Highlight of National Sports Day: Kartik Aaryan's path to Chandu Champion

Kartik prepared hard for the position in three difficult sports—wrestling, boxing, and swimming—all of which need for self-control, endurance, and the ability to master particular skills. The actor spent about a year and a half honing these abilities under the supervision of professionals to make sure he captured Petkar's personality and tenacity in a realistic manner.Kartik's training was described as being on par with an athlete's regimen. The actor pushed himself to the edge through intense swimming practice, wrestling's raw force, and boxing's quick reflexes. His dedication to authenticity and storytelling on screen is demonstrated by his athletic prowess and physical metamorphosis.Chandu Champion, which was released on June 14, 2024, was one of Kartik's best performances to date and honored Petkar's unmatched history. His performance, which combined grit and emotional depth, was praised as deserving of a National Award. He received praise from both critics and spectators, which strengthened his reputation as a popular performer and box office success.Kartik once again demonstrated with Chandu Champion that all of his film selections are nothing short of masterpieces. The film, which was directed by Kabir Khan, tells the narrative of Murlikant Petkar's incredible journey during which he overcame hardships to make history.Kartik's journey for Chandu Champion serves as a fitting tribute to sports legends like Murlikant Petkar, whose tale continues to inspire generations, and serves as a reminder of the value of perseverance and the strength of dedication as we commemorate National Sports Day.  

The 2025 World Athletics Championships rankings have been revealed. Which Indians are eligible to go to Tokyo?

India's 19-member team will be led by reigning world champion Neeraj Chopra at the World Athletics Championships 2025, which will take place in Tokyo from September 13–21. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) revealed the 13-man, 6-woman contingent, which combines established athletes with up-and-coming talent.Chopra is still India's best chance to win a gold in the men's javelin throw after successfully defending his global title in Budapest in 2023. Although he had previously surpassed the 85.50m entry requirement earlier in the season, the 26-year-old qualified as the defending champion via a wild card. Both Yashvir Singh and Sachin Yadav, who earned their spots through the world rankings, will compete with him in the javelin event.But Animesh Kujur of Odisha has the breakthrough story. By being the first Indian male sprinter to qualify for the World Championships and secure a spot in the men's 200m, the national record holder has made history. His involvement represents a turning point for Indian sprinting on the international front.India met entry conditions and obtained four direct credentials. Gulveer Singh (5000m), Praveen Chitravel (triple jump), Parul Chaudhary (3000m steeplechase), and Avinash Sable (3000m steeplechase) had all earned automatic marks. Sable's injury-related departure, however, has been a significant blow to the contingent. The 2025 World Athletics Championships rankings have been revealed. Which Indians are eligible to go to Tokyo?  

Badminton World Championships: Lakshya Sen's departure from Paris is a clear indication that his career needs a significant overhaul.

As the online series pointed out, Lakshya Sen is not a naive American named Emily, but he is undoubtedly "on the precipice of the rest of his life" following a second unsuccessful attempt at a medal in Paris. In other words, if Sen doesn't want to waste a very good career waiting for medals to come his way, a significant shakeup is required.Paris might or might not be the ideal destination for single people. However, even though that diving retrieving looks amazing, don't try playing singles at a badminton world championship with a doubles coach who might not have the exact advise that can pull you out of a defensive rut. Lakshya Sen vs. Shi Yu Qi Live, World Championships in Badminton KEY POINTS: Lakshya Sen lost Monday's 2025 BWF World Championships, which took held at the same location just over a year after his devastating fourth-place performance at the Paris Olympics. The Indian star put up a strong fight in both of their matches against top seed Shi Yu Qi, but the Chinese shuttler's class prevailed in crucial moments. In 54 minutes, Lakshya lost 17–21, 19–21.Lakshya, who is presently rated number 21, would have wanted to shock Shi, who is the front-runner to win the coveted World Championships gold. The 24-year-old from Almora, who won bronze at the 2021 tournament in Huelva, has had a difficult season on the circuit, but he recently showed signs of improvement at the Macau Open, where he advanced to the semifinals. But in the end, he had to play so well so early because of his low rank, and it ended in defeat.Both HS Prannoy, the nation's most recent medallist following his victory in Copenhagen, and PV Sindhu, India's most successful athlete in the event with five medals, start their campaigns on Tuesday with games they can win. In preparation for more difficult exams, Sindhu faces world No. 69 Kaloyana Nalbantova. Finnish world No. 48 Joakim Oldorff will face Prannoy, who has now dropped to world No. 34.  

