Sports - The Purbottar

30 Jun

Bounou Denies Summerville, Saibari Delivers: Morocco’s Historic Shootout Win Sends Them to Last 16

Preeti SinghSports

In a thrilling football match early Tuesday morning IST, Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shootout to advance to the Round of 16 of the World Cup. After the match ended 1-1 in regulation and extra time, Morocco won 3-2 on penalties. Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved the Netherlands’ fifth penalty taken by Crysencio Summerville. Striker Ismael Saibari then scored to seal Morocco’s victory. The Netherlands took the lead in the second half through a goal from Cody Gakpo. But just before full time, in injury time, Issa Diop equalised for Morocco with a brilliant header, taking the match…

24 Jun

41 Years, 138 Days: Ronaldo Becomes Oldest with World Cup Brace, Beats Messi Mark

Preeti SinghSports

Tuesday night at the FIFA World Cup was a memorable one for Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo. After flopping in the first match, Ronaldo proved in the very next game that he isn’t called the GOAT, meaning Greatest Of All Time, for nothing. The legendary footballer created history by scoring two goals against Uzbekistan. Cristiano Ronaldo has now become the oldest player in the world to score multiple goals in a single FIFA World Cup match, breaking Lionel Messi’s record. Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in the Group K match. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice. The chants of "Ronaldo, Ronaldo!" echoed through…

15 Jun

Kabyanil, Mridusman Top Darrang Chess Tourney

Preeti SinghAssam, Sports

Organized by the Darrang District Chess Association, a chess tournament was held today at the Mangaldai Town Girls' Higher Secondary School. In the Under-13 category, Kabyanil Kashyap emerged as the champion. On the other hand, Jishnu Barman secured the second position, Prachurya Rana Saikia took third, and Bornil Chaharia secured the fourth position.Meanwhile, in the Under-17 category, Mridusman Kashyap became the champion, Priyanuj Utpal Bharadwaj secured the second position, and Uddip Nayan Nath managed to secure the third position.

12 Jun

South Korea Stage Comeback to Beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup Opener

Preeti SinghSouth Korea, Sports

South Korea began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a victory. In a thrilling match, the team defeated the Czech Republic 2-1. South Korea secured the win after coming back from 1-0 down in the second half. At the start of the match, both South Korea and the Czech Republic had several chances to score, but neither side could capitalize. In the 9th minute, South Korea got a chance to take the lead from a free kick, but the Czech defence thwarted their hopes. In the 11th minute, South Korea also failed to convert a corner. In the first…

10 Jun

Five-Category Rapid Chess Tournament at Gandhi Bhavan, Goalpara June 14

Preeti SinghSports

Rapid Chess in Goalpara like previous years, on the occasion of Father's Day this year as well, the 3rd Annual K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess Tournament has been organized on June 14. The event is initiative by Chandanshamala Library, located at Azad Road, Bhatipara in Goalpara town.The competition will commence from 9:00 AM on the said day at Gandhi Bhavan, located near B.O. in Goalpara town. It will be conducted across five categories: Open, Under-19, Under-15, Under-13, and Under-11.Apart from various educational institutions of Goalpara district, many players from neighboring districts like Bongaigaon, Barpeta, and Kamrup Metropolitan will participate in…

09 Jun

All Assam Seishinkai Shito-ryu Karate: 18 Competitors from Sipajhar Win Medals

Preeti SinghSports

In the All Assam Seishinkai Shito-ryu Karate Competition held at the Khanapara Veterinary College Indoor Stadium in Guwahati, 18 competitors from Sipajhar managed to win medals across various categories.A total of 20 karatekas from the Stadium-Gorukhuti Karate Academy of Sipajhar, representing the Darrang district, participated in this state-level competition. Out of them, 18 competitors successfully won medals.Notably, the medals won by the karatekas who achieved success in both the Kata and Kumite categories are as follows: Limasmita Nath: Gold in both Kata and Kumite.Dibanisha Almayan: Gold in Kata, Bronze in Kumite.Jyotishman Shivam: Gold in Kata, Bronze in Kumite.Arjuma Khanam: Gold…

09 Jun

Brazil Hit by Injury Blow Before World Cup; Balerdi Ruled Out, Ederson Flown In as Replacement

Preeti SinghSports

Following Argentina's lead, the Brazilian camp is now worried. Just 24 hours ago, Argentina's defender Leonardo Balerdi was ruled out of the World Cup due to an injury. Now, a similar scenario has unfolded in the Brazilian team.Brazil's defender Balerdi was injured during a warm-up match. Ederson has been sent to America to replace Balerdi. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has included a midfielder in the squad to replace a right-back. The reliable Brazilian defender got injured during the preparation match held against Turkey in Cleveland.

22 May

Nagaon to Host 3rd All Assam Yonex-Sunrise Badminton Ranking Tournament with 500+ Young Players from U-9 to U-19

Preeti SinghAssam, Sports

Nagaon is set to become the hub of junior badminton in Assam as the 3rd All Assam Yonex-Sunrise and Haripada Kumar Memorial Badminton Ranking Tournament gets underway tomorrow at the Indoor Stadium. Organized by the Assam Badminton Association under the initiative of the Nagaon Sports Association, the five-day event will run from May 23 to May 27. The tournament is dedicated to the memory of Haripada Kumar and carries ranking points crucial for state-level players. The competition will see participation from more than 500 young shuttlers representing 16 districts across Assam. Matches will be held across multiple age groups for…

15 May

India A Team Names Assam Star Riyan Parag as Vice-Captain

riya EditorAssam, Sports

Riyan Parag from Assam has been named vice-captain of the India A cricket team for the upcoming one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9, 2026. He will serve as deputy to captain Tilak Varma in the 15-member squad touring for the tournament featuring India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. "Congratulations to Assam’s very own @ParagRiyan for earning the responsibility of Vice-Captain of India A for the Sri Lanka tri-series," Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on X. "From Assam to the national stage, he has played every innings with confidence and class. His achievement will inspire countless…

10 Apr

Arjun Tendulkar’s Ignored Warning to KKR Resurfaces Following Mukul Choudhary’s Explosive Performance

anuprova EditorSports

A significant controversy has erupted in the IPL 2026 circuit as a previous warning from Arjun Tendulkar regarding the young sensation Mukul Choudhary has come to light, leaving the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) management facing intense scrutiny. It has been revealed that during the pre-season trials and domestic scouting sessions, Arjun Tendulkar—who had played extensively with Choudhary in the local circuits—had explicitly alerted several franchises, including KKR, about the youngster's lethal ability to exploit pace and his unconventional hitting range. Despite Tendulkar’s detailed insights into Choudhary’s technical strengths and his recommendation to secure him at the auction, KKR reportedly chose…