Blood, sweat and gaalis: The legend of Dronacharya awardee Merzban Patel aka Bawa

Strict, disciplined and with an unwavering persona, the hockey coach spent his entire life spotting, training, guiding and nurturing many players.

Nicolai Nayak

· Sep 13, 2019 · 12:30 pm

World Cup qualifiers: With historic draw in Qatar, Stimac and Co give India belief to dream big

On paper, the result was a draw but it felt like a victory for India as they held Qatar in their second match of the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.

Nicolai Nayak

· Sep 11, 2019 · 09:30 am

2022 World Cup qualifiers, India vs Qatar: Jhingan vs Almoez, Mabido vs Sahal and other key battles

With the odds stacked against the visitors, here are the key battles that could decide the result of India-Qatar clash.

Nicolai Nayak

· Sep 10, 2019 · 02:47 pm

World Cup qualifiers preview: Will India stay true to new style or look to deliver results?

It remains to be seen what tricks Stimac has under his sleeve as he embraces his biggest challenge as India coach.

Nicolai Nayak

· Sep 05, 2019 · 11:26 am

Proud to defy the myth that you can’t specialise in both billiards and snooker: Pankaj Advani

After completing a Career Grand Slam in cue sports this year, the cueist wants to raise the bar even higher as he prepares for the World Championships.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 31, 2019 · 11:46 am

Three sessions a day, self-belief: How Manasi Joshi bagged the BWF Para Badminton Championship gold

Joshi beat experienced compatriot Parul Parmar to bag gold in the women’s singles SL3 category at the Para Badminton World Championships on Sunday.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 29, 2019 · 09:31 am

With another shot at redemption, India U-16 coach Bibiano Fernandes eyes World Cup qualification

Bibiano has built a strong foundation so far at the U-16 level and the signs have been promising.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 20, 2019 · 05:30 pm

Indian football: Why Chennai City terminated midfielder Nestor Gordillo’s contract

Gordillo on Tuesday was slapped with a four-month ban by the AIFF after he illegally penned a new contract with Indian Super League franchise FC Pune City.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 14, 2019 · 06:46 pm

Footballer, coach, student, role model: 17-year-old Monika Kumari battles prejudices in Jharkhand

Kumari, daughter of a local security guard, has been coaching young girls in Jharkhand since four years now.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 08, 2019 · 07:00 pm

From almost quitting the game to becoming Pro Kabaddi champion: The rise of Pawan Sehrawat

Pawan Sehrawat emerged as the cream of the crop from Pro Kabaddi season six and his heroics steered Bengaluru Bulls to their first-ever title.

Nicolai Nayak

· Aug 02, 2019 · 07:14 pm

Pro Kabaddi: U Mumba’s Atrachali and Narwal on why corner defenders need good footwork like raiders

Apart from top-notch tackling ability and brute force, defending corners requires good judgement when it comes to initiating tackles at the right time.

Nicolai Nayak

· Jul 26, 2019 · 09:57 am

Relishing challenges and leading by example: Meet Indian women’s football team captain Ashalata Devi

From once playing under the mentorship of Bembem Devi to leading the side on her own, Ashalata Devi has come a long way.

Nicolai Nayak

· Jul 21, 2019 · 10:25 am