Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa and Erigaisi make cut; Carlsen out of title contention
The Hindu
Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa defeats Magnus Carlsen in Freestyle Grand Slam Tour, advancing to quarterfinals with Arjun Erigaisi.
Karnataka all-rounder K. Gowtham announces retirement after a distinguished domestic career, leaving a lasting legacy in cricket.
Cooper Connolly, Punjab Kings' new recruit, embraces versatility in batting for IPL 2026, eager to face global competition.
New Zealand's Jacob Duffy leads a stunning West Indies collapse, securing a 323-run victory and a 2-0 series win.
Arsenal leads the Premier League on Christmas, while Haaland surpasses Ronaldo's goal tally in a thrilling season.
Continental Kings reach their third consecutive title clash in the Global Chess League after a dominant victory over Ganges Grandmasters.
Fit-again P.V. Sindhu shares her journey of recovery, skill enhancement, and strategic tournament planning ahead of her comeback.
India chooses to bowl first against Sri Lanka in the 1st Women's T20I match in Visakhapatnam.
Baychimo wins the Indian 2000 Guineas in a thrilling finish, outpacing Sovereign King with jockey A. Sandesh at Mumbai.
Kamaludheen, Thrissur Magic's standout goalkeeper, shines in SLK, earning the Golden Glove and national team recognition at just 21.
India's T20 captain Suryakumar confirms Tilak Varma will bat at No. 3, emphasizing a stable lineup for upcoming matches.
Jarmanpreet Singh aims to enhance his leadership as captain while prioritizing team performance in the upcoming Hockey India League.
Under-19 Asia Cup final: India under-19 vs Pakistan Under-19 in Dubai on December 21, 2025
Ishan Kishan's T20 World Cup inclusion highlights the importance of consistent performance in domestic cricket, signaling redemption and opportunity.