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Top 50 Sports Current Affairs Questions for All Competitive Exams
21. Which two countries are the co-host of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025?
[A] India and Bangladesh
[B] South Africa and Sri Lanka
[C] Bangladesh and Australia
[D] India and Sri Lanka
[B] South Africa and Sri Lanka
[C] Bangladesh and Australia
[D] India and Sri Lanka
Correct Answer: D [India and Sri Lanka]
Notes:
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.
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.
22. Where was India’s largest sports complex, the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, inaugurated?
[A] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Ahmedabad, Gujarat
[C] Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
[D] Jaipur, Rajasthan
[B] Ahmedabad, Gujarat
[C] Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
[D] Jaipur, Rajasthan
Correct Answer: B [Ahmedabad, Gujarat]
Notes:
Recently, the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex was inaugurated in Naranpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was built at a cost of ₹825 crore, it is India’s largest and one of the world’s most modern sports complexes. The complex was developed as part of the vision to create world-class sports infrastructure in the country. Ahmedabad, already home to Narendra Modi Stadium and the upcoming Sardar Patel Sports Complex, is emerging as a major sports hub. The city will host the World Police and Fire Games in 2029 and is preparing to host the 2036 Olympics with 13 international tournaments lined up.
Recently, the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex was inaugurated in Naranpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was built at a cost of ₹825 crore, it is India’s largest and one of the world’s most modern sports complexes. The complex was developed as part of the vision to create world-class sports infrastructure in the country. Ahmedabad, already home to Narendra Modi Stadium and the upcoming Sardar Patel Sports Complex, is emerging as a major sports hub. The city will host the World Police and Fire Games in 2029 and is preparing to host the 2036 Olympics with 13 international tournaments lined up.
23. Which country won the Asia Cricket Cup 2025?
[A] India
[B] Pakistan
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
[B] Pakistan
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
On 28 September 2025, India won the Asia Cricket Cup 2025 in the Men’s T20 format against Pakistan. This is India’s second Asia Cup T20 title after 2016. Overall, India has now won the Asia Cup 9 times in the 17th edition of the tournament. Tilak Varma played a match-winning unbeaten 69 runs, rebuilding the innings under intense pressure.
On 28 September 2025, India won the Asia Cricket Cup 2025 in the Men’s T20 format against Pakistan. This is India’s second Asia Cup T20 title after 2016. Overall, India has now won the Asia Cup 9 times in the 17th edition of the tournament. Tilak Varma played a match-winning unbeaten 69 runs, rebuilding the innings under intense pressure.
24. Which country topped the medal tally at the 2025 ISSF Junior World Cup held in New Delhi?
[A] India
[B] Cyprus
[C] Finland
[D] Iran
[B] Cyprus
[C] Finland
[D] Iran
Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
India topped the ISSF (International Shooting Sport Federation) Junior World Cup 2025 medals table with 8 gold, 10 silver, and 8 bronze. The ISSF Junior World Cup was held in New Delhi from 24 September to 2 October 2025. Individual Neutral Athlete (AIN) was second with 5 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze. Italy was third with 2 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze. Other medal-winning countries included Czechia, Croatia, Spain, Finland, Cyprus, and Iran. The event highlighted India’s strong performance in shooting at junior level.
India topped the ISSF (International Shooting Sport Federation) Junior World Cup 2025 medals table with 8 gold, 10 silver, and 8 bronze. The ISSF Junior World Cup was held in New Delhi from 24 September to 2 October 2025. Individual Neutral Athlete (AIN) was second with 5 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze. Italy was third with 2 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze. Other medal-winning countries included Czechia, Croatia, Spain, Finland, Cyprus, and Iran. The event highlighted India’s strong performance in shooting at junior level.
25. Which country won the KogniVera International Polo Cup 2025?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Brazil
[C] Argentina
[D] India
[B] Brazil
[C] Argentina
[D] India
Correct Answer: D [India]
Notes:
In October 2025, Team India, led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, won the KogniVera International Polo Cup 2025 by defeating Team Argentina 10-9. The match took place at the Jaipur Polo Ground, New Delhi, Delhi. The Indian team was led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur. The thrilling match showcased precision, strategy, and teamwork, reflecting the spirit of international polo — passion, power, and partnership. The event underscored India’s rising stature in global polo and celebrated the timeless elegance of the sport.
In October 2025, Team India, led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, won the KogniVera International Polo Cup 2025 by defeating Team Argentina 10-9. The match took place at the Jaipur Polo Ground, New Delhi, Delhi. The Indian team was led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur. The thrilling match showcased precision, strategy, and teamwork, reflecting the spirit of international polo — passion, power, and partnership. The event underscored India’s rising stature in global polo and celebrated the timeless elegance of the sport.
26. Ilamparthi AR, who recently became India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster, belongs to which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Odisha
[D] Karnataka
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Odisha
[D] Karnataka
Correct Answer: B [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
Recently, 16-year-old Ilamparthi AR from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, became India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster (GM). He is also the 35th Grandmaster from Tamil Nadu, a state known for producing chess legends like Viswanathan Anand, R Praggnanandhaa, and D Gukesh. Ilamparthi achieved his final Grandmaster norm at the Bijeljina Open 2025 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He is a beneficiary of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu’s (SDAT) Champions Development Scheme.
Recently, 16-year-old Ilamparthi AR from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, became India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster (GM). He is also the 35th Grandmaster from Tamil Nadu, a state known for producing chess legends like Viswanathan Anand, R Praggnanandhaa, and D Gukesh. Ilamparthi achieved his final Grandmaster norm at the Bijeljina Open 2025 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He is a beneficiary of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu’s (SDAT) Champions Development Scheme.
27. India won ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 by defeating which country in the final?
[A] Australia
[B] England
[C] New Zealand
[D] South Africa
[B] England
[C] New Zealand
[D] South Africa
Correct Answer: D [South Africa]
Notes:
On 2nd November 2025, India’s Women’s Cricket Team won its first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was held from September 30 to November 2, 2025. Shefali Verma (21 years) was named Player of the Match. Deepti Sharma became Player of the Tournament.
On 2nd November 2025, India’s Women’s Cricket Team won its first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was held from September 30 to November 2, 2025. Shefali Verma (21 years) was named Player of the Match. Deepti Sharma became Player of the Tournament.
28. Where was the Asian Youth Games 2025 held?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Bahrain
[C] Vietnam
[D] China
[B] Bahrain
[C] Vietnam
[D] China
Correct Answer: B [Bahrain]
Notes:
India achieved its best-ever performance at the 2025 Asian Youth Games held in Manama, Bahrain, with a total of 48 medals- 13 gold, 18 silver, and 17 bronze. This surpassed India’s previous tallies from 2009 and 2013 editions. 222 Indian athletes participated in the event. The girls’ kabaddi team won India’s first gold medal by defeating Iran. Priteesmita Bhoi set a world youth record in the 44kg clean and jerk to win India’s first individual gold in weightlifting. Khushi earned India’s first medal — a bronze in girls’ kurash, and Ranjana Yadav won silver in the 5000m race walk. The overall performance also served as a qualifier for the 2026 Youth Olympics in Dakar, Senegal, marking a historic milestone for Indian youth sports.
India achieved its best-ever performance at the 2025 Asian Youth Games held in Manama, Bahrain, with a total of 48 medals- 13 gold, 18 silver, and 17 bronze. This surpassed India’s previous tallies from 2009 and 2013 editions. 222 Indian athletes participated in the event. The girls’ kabaddi team won India’s first gold medal by defeating Iran. Priteesmita Bhoi set a world youth record in the 44kg clean and jerk to win India’s first individual gold in weightlifting. Khushi earned India’s first medal — a bronze in girls’ kurash, and Ranjana Yadav won silver in the 5000m race walk. The overall performance also served as a qualifier for the 2026 Youth Olympics in Dakar, Senegal, marking a historic milestone for Indian youth sports.
29. Who became the first-ever female racer to win a National Karting Championship 2025?
[A] Arshi Gupta
[B] Radhika Sharma
[C] Anika Singh
[D] Tanya Mehra
[B] Radhika Sharma
[C] Anika Singh
[D] Tanya Mehra
Correct Answer: A [Arshi Gupta]
Notes:
In 2025, nine-year-old Arshi Gupta of Delhi Public School, Faridabad, became the first-ever female to win a National Karting Championship in India. She competed in the Micro Max class (8–12 years) in a mixed grid of boys and girls at the FMSCI National Karting Championship held at Meco Kartopia, Bengaluru. Arshi won both the Pre-Final and Final races, charging from mid-grid in the Pre-Final and converting pole position to victory in the Final. Born on October 18, 2016, she races under Leapfrog Racing and became the youngest national karting champion in the 21-year history of the Indian Rotax series.
In 2025, nine-year-old Arshi Gupta of Delhi Public School, Faridabad, became the first-ever female to win a National Karting Championship in India. She competed in the Micro Max class (8–12 years) in a mixed grid of boys and girls at the FMSCI National Karting Championship held at Meco Kartopia, Bengaluru. Arshi won both the Pre-Final and Final races, charging from mid-grid in the Pre-Final and converting pole position to victory in the Final. Born on October 18, 2016, she races under Leapfrog Racing and became the youngest national karting champion in the 21-year history of the Indian Rotax series.
30. Which city is the host of National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Bhubaneswar
[D] Chennai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Bhubaneswar
[D] Chennai
Correct Answer: C [Bhubaneswar]
Notes:
Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium will host the first-ever National Indoor Athletics Championships in January 2026. The event is part of the 2026 domestic calendar of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), which includes around 40 competitions. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) plans to introduce indoor events such as pole vault (men and women) and heptathlon (men). The men’s indoor heptathlon includes seven events—60m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 60m hurdles, pole vault, and 1,000m—spread over two days. AFI is also bidding for the 2028 Asian Indoor Championships.
Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium will host the first-ever National Indoor Athletics Championships in January 2026. The event is part of the 2026 domestic calendar of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), which includes around 40 competitions. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) plans to introduce indoor events such as pole vault (men and women) and heptathlon (men). The men’s indoor heptathlon includes seven events—60m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 60m hurdles, pole vault, and 1,000m—spread over two days. AFI is also bidding for the 2028 Asian Indoor Championships.
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