Hima Das on a roll; wins three international gold in 12 days
On July 2nd, 2019, star Indian sprinter Hima Das won the Women's 200m gold at the Poznan Athletics Grand Prix in Poland . She had clocked 23.65 seconds on her way to her first consecutive gold this season. Five days late, on July 7th, 2019, Hima won her second international gold in women's 200m with a top finish at the...
Federer-Nadal: The greatest Tennis rivalry that seems to be the best in all individual sporting actions
At 37 and 33, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have shown the world why their’s is considered the greatest Tennis rivalry of all times. In the English summer of 2019, on the hallowed Wimbledon turf, Federer and Nadal once more pushed each other to present a ‘poetry in motion’ with their sharpened serves, altered tactics and drive for excellence....
“Pickleball is an addiction; its always ‘Dil Maange More’……..”
with Bela Kotwani DOB: 9th May 1966 State: Maharashtra City: Mumbai Club: Khar Gymkhana Bela Kotwani proudly announces, “Age is just a number if you have the passion and drive to excel”. And why not? Bela started playing Pickleball at 52 and instantly had a liking for it. “Winning at the age of 53 gives you a different high altogether.” Bela Kotwani has always been...
Dutee Chand becomes the first Indian to win gold in 100m at Summer University Games
Ace Indian sprinter Dutee Chand won gold in the Women’s 100-metre sprint at the 30th Summer University Games at Naples in Italy. This is the first time an Indian has won a 100-metre gold at this global event. She is also the winner of the first gold medal for India at this year's event. The 23-year-old had qualified for the...
“After meeting Pat Murphy, I have a firm belief that the future of Pickleball is in safe hands……..’” Sunil Valavalkar
Sunil Valavalkar is regarded as the 'Father of Indian Pickleball' who first played Pickleball in the USA. An avid sportsman, Valavalkar was so much impressed with the game that he started promoting it in India. In 2008, he took the initiative to form the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), the highest national governing body of Pickleball in India. In...
Flashback at Manchester: When, at Old Trafford, India started their journey of ‘turning the tides’
India will take on New Zealand in the first semi-final of Cricket World Cup 2019. India have qualified for their 7th World Cup semi-final while New Zealand will play their 8th one. Given their smooth run in this World Cup, India are clear favourite against the Kiwis who have lost their last three group matches. As India faces the...
“Pickleball has changed my life for which I will remain grateful to AIPA…..”
Niraj Sharma DOB: 3rd January 1987 State: Rajasthan City: Jaipur Club: Vidyadhar Nagar Club, Playard & Skyfut Niraj Sharma belongs to Jaipur and his Pickleball journey started almost like other players from Rajasthan. It was 2016 when the National Tournament was going to be conducted at Jaipur and the state team needed players. “The trials were happening at Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium that is...
AIFF President promises co-existence of I-League and ISL at least for 3 years from now
All India Football Federation President (AIFF) Praful Patel assured the I-League clubs that their future is secure and both the Indian leagues will co-exist for sometime from now. Praful Patel along with AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das and I-League CEO Sunando Dhar met with the representatives of ten I-League clubs to discuss the status of leagues in Indian Football. Patel said...
A lesser-known ‘Indian League’ crosses a decade- Equestrian Premier League sets a benchmark to provide breathing space in a rather chaotic Equestrian scenario
The show that started in 2009 with only two participating clubs, has come across these 10 years to promote itself into a high-rated event that creates, each year, a solid platform for the best talents in Indian Equestrian. The 10th Edition of Equestrian Premier League at Embassy International Riding School (EIRS) with over 12 clubs confirming their participation is acting...
“Pickleball has given me an identity of my own…..”
with Karishma Kalike DOB: 2nd June 1996 State: Maharashtra City: Aurangabad Club: ZEN Academy “Pickleball has increased my mental stability, fitness and decision-making power.” Karishma Kalike proudly announces that Pickleball has given her a healthy and confident life. Playing the game from 2015, Karishma has stamped her name as one of the leading ladies of Pickleball in India. "Mahesh Pardeshi sir was my Tennis...