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India has officially bid to host the 2028 Thomas and Uber Cup Finals, with New Delhi being considered as a potential venue. The bid comes as Delhi hosts the 2026 BWF World Championships and builds on its experience staging major international badminton events.

Former India footballer Isaiah Arumainayagam has been selected for the Arjuna Award (Lifetime) 2025, 64 years after helping India win the historic 1962 Asian Games football gold medal. The honour recognises his achievements during his playing career and his continued contribution to Indian football.

Lalremsiami has become the first sportsperson from Mizoram selected for the Arjuna Award, recognising her outstanding Indian hockey career, Olympic achievement and international success.

Rishabh Pant has become the fastest batter in Test history to reach 100 sixes, achieving the landmark in his 51st Test during India’s Galle Test against Sri Lanka. The record makes Pant the first Indian to enter the 100-six club alongside Adam Gilchrist, Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes.

India has no umpire or technical official at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, ending a 28-year streak and exposing gaps in the country’s international officiating pipeline.

Brazil are reportedly in advanced talks to play an international friendly in Kolkata during the October 2026 FIFA window. While India is the dream opponent for local fans, no official Brazil vs India fixture, venue or ticket details have been confirmed yet.

A petition calling for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain to be replayed has reportedly crossed 88,000 signatures. While fans allege controversial refereeing decisions, FIFA has announced no review or replay, and Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni accepted Spain as the better team.