Team Orangutan won the inaugural iQOO Battlegrounds Series, taking home ₹55 lakh. The BGMI tournament featured a ₹1 crore prize pool and drew thousands of spectators. Meta Ninza and K9 Esports placed second and third. The series highlighted Indian esports and featured top gaming creators.
View More iQOO Battlegrounds Series: Orangutan Crowned Champions
Satya Pal Malik, former Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, died at 79. His career spanned multiple political roles, including parliamentarian and minister. As Governor, he oversaw the abrogation of Article 370. He was known for his outspokenness and farmer-centric views.
View More Former J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik Passes Away at 79
India and England tied the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2. Shubman Gill and Harry Brook won Player of the Series awards, one from each team, based on the opposition coaches’ choices. Gill scored 754 runs, while Brook scored 481. This series marked the rebranding of the historic rivalry.
View More Explained: Gill and Brook’s POTS Triumph: Why They Beat Siraj and Co.
The Delhi Premier League (DPL) Season 2 begins August 2nd, with JioStar partnering for a three-year broadcast deal. Matches will air on Star Sports 2 Hindi and JioHotstar. The men’s tournament features eight teams, the women’s four. The season emphasizes fan engagement and nurturing talent.
View More JioStar to Broadcast Delhi Premier League Season 2: A 3-Year Deal
Union Minister Mandaviya honored Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy for their historic performance at the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025. Divya won, becoming the first Indian woman to win and the youngest ever. The Minister highlighted India’s growing sporting success and government support for sports development.
View More Divya Deshmukh Honored by Mansukh Mandaviya | Women’s World Cup 2025
The 71st National Film Awards honored Indian cinema’s best of 2023. “The Kerala Story” won Best Direction and Best Cinematography. Rani Mukerji, Shah Rukh Khan, and Vikrant Massey won acting awards. “12th Fail” won Best Feature Film.
View More 71st National Film Awards 2023: The Kerala Story, 12th Fail, Jawan Shine
The 71st National Film Awards celebrated Indian cinema’s excellence. “Shyamchi Aai” (Marathi) and “Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery” (Hindi) won Best Film in their respective categories. Awards also recognized music (Vaathi, Animal, Balagam, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani) and sound design (Animal).
View More National Film Awards 2023: ‘Shyamchi Aai,’ ‘Kathal,’ and ‘Animal’ Triumph
The Esports World Cup in Riyadh saw intense action. Chess semi-finals are set, with Carlsen and Nakamura, and Firouzja and Erigaisi in the matches. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Overwatch 2, and PUBG Mobile tournaments are progressing. Team Vitality leads the Club Championship race.
View More EWC 2025 Finals: Carlsen, MLBB & Overwatch Showdown
Magnus Carlsen defeated Hikaru Nakamura in a thrilling Esports World Cup semifinal, requiring an Armageddon tiebreaker. Carlsen faced a partisan crowd supporting Nakamura, who plays for Team Falcons. Carlsen will face Alireza Firouzja in the final, while Nakamura plays Arjun Erigaisi for third place.
View More Carlsen Silences Crowd, Edges Nakamura in Esports World Cup Thriller
The Delhi Premier League’s second season begins August 2 at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Eight teams are competing, with captains expressing confidence. Teams are focused on squad composition, unity, and dedication, with the ultimate goal of winning the title.
View More DPL 2025: Captains’ Ambitions Ignite as Season Opener Approaches
Vancouver’s BC Place will host the inaugural Canada Super 60, a 10-over-a-side cricket league with men’s and women’s tournaments. The event marks a significant step for Canadian cricket, aiming to expand the sport and attract new fans ahead of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
View More BC Place to Host Inaugural Canada Super 60 Cricket Tournament
Indian Embassy officials in Riyadh supported Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin at the Esports World Cup 2025 chess finals. This marks the first time an Indian esports organization, S8UL, fielded chess players globally. The event, with a $70 million prize pool, highlights India’s growing esports presence and government support.
View More Indian Embassy Cheers Nihal Sarin at EWC Chess Finals
