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World Padel League: Khan Tigers dominate Vernost Jaguars, SG Pipers Cheetahs beat Leopards to clinch semis spots

IANS | August 14, 2025 10:40 PM

Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Khan Tigers powered past Vernost Jaguars in a commanding 19-10 victory, while the defending champions SG Pipers Cheetahs held their nerve to edge out Vedanta Leopards in a thrilling 15-14 contest on the third day of the World Padel League. The wins helped them seal their spots in the semifinals alongside Game Changers Lions and Hubtown Panorama Panthers.

Chennai Grandmasters chess: Keymer seals title with a round to spare, becomes tournament’s first-ever sole winner

IANS | August 14, 2025 9:40 PM

Chennai, Aug 14 (IANS) Vincent Keymer completed a landmark triumph at the Chennai Grand Masters 2025, securing the title with a round to spare and becoming the first sole champion in the tournament’s history. The 20-year-old German, playing with white pieces, drew his match against Dutchman Jordan van Foreest, while results elsewhere confirmed his tournament victory.

Mumbai set to host a six-day classical showdown in season 2 of All-India Chess Masters

IANS | August 14, 2025 9:09 PM

Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Over 220 players from across India are gearing up for one of the biggest chess battles of the year as Season 2 of the All-India Chess Masters, the Mumbai FIDE Classical Tournament, which kicks off here on Saturday (August 16). The prestigious event will run until August 21 and will have some of the top talent on the domestic circuit battling it out in an intense six-day contest under the FIDE rules and laws.

Cricket: Nicholas Pooran to lead Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL 2025

IANS | August 14, 2025 8:40 PM

Port of Spain, Aug 14 (IANS) Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) have announced Nicholas Pooran as their new captain for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025. Pooran will take over the mantle of leadership from the legendary Kieron Pollard, who has led the side with distinction since 2019, guiding them to their record fourth title in 2020.

Mithali backs India to win maiden Women’s ODI World Cup title if they seize key moments

IANS | August 14, 2025 7:35 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Former India captain Mithali Raj believes a maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title is within the current team's reach if they are able to seize key moments during the tournament starting on September 30. India head into the eight-team showpiece event as one of the favourites to win the title, though seven-time champions Australia and four-time winners England remain as formidable challengers.

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