Neeraj Chopra showcased his prowess at the Doha Diamond League, achieving a personal best of 90.23m, though finishing second to Julian Weber. Arshad Nadeem, however, was absent, strategically focusing on preparations for the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi. Chopra’s performance, guided by coach Jan Zelezny, signals strong momentum heading into the World Championships in Tokyo.
GM Shyam Sundar’s Chennai-based academy is making waves by producing elite chess prodigies, including India’s 86th grandmaster Srihari LR and FIDE Junior World Champion Pranav V. Shyam’s coaching emphasises character, structured training, and camaraderie, fostering a supportive environment where students thrive. Despite financial challenges and personal sacrifices, Shyam remains dedicated to nurturing champions and instilling valuable life lessons.
Delhi Capitals are contemplating a batting order reshuffle, potentially promoting KL Rahul to opener for their remaining IPL matches. Aiming to solidify their top order amidst inconsistencies and injuries, DC seeks stability as they face crucial games against Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians, and Punjab Kings to secure a playoff spot. With Mitchell Starc’s absence, the bowling unit must step up.
Mumbai Indians, after a slow start in IPL 2025, have turned their season around with six consecutive victories, propelling them into playoff contention. Sunil Gavaskar credits Hardik Pandya’s calm leadership and the renewed support from Mumbai fans as key factors in the team’s resurgence. Mumbai Indians will now face Delhi Capitals on May 21, followed by Punjab Kings on May 26 in their final league matches.
Manchester United suffered their 18th Premier League loss against Chelsea, intensifying pressure on Ruben Amorim. Roy Keane criticised the team’s lack of qualities and the fans’ acceptance of their struggles. Man Utd are 16th in the Premier League standings with one match to go.
MS Dhoni’s fans can rejoice as sources suggest he may not retire after the current season. Despite CSK’s struggles and external doubts, Dhoni hasn’t indicated this is his last year. Insiders believe his presence is vital to guide the young core and restore the team’s championship caliber.
Karun Nair’s impressive Ranji Trophy performance has earned him a spot in the India ‘A’ squad for the England tour, reigniting hopes for a national team comeback. Alongside Nair, Abhimanyu Easwaran will lead a team featuring experienced players and promising uncapped talents.
Rohit Sharma, visibly emotional, honoured his parents at Wankhede Stadium during the unveiling of a stand named after him on Friday. He expressed gratitude for their sacrifices, acknowledging their role in his cricketing journey. Alongside Sharma, Ajit Wadekar and Sharad Pawar were also recognised.
Despite retiring from Test cricket, Virat Kohli remains intensely focused on achieving success with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL, according to team director Mo Bobat. Bobat lauded Kohli’s remarkable Test career, highlighting his impressive statistics and leadership. Recalling Kohli’s memorable performances, particularly the 2018 series against England, Bobat anticipates fans will shower him with affection.
R Praggnanandhaa clinched the Superbet Chess Classic Romania 2025, marking his first Grand Chess Tour victory after a thrilling blitz playoff. Despite drawing his final classical game, Praggnanandhaa faced tough competition from Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and Alireza Firouzja, who forced tiebreaks with their wins. Ultimately, Praggnanandhaa’s resilience led him to triumph over Vachier-Lagrave, securing the title and a significant prize.