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43 minutes ago copy link Controversy arose over a comment given by 5-time world champion Mary Kom in Bigg Boss 20. In the recent episode of the show, Mary Kom compared herself with popular sports persons like Sania Mirza and Sania Nehwal and said that no woman has ever done as much for the country…
Former world No. 1 shuttler and Olympics medallist Saina Nehwal on Saturday said featuring among top nations in medals tally would be the real metric of calling India a “sporting nation”, amid the push to host global competitions here. Saina said while the scenario has changed in sports, especially for women in the…
Last Updated:July 24, 2026, 5:37 PM IST Nehwal believes India must back athletes before they become champions, saying better marketing, leagues and support systems are key to closing the gap with cricket. Saina Nehwal (PTI Photo) There are champions, and then there is Saina Nehwal. From becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic…
Last Updated:March 27, 2026, 12:52 IST Marin broke Indian hearts during the 2016 Rio Olympics in which she got the better of PV Sindhu in the summit clash to deny the Indian star the yellow-metal. Spanish shuttler Carolina Marin. (Olympics) Olympic gold medallist and a certified legend of the game, Carolina Marin, pulled the curtains…
Last Updated:March 14, 2026, 4:30 PM IST Nehwal believes the BWF needs to prioritise player welfare, noting that the busy calendar leaves little room for recovery and can lead to injuries and player burnout. Saina Nehwal. (Picture credit: AFP) Former Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal believes the BWF needs to prioritise player welfare, noting that the…
Last Updated:March 14, 2026, 3:05 PM IST Nehwal has urged the BWF to carefully consider proposed changes to the scoring system, emphasizing that the current 21-point format preserves the sport’s intensity. Saina Nehwal. Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to carefully consider proposed changes to the scoring system, emphasizing that…
Last Updated:January 20, 2026, 07:31 IST Saina Nehwal confirms retirement from badminton because of knee problems, ending her career after a two-year absence from competition. Saina Nehwal is the only Indian to win two medals at the BWF World Junior Championships. She first won silver at the 2006 Incheon Champs, losing to Wang Yihan, 2012…
Last Updated:October 19, 2025, 4:23 pm IST Tanvi Sharma won silver at the BWF World Junior Championships in Guwahati, losing to Anyapat Phichitpreechasak. Tanvi Sharma (PTI Photo) India’s badminton prodigy Tanvi Sharma faltered at the last step of history, losing in straight games to Thailand’s Anyapat Phichitpreechasak in the women’s singles final of the BWF…
Last Updated:August 02, 2025, 19:28 is Weeks after announcing her separation from Parupalli Kashyap, Saina Nehwal posted a picture with him on Instagram, stating they are “trying again.” Nemal was Kalalir’s Day Weeks after announcing her separation from husband Parupalli Kashyap, Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has posted a picture with him, stating that they are…
In a touching show of patriotism, Indian sports icons have come together to extend their heartfelt wishes on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day. From cricket legends to Olympic and Paralympic champions, athletes have taken to social media to share their greetings with the nation. “Sportspersons aren’t the only ones playing for…