‘Amateur’ off the banner, still in the manner

Sometimes, a name is more than just a name -- it’s a reflection of identity.
27 July 2025, 02:31 AM

Women’s Kabaddi World Cup postponed an hour after Bangladesh name squad

In an unexpected turn of events, the second edition of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup was postponed just an hour after Bangladesh revealed their 15-member squad for the tournament in a press conference on Saturday.
26 July 2025, 12:58 PM

Bangladesh's Eny and Rafi to take part in World Aquatics Championships

More than 2,500 athletes from 205 countries are participating in the championship. Singapore is the first country in Southeast Asia to host the World Championships.
25 July 2025, 08:19 AM

Ledecky, Marchand to 12-year-old Yu: Six to watch at swimming world championships

The action in the swimming pool begins at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore on Sunday, when many of the best swimmers on the planet will take to the starting blocks.
25 July 2025, 08:05 AM

Bangladesh likely to play in hockey’s Asia Cup

Despite not qualifying through the AHF Cup in April, the Bangladesh national hockey team are likely to get an opportunity to participate in the upcoming Asia Cup, replacing Pakistan, who may withdraw due to security concerns.
25 July 2025, 05:00 AM

BTTF readies full-strength squad after selection standoff

After resolving a dispute with players over selection criteria, the Bangladesh Table Tennis Federation (BTTF) has submitted late entries to ensure the country’s top paddlers participate in the South Asian Regional Championship 2025.
25 July 2025, 03:00 AM

Panatonix Tiger Run 2025 set for July 26 at Hatirjheel

Panatonix Tiger Run Dhaka 2025 is set to take place in the capital’s Hatirjheel on July 26, on the occasion of the international Tiger Day to raise awareness about tiger conservation and the preservation of the Sunderbans.
23 July 2025, 13:13 PM

Tir Dhonuke Bajimat: Razibuddin Chapal's autobiography unveiled

An autobiography titled “Tir Dhonuke Bajimat” by Kazi Razibuddin Ahmed Chapal was unveiled in a colourful programme at a hotel in the capital on Sunday, in presence of foreign and local organisers, prominent journalists and current archers.
20 July 2025, 17:26 PM

Shooting federation finally gets ad-hoc body

After a long wait, the government has finally announced an ad-hoc committee for the Bangladesh Shooting Sports Federation. The National Sports Council (NSC) issued the official notification on Wednesday.
16 July 2025, 08:04 AM

Bangladesh girls finish 3rd in maiden campaign, boys end up 4th

Bangladesh girls' team finished third while the boys' team finished fourth in the AHF U-18 Asia Cup hockey tournament in Dazhou, China, on Sunday.
13 July 2025, 04:45 AM

Pakistan won't send hockey teams to India: govt sources

Pakistan will not travel to India for upcoming hockey tournaments over "security" concerns, government sources told AFP on Saturday, potentially jeopardising their place in next year's World Cup.
12 July 2025, 13:00 PM

Bangladesh boys suffer semifinal defeat

Despite leading till the 50th minute, Bangladesh suffered a 6-4 defeat to Japan in the first semifinal of Men's U-18 Asia Cup hockey in China on Friday.
11 July 2025, 13:21 PM

Bangladesh through to semis in U-18 Hockey Asia Cup

Bangladesh confirmed the semifinal berth in the AHF Men’s U-18 Asia Cup after Pakistan came from behind to beat hosts China 2-1 in the final Pool A match in Dazhou, China on Wednesday.
9 July 2025, 13:24 PM

Bangladesh lose to Pakistan in U-18 Asia Cup

Bangladesh suffered a 6-3 defeat to Pakistan in their last match of the pool stage of the AHF Men's U-18 Asia Cup at the Dazhou National Hockey Training Centre in Dazhou, China, on Tuesday.
8 July 2025, 07:18 AM

University rivalries set to ignite in first-ever Campus Futsal Champ

The three-day 7-a-side futsal event will feature 24 universities from across the country.
8 July 2025, 05:59 AM

Bangladesh women into Super 4s

Bangladesh women's team cruised into the Super 4s of the U-18 Asia Cup hockey tournament, beating Hong Kong 3-0 in their last Pool A match in Dazhou, China on Monday. 
7 July 2025, 16:53 PM

Bangladesh cruise to third straight win

Bangladesh cruised into the semifinals of the U-18 Men’s Asian Cup hockey tournament with a 5-2 win against China in their third group match in Dazhou, China on Sunday.
6 July 2025, 13:10 PM

Bangladesh thrash Lanka in Asian youth hockey

Bangladesh men’s team registered a massive 13-0 win against Sri Lanka to improve their chances of qualifying for the semifinals of the Men’s U-18 Asia Cup Hockey in Dazhou, China on Saturday.
5 July 2025, 12:26 PM

Chastening debut for women's team

Bangladesh women's youth hockey team suffered a 11-0 thrashing at the hands of Japan in their opening match of the U-18 Asia Cup hockey competition in Dazhou, China on Friday.
4 July 2025, 07:36 AM

Bangladesh off to winning start in U-18 Asia Cup Hockey

Forward Din Islam starred for the team, netting a brace in the 20th and 26th minutes to put Bangladesh firmly in control.
3 July 2025, 03:41 AM