Can Lakshya Sen defeat world No. 1 in badminton? Lakshya Sen vs. Shi Yu Qi Live, 2025 Badminton World Championships. Around 6 p.m. IST, the match will begin.

Shi Yu Qi vs. Lakshya Sen Live updates for the badminton world championships: Lakshya Sen returns to the same location as the 2025 BWF World Championships get underway on Monday, little over a year after his devastating fourth-place performance at the Paris Olympics. Additionally, first seed Shi Yu Qi presents a challenging opening match for the Indian star. Around 6 p.m. IST is when the game is anticipated to begin.Lakshya, who is now rated number 21, will be looking to shock Shi, who is the front-runner to win the coveted World Championships gold. The 24-year-old from Almora, who won bronze at the 2021 tournament in Huelva, has had a difficult season on the circuit, but he recently showed signs of improvement at the Macau Open, where he advanced to the semifinals. Shi has a 3-1 lead in the head-to-head.Earlier this year, the Chinese world No. 1 defeated Lakshya in three games in Indonesia. He is currently in scorching form, having won three Super 1000 titles this season. "I can't wait to play some excellent badminton when I get here. The French Open was excellent for me prior to the Olympics. I enjoy playing in these conditions, and the stadium is wonderful. I find it to be a difficult draw. In an interview with BWF on Monday, Lakshya, who is now ranked 21st in the world, stated, "I will treat the first round as a final."Other Indians competing on the first day are the Panda sisters, Rutuparna and Swetaparna, in women's doubles, and Priya Konjengbam–Shruti Mishra. Ruben Rethinasabapathi and Hariharan Amsakarunan will compete in men's doubles. On Tuesday, the remaining members of the contingent, including as PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy, will start their campaigns. The first round is a bye for Satwik-Chirag.  

10m air rifle gold is won by Elavenil Valarivan at the Asian Shooting Championship.

With a typically calm performance in the final, Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan won the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle discipline at the 16th Asian Championships in Shymkent on Friday, August 22, 2025.With a final score of 253.6, the 26-year-old Tamil Nadu native, who has won numerous gold medals at World Cups, won her second gold at the continental showcase. Her first gold came in 2019 in Taiwan while she was training under Olympic medallist shooter Gagan Narang at his Gun for Glory Academy. With a score of 253, Xinlu Peng of China won silver, and Eunji Kwon of Korea earned bronze with a score of 231.2.Valarivan had previously won silver and bronze in the team events, but this was his first time placing on the individual podium in the current competition.Mehuli Ghosh, another Indian competitor, finished in fourth place with a score of 208.9 in the eight-shooter final.With a score of 630.7, Valarivan had advanced to the final in eighth place. Arya Borse (633.2) and Sonam Maskar (630.5), two other Indians who had previously placed 10th in the event with a score of 630.3, moved aside to make the final because they were only vying for ranking points.  

Teen Long Jumper Shahnavaz Khan Draws Strength from Late Father’s Memory and Mentor’s Support to Win Career-Defining Medal

At just 18, long jumper Shahnavaz Khan achieved a milestone that will stay with him for life — a major medal that marks the high point of his young career so far. But behind the leap was more than just athletic training. It was the quiet strength drawn from the memory of his late father, and the steady support of a senior athlete who guided him through moments of self-doubt.   Shahnavaz lost his father when he was a child, but he remembers the quiet encouragement and love that pushed him to keep chasing his dreams. “He never saw me jump, but I still feel him with me every time I step onto the track,” Shahnavaz shared, his voice steady.   His breakthrough was not achieved alone. A seasoned long jumper from his training camp took him under his wing, offering advice and reassurance in the weeks leading up to the competition. “There were days I thought I wasn’t good enough. He kept reminding me why I started,” Shahnavaz said.   Now, with a major medal in hand, Shahnavaz stands at the beginning of what could be a promising journey. But more than the win, it's the personal bonds — the memory of a father, and the presence of a mentor — that ground his feet and push him forward.

England Drop to Third in WTC After Over Rate Penalty at Lord’s

England have been docked points in the World Test Championship (WTC) for maintaining a slow over rate during the first Test against the West Indies at Lord’s. The deduction has caused them to slip to third place in the current WTC standings.   According to the ICC, England fell short of the required over rate and were penalized one point for each over they failed to bowl in time. They were also fined a portion of their match fee, in line with standard regulations. The over rate was assessed based on the actual playing time and overs bowled, excluding stoppages and allowances.   This penalty affects England’s progress in the WTC cycle, where every point is crucial in the race to the final. Despite winning the Lord’s Test convincingly, the deduction has narrowed their lead over other contenders. Australia and India now sit ahead in the standings, with England closely trailing behind.   The second Test of the series will be held at Trent Bridge, where England will look to not only continue their strong performance but also avoid further penalties that could impact their WTC campaign.

