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The Bridge Desk

The Bridge Desk

Bringing you selected stories from the world of Indian Sports.

Vinesh Phogat calls Brij Bhushan Singh a ‘goon and criminal’

Vinesh Phogat calls Brij Bhushan Singh a ‘goon and criminal’

Vinesh also accused the BJP of backing the former wrestling federation chief and criticised the handling of protests in...
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 9:39 PM IST
India thrash South Africa 6-1 for first win at Hockey World Cup

India thrash South Africa 6-1 for first win at FIH Women’s Hockey...

Six different players scored as India bounced back from their opening draw against China with a dominant display in...
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 8:38 PM IST
BWF World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri stun 16th seeds, Lakshya and Unnati advance

BWF World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri stun 16th seeds, Lakshya and...

Meta: The Indian women’s doubles pair reached the pre-quarterfinals, while Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda progressed to...
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 8:26 PM IST
FIH Womens Hockey World Cup: India pip South Africa - Highlights

FIH Women's Hockey World Cup: India pip South Africa - Highlights

Follow live updates as India look for their first win after drawing China 2-2 in their opening Pool D match.
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 6:27 PM IST
Men’s Hockey World Cup: India-Pakistan clash puts semi-final spot at stake

Men’s Hockey World Cup: India-Pakistan clash puts semi-final spot at...

India need a draw against Pakistan to secure a top-two finish in Pool D, while Pakistan must win to keep their...
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 3:21 PM IST
National Sports Awards 2025 announced; no Khel Ratna recipient named

National Sports Awards 2025 announced; no Khel Ratna recipient named

Seventeen sportspersons have been selected for the Arjuna Award, while five coaches will receive Dronacharya honours.
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 1:59 PM IST
BWF World Cships Day 2: Lakshya, Unnati advance - Highlights

BWF World C'ships Day 2: Lakshya, Unnati advance - Highlights

Catch all the highlights from the second day of the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday.
The Bridge Desk18 Aug 2026 10:15 AM IST
The 10 franchises were divided into two pools for Season 5. (Photo credit: PVL)

PVL Season 5 Auction: Shameemudheen becomes the most expensive buy at...

Suraj Chaudhary leads U21 talent with ₹9.5 lakh move to Calicut Heroes.
The Bridge Desk17 Aug 2026 9:32 PM IST
PVL Season 5 Auction: Shameemudheen emerged as biggest buy with ₹20 lakh

PVL Season 5 Auction: Shameemudheen emerged as biggest buy with ₹20...

Suraj Chaudhary leads U21 talent with ₹9.5 lakh move to Calicut Heroes.
The Bridge Desk17 Aug 2026 9:20 PM IST
India concede three second-half goals to lose 2-4 to England in Mens Hockey World Cup

India concede three second-half goals to lose 2-4 to England in Men's...

India suffered a 2-4 defeat to England at the 2026 Men's Hockey World Cup despite taking a 2-1 lead at half-time....
The Bridge Desk17 Aug 2026 8:53 PM IST
It’s a special win: Ayush Shetty after beating World No. 1 Shi Yuqi at BWF World Cships

It’s a special win: Ayush Shetty after beating World No. 1 Shi Yuqi at...

The 21-year-old survived a late scare to overcome the defending champion in a thrilling three-game encounter.
The Bridge Desk17 Aug 2026 7:55 PM IST
Sjoerd Marijne (Source: India Today)

FIH Women's World Cup: Sjoerd Marijne questions officiating after goal...

The Indian coach questioned the officiating after Ying Zhang converted a stroke to help China draw level.
The Bridge Desk17 Aug 2026 6:33 PM IST
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