Category: Sports

Edgbaston : India’s commanding position in the second Test against England received an added stamp of approval from JioHotstar expert and former pacer Varun Aaron, who, during the ‘Match Centre Live’ broadcast after the opening session on Day 2, praised the visitors’ clinical batting and slammed England’s passive bowling tactics. “We spoke before the session about India needing to preserve wickets—and not only did they manage that, they also scored fluently,” Aaron began. “Losing just one wicket all morning means India are now in the driver’s seat. What was baffling…

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Edgbaston : After scripting a sensational double hundred in the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Indian Test captain Shubman Gill opened up about the mental and technical adjustments that helped him deliver one of the most memorable innings of his red-ball career. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Match Centre Live’ at the end of Day 2, Gill revealed how he recalibrated his approach mid-innings and drew inspiration from his early days with the bat. “I felt the ball had gone soft, and my shots were going straight to the fielders. I…

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“Very Excited to Compete at Home with the World’s Best” — Neeraj Chopra Gears Up to Host India’s First-Ever International Javelin Meet Bengaluru : The excitement is sky-high as India gets ready to host its first-ever international javelin event—the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, happening on July 5 at the iconic Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. Conceptualized and championed by Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, this landmark event brings the world’s best javelin throwers to Indian soil for an unforgettable night of sport, spectacle, and inspiration. This World Athletics-sanctioned Gold-level meet,…

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Zagreb, Croatia : In a moment that sent shockwaves through the global chess community, 19-year-old World Champion D Gukesh pulled off a sensational victory over World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the sixth round of the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2025, part of the prestigious Grand Chess Tour. The dramatic win, Gukesh’s fifth in a row, vaulted the Indian prodigy into sole lead with 10 points, firmly silencing critics and turning the spotlight firmly onto India’s newest chess icon. The high-stakes game was held at The Westin Zagreb Hotel,…

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Bengaluru : In the sweltering heat of a July afternoon, the cauldron of Kanteerava Stadium roared—not for a football match, but for a different kind of champion. As anticipation builds for the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 scheduled on July 5, the javelin icon and double Olympic medallist took a detour from his final preparations to make a heartfelt pitstop in Bengaluru. His destination? The very heart of Karnataka football — the home of Bengaluru FC and its passionate fanbase. Neeraj, dressed casually in a Bengaluru FC jersey with his name…

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Leeds — The opening session of Day 1 in the second Test between India and England mirrored the events of the first Test, with early breakthroughs for England despite India’s promising start. As discussed by JioHotstar experts Varun Aaron and Jonathan Trott during Match Centre Live, the balance of play shifted subtly before lunch. Varun Aaron observed a familiar pattern, saying, “It feels like déjà vu. Just like the first Test, India lost the toss, were sent in to bat, and lost two wickets just before lunch. Karun Nair was settling…

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Leeds — The opening day of the second Test between India and England saw standout performances from India’s top-order, with JioHotstar experts Jonathan Trott and Varun Aaron showering praise on the visitors for their composed and tactical batting display. Former England batter Jonathan Trott, speaking on Match Centre Live, lauded Indian skipper Shubman Gill for his methodical approach and intelligent planning against a challenging English attack. “What impressed me most,” Trott said, “was Gill’s anticipation — not just reacting to the bowlers, but formulating a clear plan well before stepping…

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Mumbai: The ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 between South Africa and Australia, held at Lord’s, drew massive attention from Indian cricket fans despite India not featuring in the match. The match attracted audiences across the country, with millions tuning in on JioStar to witness the exciting action. In an interview with Variety, Sanjog Gupta, CEO – Sports and Live Experiences of JioStar, explained how cross-promotion strategy during IPL 2025 and its success created momentum that benefited during the ICC World Test Championship Final. “We didn’t drop the full show…

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Bengaluru: In a defining milestone for Indian sports, the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, the country’s first-ever international javelin competition, is all set to unfold at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday, July 5th, 2025. This historic event, co-organised by two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports, and sanctioned by the Athletics Federation of India, marks a major leap forward for Indian athletics. With the prestigious World Athletics Gold level status, the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 will not only showcase top global talent but also place India on the international…

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Bengaluru: The Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 has roped in Fixderma, one of India’s leading dermatologist-prescribed skincare brand, as Official Skincare Partner for the event. The NC Classic is India’s first-ever international javelin competition, and will see some of the biggest names in the sport go head-to-head at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, in Bengaluru, on Saturday. Speaking on the association, Karan Yadav, Chief Commercial Officer, JSW Sports, said, “We’re delighted to have a brand like Fixderma on board for the Neeraj Chopra Classic. This is the inaugural edition of what we…

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