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Daily Tribune
5 days ago
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- Daily Tribune
Royal Backing, Rising Expectations
TDT | Manama Bahrain steps up preparations for hosting the Asian Youth Games for the first time Final Push in Motion Bahrain's preparations for the 3rd Asian Youth Games are entering their final stages, as the Kingdom gets ready to welcome the continent's future stars this October. The event, scheduled from 22 to 31 October 2025, will be the first time the Games are held in Bahrain, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The fourth meeting of the Supreme Organising Committee, chaired by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, reviewed progress made across the board, as the nation moves closer to delivering one of the biggest multi-sport events ever hosted on its soil. All Systems Go During the meeting, Shaikh Khalid was briefed on the latest updates from the Executive Committee. A detailed report highlighted the achievements and preparations completed by the working teams, from venue readiness and equipment procurement to logistical frameworks and sport-specific planning. The readiness of competition sites and related facilities remains a central focus, with an emphasis on meeting international standards and ensuring seamless athlete and spectator experiences. Foreign Ministry's Role The Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented its plan to help bolster international participation. Through diplomatic channels and government coordination, the ministry aims to support outreach and foster broader engagement from across Asia. Shared Responsibility and Confidence Shaikh Khalid reaffirmed the significance of royal patronage and called for intensified efforts in the lead-up to the Games. While acknowledging the time constraints, he stressed confidence in Bahrain's capabilities, from its people to its infrastructure, to deliver an unforgettable event.
News18
02-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Indian Esports Eyes Growth As PC Games Join Asian Youth Games 2025 Medal Lineup
Last Updated: Esports was announced as an official medal event at the Asian Youth Games, which will take place in Bahrain from October 22 to 31, 2025 The 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) will feature eFootball, Street Fighter, and Rocket League as official medal events in both boys' and girls' categories. Scheduled to take place in Bahrain from 22 to 31 October 2025, the tournament will include 24 sports disciplines, with esports making its debut as an official medal event. Open to athletes aged 15 to 18 years as of 31 December 2025, the esports competitions will be governed by the Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF). The inclusion of these PC-based esports titles presents a promising opportunity for India to develop its esports ecosystem at the grassroots level. Earlier this year, esports made significant strides nationally when the Khelo India Youth Games featured titles such as BGMI, Street Fighter 6, eFootball, and chess as demonstration sports. With continued exposure at events of this scale, young gamers from across the country now have clearer pathways to enter competitive esports. Recognising esports as an official discipline in international multi-sport tournaments boosts its credibility and establishes it as a viable career path in India. Organisations like S8UL, a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, have pushed the boundaries worldwide. S8UL will be the first and only organisation representing India at the upcoming Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, competing across eight different titles and further demonstrating the country's growing presence on the global esports stage. Animesh Agarwal, Co-founder and CEO of S8UL, commented on the development, saying, 'It's a proud moment to see esports take the global stage at the Asian Youth Games with titles like Street Fighter, eFootball, and Rocket League being officially recognised." He believes this is just the beginning for the players, the community, and the future of competitive gaming. The fact that all three games featured at AYG 2025 are PC-based titles marks an important development for India, where mobile gaming has historically dominated. Momentum for PC gaming is growing, with key players investing in infrastructure and accessibility. CyberPowerPC India, which entered the country last year, has been at the forefront of this movement. The company recently partnered with Indian esports organisation Orangutan to power their state-of-the-art gaming facility, ApeCity, with high-performance PCs. Vishal Parekh, Chief Operating Officer of CyberPowerPC India, expressed excitement about prominent PC titles taking centre stage at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, viewing it as a sign that competitive gaming in Asia is evolving in the right direction. He emphasised that creating accessible spaces like their PC installation at ApeCity helps young gamers experience top-tier hardware and realise their potential. Esports will also feature at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, scheduled for next year, where 11 esports titles will be official medal events. India had earlier competed in four titles at the Asian Games 2022 and is now gearing up for a stronger showing in its next campaign. Pravan Parikh, Co-Founder and Product Lead of Dirtcube Interactive LLP, which launched India's first-of-its-kind gaming backend platform Specter, views the inclusion of esports at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 as a landmark moment for young gamers in India. He believes it brings structure and recognition to a dream that many aspiring players have long held and sees it as an encouraging sign that esports is finally being embraced as a serious discipline within the larger sporting ecosystem. As India prepares to compete at the AYG 2025, the recognition of esports alongside traditional sports is becoming increasingly mainstream. With growing investment, improved infrastructure, and stronger national representation, India is on the path to becoming not just a participant but a serious contender in global esports.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
