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Top 50 Sports Current Affairs Questions for All Competitive Exams
1. Who has become the first Indian to win 2025 World Youth Scrabble Championship (WYSC)?
[A] Akshay Bhandarkar
[B] Varisht Hingorani
[C] Suyash Manchali
[D] Madhav Gopal Kamath
[B] Varisht Hingorani
[C] Suyash Manchali
[D] Madhav Gopal Kamath
Correct Answer: D [Madhav Gopal Kamath]
Notes:
Madhav Gopal Kamath, 14, won the 2025 World Youth Scrabble Championship (WYSC), becoming the first Indian to win a major global Scrabble title. The tournament was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 218 under-18 players from 18 countries. Madhav, the reigning national champion, won 21 out of 24 rounds and clinched the title in the penultimate round. Suyash Manchali, 15, from Bengaluru, placed fifth with 17 wins.
Madhav Gopal Kamath, 14, won the 2025 World Youth Scrabble Championship (WYSC), becoming the first Indian to win a major global Scrabble title. The tournament was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 218 under-18 players from 18 countries. Madhav, the reigning national champion, won 21 out of 24 rounds and clinched the title in the penultimate round. Suyash Manchali, 15, from Bengaluru, placed fifth with 17 wins.
2. Who has become the first Indian judoka to top junior world rankings?
[A] Sangita Mehta
[B] Himanshi Tokas
[C] Kalpana Devi
[D] Garima Chaudhary
[B] Himanshi Tokas
[C] Kalpana Devi
[D] Garima Chaudhary
Correct Answer: B [Himanshi Tokas]
Notes:
Himanshi Tokas, a 20-year-old from Munirka, South Delhi, made history as the first Indian judoka to be ranked World No. 1 in the junior women’s 63 kg category. On 13th September 2025, she won gold at the Asian Junior Championship in Jakarta, securing her place at the top. She now leads the International Judo Federation (IJF) junior ranking with 610 points. Himanshi began judo at 18, trained under coach Yashpal Solanki at the Sports Authority of India Centre of Excellence, Bhopal, and even trained in Japan.
Himanshi Tokas, a 20-year-old from Munirka, South Delhi, made history as the first Indian judoka to be ranked World No. 1 in the junior women’s 63 kg category. On 13th September 2025, she won gold at the Asian Junior Championship in Jakarta, securing her place at the top. She now leads the International Judo Federation (IJF) junior ranking with 610 points. Himanshi began judo at 18, trained under coach Yashpal Solanki at the Sports Authority of India Centre of Excellence, Bhopal, and even trained in Japan.
3. Which country made history by becoming the second-smallest country to qualify for the FIFA World Cup after Iceland?
[A] Tuvalu
[B] Malta
[C] Fiji
[D] Cape Verde
[B] Malta
[C] Fiji
[D] Cape Verde
Correct Answer: D [Cape Verde]
Notes:
Recently, Cape Verde made history by becoming the second-smallest country, after Iceland in 2018, to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. In contrast, India failed to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup after losing to world-ranked 158th Singapore in Goa. Cape Verde, also known as Cabo Verde, is an archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean. It lies about 620 kilometres off the west coast of Africa, named after Cape Verde in Senegal.
Recently, Cape Verde made history by becoming the second-smallest country, after Iceland in 2018, to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. In contrast, India failed to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup after losing to world-ranked 158th Singapore in Goa. Cape Verde, also known as Cabo Verde, is an archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean. It lies about 620 kilometres off the west coast of Africa, named after Cape Verde in Senegal.
4. India won which medal in Hockey at the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Malaysia?
[A] Gold medal
[B] Silver medal
[C] Bronze medal
[D] None of the Above
[B] Silver medal
[C] Bronze medal
[D] None of the Above
Correct Answer: B [Silver medal]
Notes:
India won the silver medal in Hockey at the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Malaysia. India lost narrowly to Australia 2-1 in the final Australia’s Ian Grobbelaar scored first in the 13th minute. India’s Anmol Ekka equalized at the 17th minute, making it 1-1 at half-time. Ian Grobbelaar scored again in the 59th minute, securing Australia’s win. This is India’s fifth runners-up finish at the Sultan of Johor Cup. India had won bronze medals in the previous two editions. Australia ended their three consecutive final losses streak, avenging their 2022 defeat to India.
