championship Bronze medalist Priya Malik was named Fighter of the Match for her gritty performance in a tightly contested 76kg contest. The Pro Wres.

see more..

Pro Wrestling League : Delhi Dangal Warriors beats Maharashtra Kesari 6–3

17 Jan 2026 | 11:32 AM

Noida, Jan 17(UNI): Delhi Dangal Warriors walked away with a comfortable 6–3 win over Maharashtra Kesari in their first match of the Pro Wrestling League 2026 today. 17-year-old Saarika starred in the biggest upset of the day with a 7-0 win over Paris 2024 Silver medalist Guzman Lopez Yusneylis. Delhi Dangal Warriors, Anastasiya Alpyeeva was awarded the Player of the Match award while Maharashtra Kesari’s Robert Baran was awarded the Fighter of the Match Award. The Pro Wrestling League 2026 is being played at the Noida Indoor Stadium from the 15th January – February 1 2026.

see more..

Haryana Thunders register a thumping 7–2 win over Punjab Royals

17 Jan 2026 | 2:01 AM

Noida, Jan 16 (UNI): Haryana Thunders delivered a dominant all-round performance to outclass Punjab Royals 7–2, asserting control early and never relinquishing momentum in their first match of the season on late Friday night (Jan 16, 2026).

see more..

"Just focused on contributing,” says Harleen Deol after UP Warriorz’s first WPL 2026 win

16 Jan 2026 | 11:29 PM

Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI): UP Warriorz secured their first victory of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 with a controlled performance against Mumbai Indians, restricting their opponents to 161-5 before completing the chase with 11 balls to spare. The bowlers set the platform with a disciplined display, applying pressure through the innings and ensuring Mumbai Indians were kept in check. .

see more..