IPL 2025: GT vs. LSG: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, weather forecast, pitch report, and more

On Thursday, May 22, Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will square off in the 64th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The game will take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, GT's home field.To secure their spot in the top two, Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans will want to win the match. However, the LSG team, led by Rishabh Pant, will aim to win and finish their IPL 2025 campaign on a strong note after losing their last game and being eliminated from the Playoffs competition.Since GT is a strong candidate to place first or second in the playoffs, other teams will want LSG to win.A high-scoring match is anticipated at Narendra Modi Stadium since the batting field is favorable to the players. Throughout the game, the pacers will receive support. Given that dew will be crucial in the second innings, the team that wins the toss may decide to bowl.AccuWeather predicts that Ahmedabad's temperature would start the game at about 37 degrees Celsius and drop to 33 degrees Celsius by the end. During match hours, the humidity will range from about 37% to 49%. There is very little chance of rain throughout the match, and the sky will be clear.  

Results for RBSE BSER, HPBOSE, and HBSE Board 10th and 12th grades in 2025 HPBoSE will live-stream the results of Class 10

View the most recent news about school assemblies on February 21, 2025, which includes more than 50 headlines from sports, education, and national and international politics. Important topics include highlights from the second match of the ICC champions 2.The results for Class 10 and Class 12 were released by BSER on May 29 and May 20, respectively, last year. In contrast, JAC released the results for Classes 10 and 12 on April 19 and April 30, respectively. Last year's TN +1 results were revealed on May 14. On May 7 and April 29, respectively, the HPBOSE Class 10 and Class 12 results were released.The Class 12 results were released by the Punjab School Examination Board (PSEB), Mohali, on May 14. On May 15, the board is expected to release the PSEB Class 10 results. Students can see the PSEB Class 10 result 2025 on the official website, pseb.ac.in. This year, 2.81 lakh students took the PSEB matriculation exam.  

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The science underlying Hardik Pandya's trademark no-look sixes and his bent bat

When Hardik Pandya knocks his signature no-look sixes, he does so with a casual demeanor; his timing, skill, and power make it appear effortless. His front-curved bat, a novel invention that has been around for a while but has mostly gone unnoticed, helps the star clear the rope.The groundbreaking "bat tweak" started in the 1990s when Sachin Tendulkar asked his bat manufacturer a question. He had seen that after a while of use, his bats would have a wonderful sweet spot—the wood would get compressed, giving the willow a "good dent." Tendulkar said, "Is it possible to have a readymade sweet spot?" The bats were no longer flat as a cutting board, and the response was "yes." They were convex as well.Hardik is a leading contender in the arms battle among six-hitters thanks to his abilities, conditioning, and bat. His bat has about 200 percent more curve than the competition, according to Sanspareils Greenlands (SG), a manufacturer based in Meerut.Hardik has two requirements: the ball must strike the sweet point of the curve and take off at the exact angle that will allow it to travel the furthest. As an SG engineer notes, it's all about the physics. The ball must take off from the bat at a 45-degree angle in order for its trajectory to form a perfect parabola in the air and travel the farthest. The batsman has a better chance of obtaining the perfect angle when the willow is bent.The throwing wedge on golf clubs has an angle that provides elevation. With the curve's assistance, we were able to provide an excellent angle. When struck with the proper force at a 45-degree angle, it travels over 90 meters. Here, that is the science. The ball is lofted by the curve. Anand remarked, "Hardik worked that out."To illustrate the workings of their Arc series bat, the SG engineers draw schematics on their notebooks and use 3D animation on their laptops. Few are longtime employees who have worked at the company for more than ten years and are unwilling to be identified. They are assets that the business cannot afford to lose or identify in a highly competitive market. One may comprehend why T20 cricket has turned into a batsman's game just listening to them. They discuss how the bat's surface lengthens and the sweet spot enlarges as the curve's degree increases.In comparison to a flat bat, a bat with a longitudinal curve has a longer surface if you measure along the curve, such as with a string. The sweet spot or high-performing zone expands as a result of this increased surface area. This implies that even with imperfect timing, the bat has more "forgiving space" to hit the ball accurately. According to a mechanical engineer who serves as Hardik's sounding board, "curving the bat helps increase the area where you get powerful, clean shots."  

IPL2025: When the T20 league starts on May 17, Chinnaswamy supporters will pay tribute to Virat Kohli during the RCB vs. KKR match.

