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Indian Hockey Team Retains Asian Games Gold With Dominant 5-1 Win
Harmanpreet Singh scored twice as India defeated Malaysia 5-1 to retain the Asian Games men’s hockey gold and secure direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Fifty Minutes of Courage: India’s Women Finally Turn Asian Games Gold
India ended a 44-year wait for Asian Games gold with a 1-0 win over China, built on Lalremsiami’s early goal and fifty minutes of brave, disciplined defending.
Habas’ Boys Galore: Durand is Red & Gold
East Bengal produced a stunning 4-1 victory over Mohun Bagan in the 2026 Durand Cup final, with Edmund Lalrindika scoring a memorable hat-trick. Antonio Lopez Habas’ tactical masterclass delivered the Red & Gold brigade their first Durand Cup title since 2004 and added another chapter to the historic Kolkata Derby rivalry.
Messi Magic in Kansas City as Argentina Begin Title Defence in Style
Lionel Messi scored a stunning hat-trick on his 200th senior international appearance as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Kansas City.
From Japan Boardrooms To Bihar's Fields: The Story Of Nozomu Hagihara
When Nozomu Hagihara first left the polished glass towers of Toyota and landed in Bihar, it was supposed to be temporary. A government assignment, a brief chapter, a line on the CV. But sometimes football rewrites the script. It began with one ball.
Yuwa: Where Girls Kick Off A Revolution
On a dusty pitch in Jharkhand, teenage girls are rewriting their futures. This is the story of Yuwa, where football became a tool for dignity, education, and lasting change.
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers clinch Men’s Hero HIL title with 3–2 win over Ranchi Royals
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers held their nerve in a high-intensity Final to defeat Ranchi Royals 3–2 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, clinching the Men’s Hero Hockey India League title in front of their home crowd after a gripping contest that went down to the final minute.
When Dreams Became Reality: India Claims Maiden Women's World Cup Glory
The roar at the DY Patil Stadium shattered the silence of two decades. On a humid November evening in Navi Mumbai, as Harmanpreet Kaur caught the final wicket and Deepti Sharma completed her five wicket haul, the Indian women's cricket team finally erased the pain of 2005 and 2017. The trophy that had eluded them twice before was theirs. India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to become world champions for the first time.
India Dominate The Defending Champions; End 8 Years Drought for Asian Supremacy
India Dominate The Defending Champions; End 8 Years Drought for Asian Supremacy
NorthEast United FC Shatter Records with Comprehensive 6-1 thrashing of Diamond Harbour FC in Durand Cup 2025 Final
NorthEast United FC produced a masterclass to beat Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, equalling the record for most goals scored in a Durand Cup final ever and the first team since East Bengal to win back to back titles.
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Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal FC: Defending Champions Open ISL Campaign With 4-0 Win
East Bengal FC began their ISL 2026-27 campaign with a 4-0 win over Churchill Brothers, with Bipin Singh scoring twice after goals from Dani Ramírez and Edmund Lalrindika.
Amartya Dey
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Four Young Players Who Stood Out on the Opening Weekend of ISL 2026-27
The MG Indian Super League 2026-27 began with an eventful opening weekend, with late goals, close contests and several young players making an early impression. Bengaluru FC came from behind to beat SC Delhi 3-2 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, with Menno Koch scoring the winner in the 89th minute. Kerala Blasters FC started their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Inter Kashi in Pune, while FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC played out a 1-1 draw at Fatorda. Churchill Brothers also made
Pixel Sports
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Inter Kashi vs Odisha FC: Thoi Singh Rescues Late Point in 1-1 Draw
Thoi Singh scored late in the second half as Inter Kashi fought back to earn a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex.
Amartya Dey
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Bengaluru FC vs Chennaiyin FC: Williams and Perovic Seal 2-0 Win for the Blues
Ryan Williams and Mihalio Perovic scored as Bengaluru FC beat Chennaiyin FC 2-0 at the Kanteerava Stadium to continue their winning start to the season.
Deep Brahma
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Interviews
Sjoerd Marijne: Building Belief, Depth and a Road to LA 2028
Sjoerd Marijne reflects on India’s World Cup campaign, the Asian Games gold, the growth of younger players and the team’s preparation for LA 2028.
Pixel Sports Exclusive
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From Japan Boardrooms To Bihar's Fields: The Story Of Nozomu Hagihara
When Nozomu Hagihara first left the polished glass towers of Toyota and landed in Bihar, it was supposed to be temporary. A government assignment, a brief chapter, a line on the CV. But sometimes football rewrites the script. It began with one ball.