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- The Hindu
Indian Sports Wrap, May 29: India loses to Iran in CAVA Nations League opener
VOLLEYBALL India begins CAVA Nations League campaign with loss India lost to Iran 1-3 in its CAVA men's Nations League campaign opener on Thursday in Fergana, Uzbekistan. The tournament is set to run till June 4th. The score read 20-25, 25-19, 25-19, 25-22 in favour of Iran. India is placed in Pool A alongside host Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Iran. Pool B has Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. - Team Sportstar ESPORTS eFootball, Street Fighter, & Rocket League join medal lineup at Asian Youth Games 2025 The 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) is set to feature eFootball, Street Fighter, and Rocket League as official medal events, each to be contested in both boys' and girls' categories. Scheduled to be held in Bahrain from October 22 to 31, the tournament will include 24 sports disciplines, with esports making its debut as an official medal event. Open to athletes aged between 15 and 18 years as of December 31, 2025, the esports competitions will be governed by the Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF). The inclusion of these PC-based esports titles presents a promising opportunity for India to develop its esports ecosystem at the grassroots level. Earlier this year, esports made significant strides nationally when the Khelo India Youth Games featured titles such as BGMI, Street Fighter 6, eFootball, and chess as demonstration sports. - Team Sportstar GOLF Riding on Ranveer's back-to-back 69, India jumps to T-2 Delhi teenager Ranveer Mitroo registered a second consecutive card of two-under 69 to help India jump to tied second place in boys' team competition along with compatriot Krish Chawla in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship in Hong Kong. With an overall total of one-under 283 after the second round, the Indian duo is six strokes behind the leaders Parin Sarasmut and Warut Boonrod of Thailand. Individually, Ranveer maintained his fourth position in the individual boys competition. Krish improved his overnight tied 16th place after posting a two-over 73 to end the second round in sole 15th position with an overall total of three-over 145. The Indian Golf Union had sent a four-member team to compete in the tournament organised by APGC. - PTI Related Topics Volleyball / Esports
Daily Tribune
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Powers Ahead in Asian Youth Games 2025 Preparations
TDT | Manama With just five months to go until the curtain rises on the 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) 2025, Bahrain took another confident stride forward as a high-level Technical Delegation (TD) meeting was held yesterday to ensure all systems are ready to go. Led by Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Deputy Director General Vinod Tiwari, the session brought together key stakeholders from the Bahrain Asian Youth Games Organizing Committee (BAYGOC) to fine-tune logistics for the October 22–31 spectacle. 'We're hoping to have a very successful Asian Youth Games in Bahrain,' said Tiwari. 'We hope to mainly educate the kids because there are minors with lots of potential.' A Turn of Destiny Originally awarded to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the 3rd edition of the AYG found a new home in Bahrain following delays in infrastructure in the original host city. In December 2024, the OCA officially chose Bahrain as the new host, impressed by its successful 2024 ISF Gymnasiade and world class venues like Khalifa Sports City, Bahrain International Circuit, and the Royal Golf Club. Strategic Meeting Sets the Stage Yesterday's TD meeting brought together a powerhouse of officials, including BAYGOC Chairman Yousif Duaij Muhoorfi and Deputy Chair Ahmed Abdulghaffar. The agenda covered critical touchpoints: athlete accommodation, accreditation systems, transportation, and anti-doping measures. The Bahrain Olympic Committee later confirmed that every department is well on track to deliver a seamless event. Tiwari, a familiar figure in the Asian sports circuit, emphasized the importance of synchronization across departments, echoing his leadership during past events such as AIMAG 6 in Bangkok.
Daily Tribune
12-03-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Al Fursan Sports Tournament concludes teqball competition
The Al Fursan Sports Tournament continued at the Bahrain Endurance Village, featuring a range of competitions across various sports. The tournament's teqball competition concluded with Team Jassam, comprising Jassim Anan and Falah Abbas, securing first place after defeating Team Alia Centre in straight sets. Team Ninja finished in third place. Fares Al-Kooheji, Secretary-General of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and Viktor Denis Hozar, President of the International Teqball Federation, presented the winning teams with their medals. The gold, silver, and bronze medals were awarded to the top three teams. The beach soccer competition will conclude on Wednesday evening, with the final match taking place at the Bahrain Endurance Village. The semi-final matches were held on Tuesday. Additionally, the padel tennis competitions continue at The Pink Padel courts in Al Hunainiya. Viktor Denis Hozar, President of the International Teqball Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the tournament's organization and praised the event for promoting new sports. He noted that teqball is a relatively new sport in Bahrain but will be featured in the upcoming Asian Youth Games. He hopes to see many young Bahraini athletes participating Winners celebrate in the podium in the competition.