India won the silver medal in Hockey at the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Malaysia. India lost narrowly to Australia 2-1 in the final Australia’s Ian Grobbelaar scored first in the 13th minute. India’s Anmol Ekka equalized at the 17th minute, making it 1-1 at half-time. Ian Grobbelaar scored again in the 59th minute, securing Australia’s win. This is India’s fifth runners-up finish at the Sultan of Johor Cup. India had won bronze medals in the previous two editions. Australia ended their three consecutive final losses streak, avenging their 2022 defeat to India.
5. Which country is the host of 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships 2025?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Egypt
[C] Indonesia
[D] Vietnam
[B] Egypt
[C] Indonesia
[D] Vietnam
Correct Answer: B [Egypt]
Notes:
The 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships 2025 was held in Cairo, Egypt from 11–18 October 2025, marking the first-ever World Championships in Africa. The event took place at the Egypt International Olympic Games City, with 537 athletes from 70 countries, including all Paris 2024 Paralympic champions. China won its sixth overall and fifth consecutive title as the top nation in Para Powerlifting. India’s Joby Mathew won a bronze medal in the 65kg Legend (Masters) category, lifting a total of 300kg (148kg + 152kg). He also surpassed his personal best of 150kg, achieved earlier at the Beijing World Cup 2025.
The 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships 2025 was held in Cairo, Egypt from 11–18 October 2025, marking the first-ever World Championships in Africa. The event took place at the Egypt International Olympic Games City, with 537 athletes from 70 countries, including all Paris 2024 Paralympic champions. China won its sixth overall and fifth consecutive title as the top nation in Para Powerlifting. India’s Joby Mathew won a bronze medal in the 65kg Legend (Masters) category, lifting a total of 300kg (148kg + 152kg). He also surpassed his personal best of 150kg, achieved earlier at the Beijing World Cup 2025.
6. Sujeet Kalkal won which medal at the Under-23 World Wrestling Championships 2025?
[A] Gold medal
[B] Silver medal
[C] Bronze medal
[D] None of the Above
[B] Silver medal
[C] Bronze medal
[D] None of the Above
Correct Answer: A [Gold medal]
Notes:
India’s Sujeet Kalkal won gold at the Under-23 World Wrestling Championships 2025. He competed in the men’s freestyle 65 kg category and defeated Umidjon Jalolov of Uzbekistan. Kalkal secured a 10-0 victory in just 4 minutes and 54 seconds, winning by technical superiority. This marks his first-ever world title, showcasing his dominance on the mat. He earlier won two U-23 Asian titles and one U-20 Asian Championship gold, making him one of India’s rising wrestling stars.
India’s Sujeet Kalkal won gold at the Under-23 World Wrestling Championships 2025. He competed in the men’s freestyle 65 kg category and defeated Umidjon Jalolov of Uzbekistan. Kalkal secured a 10-0 victory in just 4 minutes and 54 seconds, winning by technical superiority. This marks his first-ever world title, showcasing his dominance on the mat. He earlier won two U-23 Asian titles and one U-20 Asian Championship gold, making him one of India’s rising wrestling stars.
7. Raahul VS, who became India’s 91st Chess Grandmaster in November 2025, belongs to which state?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Kerala
[D] Maharashtra
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Kerala
[D] Maharashtra
Correct Answer: B [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
In November 2025, Raahul VS, a 21-year-old from Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN), became India’s 91st Chess Grandmaster (GM). He won the 6th ASEAN Individual Chess Championship in the Philippines with a round to spare, crossing the 2500 FIDE rating required for the GM title. Raahul VS became TN’s 36th GM and India’s second GM within a week, after Ilamparthi AR earned the title on October 30, 2025. The championship was held from November 2 to 10, 2025.