Pixel Sports Exclusive
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From Sonipat to Stardom: Abhishek Nain’s Golden Chase
Exclusive Pixel Sports interview with Asia Cup’s Man of the Tournament, Abhishek Nain. His journey, struggles, mentors, Ronaldo influence, and vision for Indian hockey.
Ishan Vijay
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From 2011 Cricket World Cup to Hockey Asia Cup: Paddy Upton's Winning Formula Revealed
Patrick “Paddy” Upton, who has mentored world champions across multiple sports, spoke to PixelSports on the sidelines of the Asia Cup 2025. Upton underlined that hockey requires elite fitness and constant mental conditioning from all eleven players, praising Craig Fulton, Alan Tan, and the Indian team’s dedication in Rajgir’s heat.
Swarnava Majumdar
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Hockey
Sjoerd Marijne: Building Belief, Depth and a Road to LA 2028
Sjoerd Marijne reflects on India’s World Cup campaign, the Asian Games gold, the growth of younger players and the team’s preparation for LA 2028.
Pixel Sports Exclusive
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Indian Hockey Team Retains Asian Games Gold With Dominant 5-1 Win
Harmanpreet Singh scored twice as India defeated Malaysia 5-1 to retain the Asian Games men’s hockey gold and secure direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Ishan Vijay
3 min read
Fifty Minutes of Courage: India’s Women Finally Turn Asian Games Gold
India ended a 44-year wait for Asian Games gold with a 1-0 win over China, built on Lalremsiami’s early goal and fifty minutes of brave, disciplined defending.
Debjoy Biswas
8 min read
FIH Hockey World Cup: Another World Cup, The Same Questions
India’s eighth-place finish at the 2026 Men’s Hockey World Cup was disappointing for a team coming off two consecutive Olympic medals. Despite flashes of attacking quality, defensive lapses, inconsistency and dependence on Harmanpreet Singh’s penalty corners prevented India from challenging the world’s best.
Ishan Vijay
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Football
Churchill Brothers vs East Bengal FC: Defending Champions Open ISL Campaign With 4-0 Win
East Bengal FC began their ISL 2026-27 campaign with a 4-0 win over Churchill Brothers, with Bipin Singh scoring twice after goals from Dani Ramírez and Edmund Lalrindika.
Amartya Dey
2 min read
Four Young Players Who Stood Out on the Opening Weekend of ISL 2026-27
The MG Indian Super League 2026-27 began with an eventful opening weekend, with late goals, close contests and several young players making an early impression. Bengaluru FC came from behind to beat SC Delhi 3-2 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, with Menno Koch scoring the winner in the 89th minute. Kerala Blasters FC started their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Inter Kashi in Pune, while FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC played out a 1-1 draw at Fatorda. Churchill Brothers also made
Pixel Sports
2 min read
Inter Kashi vs Odisha FC: Thoi Singh Rescues Late Point in 1-1 Draw
Thoi Singh scored late in the second half as Inter Kashi fought back to earn a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex.
Amartya Dey
2 min read
Bengaluru FC vs Chennaiyin FC: Williams and Perovic Seal 2-0 Win for the Blues
Ryan Williams and Mihalio Perovic scored as Bengaluru FC beat Chennaiyin FC 2-0 at the Kanteerava Stadium to continue their winning start to the season.
Deep Brahma
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Other Sports
Beyond the Medals: India’s Glasgow Story
India’s 39-medal haul in Glasgow included 13 golds and a fourth-place finish, with historic performances in boxing, judo, athletics and para sports. But with the Asian Games next, the Commonwealth Games also offered an important measure of where Indian sport really stands.
Ishan Vijay
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Mirabai Chanu Extends World Championships Legacy with Silver Medal Performance
India's Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu returned to the World Weightlifting Championships podium in commanding fashion, clinching a silver medal in the women's 48kg category at Forde, Norway, on Thursday. The 31 year old Manipuri athlete lifted a total of 199kg, marking her third career medal at the World Championships.
Swarnava Majumdar
2 min read
Sheetal Devi Makes History with Gold Medal Triumph at Para World Archery Championships
Eighteen year old Sheetal Devi created history on Saturday by becoming the first woman armless archer to win a world championship gold medal. She defeated Turkey's world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi 146-143 in a thrilling final at the Para World Archery Championships 2025 in Gwangju, South Korea.
Swarnava Majumdar
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India's New Game: Futsal
Be it school children, college students or office goers, life has taken a toll on the "metro" cities and staying associated with football, the game they love, has been difficult to say the least. That is when, the concept of turfs came into existence and it changed the picture. Now, for a limited budget, people were able to book the turf for a certain amount of time and play. Now, futsal has rules and regulations but the type of futsal that is played in the rooftop turfs is s
Swarnava Majumdar
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