Indian Sports Round-Up: Hockey Team Battles Relegation, US Open Badminton Stars Emerge, Rugby Premier League Heats Up

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June is packed with action for Indian athletes across various leagues. Further details on other events can be found in our 2025 sporting calendar.

Here's a recap of the day's happenings as of June 28, 2025:

Today's Key Events

• Hockey: The Indian women's hockey team is set to play a crucial match against China. The outcome will determine their fate in the FIH Pro League, potentially leading to relegation if they lose.
• Badminton: Tanvi Sharma and Ayush Shetty, along with the men's doubles team of Hariharan Amsakarunan and Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi, are scheduled to compete in their US Open quarterfinals.
• Rugby: The Rugby Premier League reaches its semifinal stage. The matchups include Hyderabad Heroes vs. Delhi Redz, followed by Chennai Bulls vs. Bengaluru Bravehearts.

Yesterday's Highlights

• Rugby Premier League: Hyderabad Heroes secured the top position in the league standings. Mumbai Dreamers ended their season with their first victory.
• Chess: Praggnanandhaa emerged victorious at the UzChess Cup 2025.
• Athletics: Twinkle Chaudhary, a National Games medalist in running, has been suspended due to doping violations.
• Shooting: Anish Bhanwala clinched victory in the rapid-fire pistol trials.
• Badminton: Tanvi Sharma, Ayush Shetty, and the duo of Hariharan and Ruban advanced to the US Open quarterfinals.