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As October unfolds, it ushers in a fresh array of sporting events. Be sure to check our 2025 sporting calendar for a comprehensive view of what’s to come.
Here’s a roundup of the key happenings in Indian sports for October 16, 2025.
What’s on today?
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Badminton: Top seeded players—Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya Sen, and Crasto-Kapila—will be competing in their second round matches at the Denmark Open Super 750.
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Badminton: The BWF World Junior Championships continue in Guwahati, showcasing young talent from across the globe.
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PKL 12: Exciting encounters await as Bengaluru Bulls take on the Patna Pirates at 7:30 PM, followed by Telugu Titans clashing with U Mumba at 8:30 PM, and UP Yoddhas facing the Haryana Steelers at 9:30 PM.
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Volleyball: The action in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) continues, promising thrilling matches ahead.
What happened yesterday?
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Badminton: In a commendable display, Tanvi Sharma, Unnati Hooda, and Rakshita Sree S advanced to the Round of 16 in the girls’ singles at the BWF World Junior Championships.
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Hockey: A tough defeat for India’s junior men’s team, which fell 4-2 to Australia at the Sultan of Johor Cup.
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Badminton: Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya Sen, and Crasto-Kapila kicked off their Denmark Open Super 750 journeys with first-round victories.
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PKL: The Bengal Warriorz, Puneri Paltan, and Gujarat Giants emerged victorious in their matches, showcasing impressive performances.
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Volleyball: The Chennai Blitz and Bengaluru Torpedoes also celebrated wins, adding excitement to the league.
