India's PV Sindhu advanced to the women's singles finals at the China Open, defeating world No. 5 An Seyoung 21-17, 21-19, setting up a title clash and boosting her Olympic preparations.
In domestic cricket, Meghalaya's Akash Choudhary scripted history in the Ranji Trophy, smashing eight consecutive sixes for an 11-ball fifty against Kerala—the fastest in the tournament's annals and only the third such feat globally.
The Indian basketball team qualified for the 2026 Asian Games after a dominant win in qualifiers, while the men's hockey side drew 2-2 with Australia in a Pro League thriller.
Sourav Ganguly criticized selectors for ignoring Mohammed Shami in the ODI squad, calling it "unjustifiable." Internationally, Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi eyes series sweep over Sri Lanka.
India exited the Hong Kong Sixes early, but junior archer Samrat Rana claimed gold in the 10m air pistol at a national meet. Full highlights air on Star Sports.