During Royal Challengers Bengaluru's game against the Kolkata Knight Riders, Virat Kohli, who announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, is expected to receive a heartfelt homage from his devoted supporters. Kohli's devoted supporters wish to honor his exceptional Test cricket career as the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) resumes on May 17 with RCB's matchup versus KKR at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium.In order to honor his contribution to Test cricket, the RCB supporters are urging other fans to show up at the stadium wearing white jerseys. RCB supporters are being urged by the fan-led campaign, which has gained widespread attention on social media, to exchange their RCB uniform for an India Test jersey or a simple white t-shirt. "Bengaluru guys, you have one job to do," was the caption posted by a user on X along with the appeal to wear white shirts. GET THE WORD OUT.Due to the support of several admirers, the project has gone viral on social media. One fan stated emphatically, "I'll be very disappointed if this doesn't happen," while other others urged the RCB supporters to create a "white ocean" at the Chinnaswamy. The feeling was shared by another user, who wrote: "Bengali people, please grant our wish." In Chinnaswamy, we hope to witness a white ocean.

Axar Patel leads DC to a decisive victory over Rishabh Pant's LSG on a night that contrasts for the captains.

Returning to Lucknow for the first time since his unsatisfactory dismissal from the team, KL Rahul ended the game with a spectacular six to go undefeated in a run-chase with a 42-ball 57.On a night full of stories at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium, the Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets in a 160-run chase, solidifying their status as this season's title contenders. KL Rahul, who is making his first appearance in Lucknow after his unsatisfactory dismissal from the team, ended the game with a spectacular six to go undefeated in a run chase with a 42-ball 57. In the twelfth over of their respective innings, LSG and DC both lost their second wicket. Axar Patel entered when a composed Abishek Porel collapsed. At this point, DC was only under a little pressure to take a few wickets, but it might have grown complicated because new batters take time to get comfortable. With two sixes over the midwicket zone, his favorite hit against spin, Axar took out Ravi Bishnoi in the very next over after Avesh Khan had dismissed him after four dot balls.In the following over, facing Avesh once more after being outscored by a few deliveries, he decided to take a chance and hit a four to try to clear the fielder at mid-off. The most impressive stroke came from Shardul Thakur, who took up a not-so-short ball with the weight still on his backfoot and sent it over long on for a six.  

Nitish Rana on RR not selecting him for Super Over against DC despite 51 off 28: "One person never takes the call."

Despite hitting 51 off 28 balls against the Delhi Capitals, Nitish Rana was left out of the Super Over lineup as the Rajasthan Royals entered with Hetmyer and Riyan Parag.Nitish Rana remained in the middle until the 18th over of the chase after smashing 51 off 28 balls. At the Arun Jaitely Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday, the Rajasthan Royals sent neither batsman to bat despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's 51 off 37 balls in the Super Over against the Delhi Capitals. Eyes were rolling when Shimron Hetmyer and Riyan Parag came out to bat in the Super Over. Rana wasn't even on the list of the three batters for the Super Over, but Jaiswal was chosen to bat following a wicket fall.RR's choice proved to be a poor one as Mitchell Starc of DC cramped the Hetmyer for space with yorkers and the reverse swing, allowing him to begin the Super Over with a dot ball. The Australian bowler was hit for four after missing his mark on the next delivery, but he recovered with another low full toss in the third ball. A single was taken by Hetmyer.Starc's low full toss was hit by Riyan Parag over third man for a boundary, sometimes known as a no-ball. After it appeared that RR would easily reach 15 with three balls left, the game took yet another sharp turn. RR was bowled out for just 11 as Parag and Jaiswal were ran out in the following ball.KL Rahul and Tristian Stubbs smash two sixes in the first three balls of Sandeep Sharma's Super Over to give DC a historic victory, so the total was insufficient. Following the game, Nitish Rana stated that the decision to send Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer instead of him for the Super Over was made by the RR management. Rana said he didn't have an alternative response, adding that if Hetmyer had hit a couple of sixes in the Super Over, the questions would have been different."The call is answered by management, not a single individual. Along with two other senior players and coaches, the captain is present. You wouldn't be asking this question if Shimron Hetmyer had hit two sixes. I'll respond with the same response. I have no other response. Every choice we made was the right one. Everyone knows that Hetmyer is our finisher. During the press conference, Rana stated, "He has previously delivered."  

Who Won CSK vs. RR, Match 11 in Yesterday's IPL 2025 Match?

