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The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 30, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The ICC released its flagship campaign film ‘Will to Win’, highlighting determination and perseverance. It portrays their journeys, early dreams, and relentless efforts, reflecting the spirit of women’s cricket. The campaign honors the sacrifices, aspirations, and legacy of women cricketers. The World Cup final will be held on November 2, 2025, in India.

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The World Athletics Championships 2025 take place from 13–21 September. The venue is the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan. This marks the 20th edition of the World Athletics Championships since the first event in Helsinki, Finland, in 1983. More than 2,000 athletes from 200 teams are participating. The championship highlights global athletic talent and continues the legacy of international track and field competition.

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Recently, the Prime Minister congratulated the Indian Women’s Hockey Team for winning the Silver Medal at the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025. The final was played in Hangzhou, China, where China defeated India 4-1 to lift the trophy. With this victory, China qualified directly for the 2026 Hockey World Cup to be held in Belgium and the Netherlands. This was China’s third Asia Cup title after 1989 (Hong Kong) and 2009 (Bangkok). India secured silver, while Japan won bronze.

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Vaishali Rameshbabu won the FIDE Grand Swiss Chess tournament for the second time in a row in Uzbekistan. She secured victory with a final-round draw against former Women’s World Champion Tan Zhongyi. The 24-year-old Indian Grandmaster finished with 8 points from 11 rounds. With this win, she gained direct entry into the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Vaishali became the third Indian woman to qualify for the 2026 Candidates, after Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh. In the previous edition, India had swept both men’s and women’s titles, with Vidit Gujrathi winning the men’s event.

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) and United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) launched the Promise to Children digital campaign during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. The campaign urges cricket fans, players, and audiences to commit to equal opportunities for all children, especially the most vulnerable. It focuses on children’s rights, including quality education, healthcare, nutrition, safe water, sanitation, and protection from violence. It aims to engage the cricket community, from coaches and players to fans, to improve children’s lives. The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

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Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu won silver medal in the women’s 48 kg category at the World Championships in Førde, Norway. She lifted a total of 199 kg with 84 kg in snatch and 115 kg in clean and jerk. This was her first World Championship since 2022. It was also her second competition after finishing fourth at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The gold medal went to Ri Song-gum of Korea, who lifted 213 kg. The achievement highlights Chanu’s comeback at the global stage.

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Sri Lanka and India will co-host the first-ever Women’s T20 World Cup – Cricket for the Blind from 11 to 23 November 2025. The tournament will open in New Delhi with inauguration and five matches, followed by four matches in Bengaluru. Colombo, Sri Lanka, will host the concluding leg with 15 matches, including semi-finals, final, and closing ceremony on 23rd November.

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Manipur won the 30th Senior Women’s National Football Championship – Rajmata Jijabai Trophy 2025 by defeating West Bengal 1–0 in the final. The match was held at Ramakrishna Mission (RKM) Ashrama Ground, Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. With this victory, Manipur successfully defended its title and lifted the trophy for a record 23rd time. The winning goal was scored by Lynda Kom Serto in the 93rd minute, sealing a dramatic finish. This win continues Manipur’s dominance in Indian women’s football, showcasing their consistent excellence and strong sporting culture.

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Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched the official logo and anthem of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025. The anthem, sung by Daler Mehndi, and the logo, inspired by Goa’s culture and chess, were unveiled at the event. The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 will be held in Goa from October 31 to November 17, returning to India after 23 years. Around 206 players from 82 countries will compete for $2 million in prize money. Top players like Gukesh D, Arjun Erigaisi, Anish Giri, Wesley So, Vincent Keymer, Hans Niemann, and Faustino Oro will participate.

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Preetismita Bhoi, a young lifter from Dhenkanal, Odisha, won gold in the 44 kg category at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain. She lifted a total of 158 kg, setting Asian and World records in clean and jerk with 92 kg. The 16-year-old, who turns 17 in November, trains at the Weightlifting High Performance Centre, Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Earlier, she became the first Indian female lifter to win gold in the 40 kg category at the World Youth Championships 2024 in Peru, also setting a world record.