Ex-India captain Dinesh looks to tackle politics

The kabaddi star, who led India to Asian Games gold, is a candidate from Bankner Ward No. 2 and wants to build an international-class stadium in his village on getting elected

If winter comes, can street sports be far behind?

The spirit of the games is palpable on the ground, accompanied by the cheerful clamour that echoes from the audiences, who are mostly the parents watching their little ones play

It’s just not cricket

Sports bars in NCR are showing lukewarm response to the upcoming Football World Cup unlike the T20 World Cup which ended last week and witnessed huge attendance as well as offers during live screenings

He fights for the country, but his struggles are his own

Though the profile of sports is rising in all parts of the country and athletes who bring home medals for the country are being feted, their success does not mean the end of financial problems. A case in point is that of Akshay Bhooshnam, karate champion

Set to go: On track for a better life and glory

Hailing from a humble background, Chanda stars for Delhi at National Games athletics, hoping to be on the fast track to a successful life. Like her, many other youngsters are turning out to be winners with proper coaching and support

Why Delhi athletes fall behind in the national championship race

In cycling, as in so many other sports, there is no level playing field for enthusiasts from humble backgrounds. Still, they are pedalling hard to catch up with their more fortunate peers

Delhi Sports School gets delayed as it eyes pan-India reach

The state government’s plan of setting up a specialized sports school is taking shape rather slowly and is unlikely to see the light of day this academic year, as per earlier plans

No level playing field: Delhi cricket body allows only local players

To give more exposure to local talent, Delhi cricket does not allow players from outside Delhi, including the NCR, to play in its domestic leagues. Cricket players and coaches debate the consequences of this exclusionary rule