The outcome of yesterday's IPL 2024 match between CSK and RR: Watch the most recent IPL action as CSK and RR square off in the 2025 season's first game. Get all the match information and updates here, along with the results of the encounter.The highly anticipated Match 11 between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season was played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lost against Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a margin of six runs. First to bowl, RR amassed 182 runs. Despite pursuing the objective, CSK ended up at 176 for 6 in 20 overs. The Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 6 runs in the March 30 IPL 2025 match. After two losses earlier in the season, this victory was RR's first. In contrast, CSK lost this game for the second time in a row.Highlights of the IPL 2025 match between the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings: Wanindu Hasaranga takes four wickets to help the Royals overcome the Super Kings by six runs.  

RCB vs. CSK REAL-TIME SCORE UPDATES IPL2025: Sam Curran leaves as RCB takes early wickets to take the lead

IPL 2025, Live Cricket Score Updates for CSK vs. RCB: At the Chepauk, the Chennai Super Kings are struggling to reach their 197-run target against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru after losing four wickets with just 52 runs remaining. In their Indian Premier League match, Josh Hazlewood took the wickets of Rahul Tripathi and Ruturaj Gaikwad in the same over, leaving CSK at 8/2 in the second over alone. Only RCB skipper Rajat Patidar reached a half-century, while Noor Ahmad of CSK took three wickets, including Phil Salt and Virat Kohli. MS Dhoni has already shown his magic in the contest by dismissing Phil Salt with another lightning-fast stumping. In CSK's opening encounter with Mumbai, Dhoni also displayed his mastery of wicketkeeping by dismissing Suryakumar Yadav.Both Bhuvneshwar Kumar for RCB and Matheesha Pathirana for CSK are making their season debuts. Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings in their final league game to advance to the IPL playoffs in 2024, the last time these two teams faced each other. Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, and Yash Dayal make up the RCB first team (with Suyash Sharma perhaps having an impact).  

Top-gun is overthrown by Rashid Khan. The third-fastest player to reach 150 IPL wickets is Jasprit Bumrah.

Rashid Khan, the top spinner for Afghanistan, became the third-fastest player to reach 150 Indian Premier League (IPL) wickets, surpassing the mark held by India's top pacer Jasprit Bumrah.Rashid accomplished the historic feat against the Punjab Kings in the Gujarat Titans' season opener. In Titan's narrow 11-run loss, he only managed one wicket, but it was enough to surpass Bumrah and make him the third-fastest player in the lucrative league to collect 150 wickets.  

KL Rahul will not play in DC's first game against LSG.

Due to personal circumstances, KL Rahul, the new addition to the Delhi Capitals, will not play in Monday's season opener. The Delhi Capitals management has granted the Indian batter, who is expecting his first kid, special permission to miss the game against his old team, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), at the Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.After finding out that his wife, Athiya Shetty, might give birth at any time, the Indian batter hurried back to Mumbai on Sunday night. On March 30, nonetheless, he is anticipated to play alongside his Delhi Capitals teammates in their second matchup against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The baby is due any moment now, so he has come home to be with his wife. But he will definitely be available for the team's upcoming match," a Rahul family friend stated. Rahul, who has been playing quite well lately, was one of India's best players during their Champions Trophy victory in Dubai. He hasn't played in India's Twenty20 International team, though, and he said at the event in Dubai that he wants to get back into the starting lineup. Rahul trained in Mumbai for the Indian Premier League (IPL) season under India's assistant coach, Abhishek Nayar, before to joining the Delhi Capitals camp in Visakhapatnam. Rahul left LSG, the team he coached for the previous three seasons, and was purchased by the Delhi management for INR 12 crore in the super auction.  

Here are the new rules for the Indian Premier League in 2025: impact players, two balls, and saliva use.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) met with the captains and referees of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 teams on Thursday.The easing of the saliva ban and the retention of the Impact Player rule were two of the major rule changes that were reviewed and accepted during the meeting, which was place at the BCCI Headquarters in Mumbai. Given that the IPL 2025 season begins on March 22, these new regulations are anticipated to both enhance and somewhat alter the tournament's dynamics. 1. The prohibition on saliva was lifted The removal of the prohibition on using saliva to shine the cricket ball is among the most significant modifications. This prohibition was put in place as part of health and safety procedures during the COVID-19 epidemic. The BCCI has agreed to permit players to utilize saliva once more after deliberations at a recent captains' meeting, when the majority of team captains endorsed the decision. 2. A second ball is introduced. The BCCI will enact a regulation introducing a second ball in the second innings of evening games in an attempt to solve the dew effect that frequently impacts night matches. After the eleventh over, this new ball will enter the game. Depending on the dew conditions, umpires will have the last say over whether a ball change is required. By reducing any advantages captains would obtain from winning, this rule seeks to level the playing field.