Indian sport delivered plenty of memorable moments on Wednesday, with the Asian Games taking centre stage through medal-winning performances across disciplines.
Cricket also generated headlines ahead of India’s upcoming ODI assignments, while football witnessed major developments involving Mohun Bagan, Brazil and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mirabai Chanu Ends 28-Year Wait for Asian Games Weightlifting Medal
Mirabai Chanu finally added an Asian Games medal to her illustrious collection, winning silver in the women’s 49kg weightlifting event in Aichi-Nagoya. The Indian produced a total of 198kg, lifting 87kg in the snatch and 111kg in the clean and jerk. North Korea’s Ri Song Gum won gold with 215kg. Chanu’s silver also ended India’s 28-year wait for a weightlifting medal at the Asian Games.
Roshibina Devi wins Silver in Wushu
India’s Roshibina Devi won silver in the women’s 60kg Sanda event at the Asian Games 2026 after losing 0-2 to China’s Zhang Xiaoyu in the final, with Zhang winning both rounds 5-0. The medal is historic for India as Roshibina has now won medals at three successive Asian Games, becoming the first Indian wushu athlete to achieve the feat.
Jay Meena Makes History With India’s First Soft Tennis Medal
India’s Jay Meena created history by winning bronze in the men’s singles soft tennis competition at the Asian Games. Meena’s run ended in the semifinal against Japan’s Takuya Kurosaka, but the result guaranteed India’s first-ever Asian Games medal in soft tennis. The historic achievement adds another sport to India’s medal list at Aichi-Nagoya and represents a major milestone for the discipline in the country.
Indian Women Win Bronze in Asian Games Skeet
India added another shooting medal on Wednesday as Raiza Dhillon, Maheshwari Chauhan and Parinaaz Dhaliwal secured bronze in the women’s team skeet event. The Indian trio finished behind China and Kazakhstan to claim a place on the podium. The medal further strengthened India’s shooting campaign at Aichi-Nagoya, with the country’s shooters continuing to contribute significantly to the overall medal tally.
Gambhir Backs Shubman Gill Ahead of West Indies ODI Series
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed ODI captain Shubman Gill ahead of the three-match series against the West Indies. Gambhir said Gill is “very fortunate” to have experienced former captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli around him to provide guidance. India are using the series, followed by a five-match tour of New Zealand, as part of their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
West Indies Arrive as India Prepare for ODI World Cup Build-Up
The West Indies have arrived in Thiruvananthapuram ahead of the opening ODI against India on September 27. Shai Hope will lead the visitors in the three-match series, while India’s squad, led by Gill, is set to assemble in the Kerala capital. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are also back in India’s ODI plans as the team begins an important phase of its preparation for the 2027 World Cup.
Mohun Bagan Begin IFA Shield Defence With 6-0 Rout
Mohun Bagan Super Giant began their 126th IFA Shield campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Sreenidi Deccan 6-0 on Wednesday. The defending champions produced a dominant display, with Lallianzuala Chhangte scoring a hat-trick in the opening-round victory.
Carlo Ancelotti Says Brazil Will Take India Friendly Seriously
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has indicated that the five-time world champions will treat their upcoming friendly against India seriously. The fixture is part of India’s high-profile international football programme and has generated considerable attention ahead of Brazil’s visit. The match will provide India with an opportunity to face one of international football’s most decorated teams under one of the game’s most experienced coaches.
Cristiano Ronaldo Continues Portugal Journey, Targets 1,000 Career Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he intends to continue playing for Portugal after the 2026 World Cup and is targeting the extraordinary milestone of 1,000 career goals for club and country. Ronaldo had acknowledged considering his international future after the World Cup, but has now committed to carrying on. His decision keeps one of football’s most prominent figures in the international spotlight.