Arsenal's Gabriel ruled out after thigh injury on Brazil duty

IANS | November 16, 2025 10:44 PM

London, Nov 16 (IANS) Arsenal defender Gabriel has been ruled out of action after sustaining a muscle injury in his right thigh, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Sunday. The setback occurred during Brazil’s friendly match against Senegal, played at Arsenal’s home ground in North London, where the centre-back was forced off the pitch after experiencing discomfort.

Jr Women Academy C'ship: Ghumanhera Riser’s, Raja Karan register wins

IANS | November 16, 2025 8:18 PM

Karnal, Nov 16 (IANS) The 3rd Hockey India Junior Women Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B kicked off on Sunday, witnessing thrilling action at the Kailash Hockey Stadium in Karnal, Haryana. Ghumanhera Riser’s Academy, Raja Karan Hockey Academy, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Academy, Citizen Hockey XI and Odisha Naval Tata Hockey High Performance Centre prevailed in their respective matches.

New champions emerge in National Racing Championship

IANS | November 16, 2025 7:41 PM

Coimbatore, Nov 16 (IANS) The curtains came down on the 28th FMSCI National Racing Championship at the Kari Motor Speedway here on Sunday with action-packed races overflowing with emotions, and new champions emerging in several categories.

Blue Tigers brace for fierce and competitive game in Bangladesh

IANS | November 16, 2025 6:35 PM

Dhaka, Nov 16 (IANS) The Indian senior men’s team arrived in Dhaka on Saturday evening, three days before their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round match against the hosts. Despite both teams being out of contention for qualification, Blue Tigers goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu said that the rivalry will remain intact.

World Boxing Cup Finals 2025: India off to perfect start as Minakshi, Preeti, Ankush & Narender secure medals

IANS | November 16, 2025 6:21 PM

Greater Noida, Nov 16 (IANS) World Champion Minakshi, Preeti, Ankush Phangal, and Narender Berwal powered India to a flawless opening as all four secured medals with dominant wins on Day 1 of the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025. With the tournament restricted to only the world’s eight top boxers in each category, the Indian quartet swept through the opening round to enter the semis, guaranteeing podium finishes at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex.