ESPN India’s Daily Blog: Updates from the World of Indian Sports

The Indian sports scene is buzzing with excitement as action picks up once again after a quiet week post the Paris Olympics. With the Paralympic Games just around the corner, athletes are gearing up for some thrilling competitions.

In football, the Durand Cup is set to witness some intense matches as ISL teams battle it out for a spot in the semifinals. Mohun Bagan will face Punjab FC, while Bengaluru FC will take on Kerala Blasters FC in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Meanwhile, in the world of chess, World Championship challenger D Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa are showcasing their skills at the Sinquefield Cup tournament in Saint Louis. In wrestling, the U-17 World Championship is ongoing in Amman, Jordan, with young Indian wrestlers making their mark on the global stage.

On the table tennis front, India’s domestic league – Ultimate Table Tennis – is in full swing in Chennai, with top players battling it out for supremacy.

Yesterday saw some exciting developments, with Neeraj Chopra finishing second at the Lausanne Diamond League with a sensational last throw. In wrestling, Aditi Kumari, Neha, and Pulkit clinched gold in their respective categories at the U-17 World Wrestling Championship.

In chess, D Gukesh had a tough game against R Praggnanandhaa at the Sinquefield Cup, while in table tennis, Archana Kamath, who was part of the Indian women’s team at the Paris Olympics, announced her decision to quit playing professionally and focus on her higher studies.

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