Goa’s Lloyd Fernandes from Taleigao, ranked No. 1 in India in his category, has been selected to represent India at the ITTF World Para Challenger 2025 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan from 2–6 July. A proud moment for Goa and Indian para sports!
Category: Sports
Proud Moment for Goa! Young Badminton Talents Amaira Dhumatker & Avni Khyalia Storm into Pre-Quarterfinals at National Ranking Tournament
Goan shuttlers Amaira Dhumatker and Avni Khyalia stormed into the Pre-Quarterfinals of the Yonex Sunrise All India U-13 Sub-Junior Ranking Tournament 2025 in Navelim, defeating Andhra Pradesh’s Evelyn Chavali and Pravya Ponnaganti 21-17, 21-12 in a thrilling Girls Doubles match.
Young Goan Badminton Prodigy Amaira Dhumatker Shines at Younex Sunrise All India Sub Junior Under 13 Ranking Badminton Tournament 2025
In an impressive display of talent and skill, Amaira Dhumatker, an 8-year-old badminton prodigy from Goa, defeated Sreshta Nirvana Kalva from Telangana with a dominant 15-7, 15-12 scoreline at the Younex Sunrise All India Sub Junior Under 13 Ranking Tournament 2025. Amaira’s victory has made her one of the youngest rising stars in Indian badminton, promising a bright future for Goan sports.
BCCI & ECB Unveil Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy for India-England Test Series
The BCCI and ECB have jointly announced the launch of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy — a prestigious new title for the India-England Test series. Named in honour of James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar, the trophy celebrates two of the game’s greatest icons.
8-Year-Old Amaira Dhumatker to Shine at Yonex-Sunrise All India U-13 Badminton Tournament in Goa
Goa’s youngest badminton sensation, 8-year-old Amaira Dhumatker, will compete in the Girls’ Singles and Doubles categories at the Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament 2025. The event will be held in Navelim, Goa, from June 23–28, where Amaira is set to showcase her incredible talent on the national stage.