In November 2025, Raahul VS, a 21-year-old from Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN), became India’s 91st Chess Grandmaster (GM). He won the 6th ASEAN Individual Chess Championship in the Philippines with a round to spare, crossing the 2500 FIDE rating required for the GM title. Raahul VS became TN’s 36th GM and India’s second GM within a week, after Ilamparthi AR earned the title on October 30, 2025. The championship was held from November 2 to 10, 2025.
8. Who has become the first Indian female to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating?
[A] Janvi Jindal
[B] Asmita Pal
[C] Preeti Gupta
[D] Vartika Sinha
[B] Asmita Pal
[C] Preeti Gupta
[D] Vartika Sinha
Correct Answer: A [Janvi Jindal]
Notes:
Janvi Jindal, 18, from Chandigarh has become the first Indian female to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating. She recently added six new records in November, including the most 360-degree rotations on inline skates in 30 seconds and one minute, and most one-wheeled 360-degree spins. Janvi earlier earned five Guinness titles in July 2025. She is now India’s second-highest Guinness record holder, after Sachin Tendulkar (19 records). Janvi is self-trained and also holds 21 total records, including India Book, Asia Book and Worldwide Book records. Chandigarh University honoured her with a ₹11,000 award and sports scholarship.
Janvi Jindal, 18, from Chandigarh has become the first Indian female to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating. She recently added six new records in November, including the most 360-degree rotations on inline skates in 30 seconds and one minute, and most one-wheeled 360-degree spins. Janvi earlier earned five Guinness titles in July 2025. She is now India’s second-highest Guinness record holder, after Sachin Tendulkar (19 records). Janvi is self-trained and also holds 21 total records, including India Book, Asia Book and Worldwide Book records. Chandigarh University honoured her with a ₹11,000 award and sports scholarship.
9. Which team won the All India Football Federation (AIFF) 2025-26?
[A] East Bengal
[B] FC Goa
[C] Bengaluru FC
[D] Kerala Blasters
[B] FC Goa
[C] Bengaluru FC
[D] Kerala Blasters
Correct Answer: B [FC Goa]
Notes:
Football Club Goa won the All India Football Federation Super Cup 2025-26, defeating East Bengal Football Club 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in extra time at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda. This was the first final of the All India Football Federation Super Cup to be decided by a penalty shootout, as both teams were unable to score during regulation and extra time. In the penalty shootout, Football Club Goa converted all but one attempt, while East Bengal Football Club missed two, giving Goa the victory in sudden-death penalties. The victory also secured Football Club Goa’s qualification for the 2026-27 Asian Football Confederation Champions League Two play-offs.
Football Club Goa won the All India Football Federation Super Cup 2025-26, defeating East Bengal Football Club 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in extra time at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda. This was the first final of the All India Football Federation Super Cup to be decided by a penalty shootout, as both teams were unable to score during regulation and extra time. In the penalty shootout, Football Club Goa converted all but one attempt, while East Bengal Football Club missed two, giving Goa the victory in sudden-death penalties. The victory also secured Football Club Goa’s qualification for the 2026-27 Asian Football Confederation Champions League Two play-offs.
10. Which city is the host of Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Under-19 Asia Cup 2025?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Dubai
[C] Abu Dhabi
[D] Dhaka
[B] Dubai
[C] Abu Dhabi
[D] Dhaka
Correct Answer: B [Dubai]
Notes:
Dubai is hosting the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Under-19 Asia Cup 2025, starting from 12 December. The opening match features India against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the ICC Academy Ground. Eight teams are participating, divided into two groups. Group A includes India, UAE, Pakistan and Malaysia. Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Nepal. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, with the final scheduled on 21st December 2025.
Dubai is hosting the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Under-19 Asia Cup 2025, starting from 12 December. The opening match features India against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the ICC Academy Ground. Eight teams are participating, divided into two groups. Group A includes India, UAE, Pakistan and Malaysia. Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Nepal. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, with the final scheduled on 21st December 2025.
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