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IWL 2024-25: Bala Devi’s Hat-Trick Leads Sribhumi FC to Victory Over Sethu FC

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1 year ago

March 17, 2025

India international Ngangom Bala Devi achieved a remarkable hat-trick as the home team, Sribhumi FC, triumphed over Sethu FC with a 3-2 victory in the Indian Women’s League 2024-25 at Bibhuti Bhushan Stadium on Sunday.

Bala Devi showcased her exceptional skills and experience, finding the net for Sribhumi in the 39th, 49th (penalty), and 65th minutes. This came after Sethu initially took the lead with a goal from Hadijah Nandago in the 37th minute. Although Lisham Babina Devi scored for Sethu in the 88th minute, it wasn’t enough to alter the match’s outcome.

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With this victory, Sribhumi FC climbed to third place in the standings with 12 points from eight matches, while Sethu remained at 10 points after their eight matches.

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The initial 30 minutes of the match were dominated by the home team. Sribhumi was so aggressive that Sethu was fortunate not to have conceded multiple goals early on.

Bala Devi’s dynamic presence in the Sribhumi attack put immense pressure on the Sethu defense, supported well by Rimpa Haldar and Mousumi Murmu on the wings. However, they struggled to convert their chances into goals.

Sethu, against the run of play, managed to take the lead in the 37th minute. Striker Malavika P delivered a cross into the box, and the Ugandan forward Hadijah Nandago headed it in skillfully.

Their happiness was short-lived. Just moments later, Sribhumi took advantage when Sethu goalkeeper Sarangthem Khambi Chanu deflected a long-range shot, allowing Bala Devi to slot home the rebound confidently.

Bala Devi’s brilliance did not end there. Just three minutes into the second half, she converted a penalty, netting her second goal.

Sethu overlooked their prior mistakes, allowing Bala Devi to remain unmarked during a corner in the 65th minute. This lapse allowed her to complete her hat-trick by chesting the ball into the net with ease.

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Sports

Chinese Man Sets World Record by Running 100 Km Daily for 100 Days

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2 days ago

April 10, 2026

Namma Kudla

World: A Chinese ultramarathon runner has achieved a remarkable world record by running 100 kilometres every day for 100 consecutive days.

The runner, Huang Zhenglong, is also known as Long Shao. He completed a total distance of 10,000 kilometres during this challenge.

According to Guinness World Records, the feat took place between December 6 and March 15. He successfully finished the challenge in Foshan, Guangdong.

Huang was warmly welcomed and celebrated after completing this extraordinary achievement. Many people praised his dedication and strong will.

He had been preparing for such endurance challenges for a long time. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he closed his business to focus fully on running.

Earlier, he had also run across China for 365 days without a break. This experience helped him take up even tougher challenges.

At the beginning, many people doubted his ability to complete this task. Running 100 kilometres daily is equal to running more than two marathons every day.

Despite the doubts, Huang stayed consistent and disciplined. He started his run every morning at 7 am along the Desheng River.

He also shared his journey online, which inspired many people. His determination impressed runners and fans around the world.

Huang said that receiving recognition from Guinness World Records made him very happy. He added that many people believed this challenge was impossible.

His achievement proves that strong determination and hard work can make the impossible possible.

Sports

Shresta Iyer Faces Hate After IPL Video

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

IPL 2026 : The IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders was washed out due to rain.

The match result gave both teams one point each. Shreyas Iyer’s sister, Shresta Iyer, shared a fun video on Instagram after the game.

She joked that Punjab had given one point to KKR. Some people did not like the video and sent her hateful messages online.

Shresta later posted another video to respond to the hate. She said her video was only for fun and not meant to insult anyone.

She asked people to take the game in a positive spirit. She also said there should be no hate, only love in sports.

Meanwhile, Aakash Chopra praised Punjab Kings for their strong performance. He said the team is one of the top contenders this season.

He also appreciated the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and coach Ricky Ponting.

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RCB’s 19th Over Blitz Seals Big Win Over CSK

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6 days ago

April 6, 2026

Namma Kudla

Sports: At the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings in an exciting high-scoring match.

RCB looked steady at first but exploded in the final overs. Tim David and Rajat Patidar changed the game with powerful hitting. The 19th over became the turning point as RCB scored 30 runs and set a huge target.

RCB smashed 19 sixes and 14 boundaries, with most runs coming from big shots. Phil Salt and Devdutt Padikkal also played key roles.

CSK had a poor start in the chase. Ruturaj Gaikwad and other top-order batters fell early. Sarfaraz Khan scored a quick fifty and tried to fight back.

Later, Jamie Overton and Prashant added some runs and saved the team from a big collapse. However, CSK could not chase the target, and RCB won the match comfortably