Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat was awarded a gold medal by the Sarvkhap Panchayat in Haryana on August 25, 2024, despite her disqualification from the 50-kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics due to being overweight. Addressing the event, Phogat stated, “My fight has not ended; it has just begun.” She expressed gratitude for the support and emphasized that such gestures uplift women athletes. Phogat, who was disqualified after a strenuous weight-cutting process, acknowledged the love and encouragement she received upon returning to India, reinforcing her commitment to fighting for her and others' rights.

Sheetal Devi, 17, from Jammu, is set to make history as the world’s first female archer to compete without arms at the Paralympics. Born with phocomelia, Devi uses her legs and jaw to operate the bow and arrow. Ranked first in the compound open women's category, she won gold at the Asian Para Games and silver at the Para-Archery World Championship. Devi's remarkable journey from a small village to international competitions, aided by customized equipment and dedicated training, exemplifies her determination. The Paralympics in Paris, starting on August 28, will see her compete against top global archers.

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, fresh from winning two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics 2024, met boxing legend Mary Kom. The eight-time world champion and London 2012 bronze medalist inspired Manu, who shared the interaction on Instagram, expressing gratitude for Mary’s blessings. Manu also requested a workout session with Mary Kom. Meanwhile, Mary had stepped down as India’s Chef-de-Mission for Paris 2024 due to personal reasons but continues to support Indian athletes. Manu’s impressive Olympic performance, with medals in the 10m air pistol events, has added to India's Olympic glory.

Bangladesh made history by defeating Pakistan in a Test match for the first time ever. The victory came in Rawalpindi, where Bangladesh secured a 10-wicket win, marking the first time a visiting team has beaten Pakistan by this margin on home soil. Pakistan posted 448 runs in their first innings, but Bangladesh responded strongly with 565 runs. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Shakib al Hasan then dismantled Pakistan's batting in the second innings, restricting them to 146 runs. Bangladesh chased the 30-run target quickly, sealing their historic victory. This win ends Pakistan's 12-0 unbeaten record against Bangladesh in Test cricket.

Virat Kohli honored Shikhar Dhawan following his retirement announcement with a heartfelt message on X. Kohli wrote, “Your trademark smile will be missed, but your legacy lives on.” Dhawan, who made his international debut in 2010, was renowned for his significant contributions, including being the top scorer in the 2013 Champions Trophy. Kohli praised Dhawan’s passion, stating, “Thank you for the memories, unforgettable performances, and always leading with your heart.” Former coach Ravi Shastri also extended his congratulations, highlighting Dhawan’s ongoing potential to impact cricket. Dhawan’s career included 10,867 international runs, 24 centuries, and 79 fifties.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will decide Shakib Al Hasan's future after receiving a legal notice demanding his removal from all cricket forms. The notice, related to Shakib's alleged involvement in a murder FIR during recent riots, was sent by Rafiqul Islam’s lawyers. BCB President Faruque Ahmed stated that a decision will be made after the ongoing Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test ends on August 25. The BCB has yet to receive the notice but will consider it before the next Test match against Pakistan starting on August 30.

Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from all formats of international and domestic cricket, marking the end of a celebrated career. Teammate Hardik Pandya paid tribute to Dhawan on Instagram, writing, "Only the best for you Shiki paa. Congratulations on a wonderful career." Former Pakistan cricketer Saeed Anwar also congratulated Dhawan, praising his hard work, determination, and cricketing skills. Dhawan, a key player in India's 2013 ICC Champions Trophy triumph, leaves behind a legacy of impressive performances and is fondly remembered for his contributions to Indian cricket.

Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on August 24, 2024. The 38-year-old batsman last played for India in December 2022 during an ODI series against Bangladesh. Dhawan, known for his strong performances in limited-overs cricket, was replaced by Shubman Gill following that series. Over his career, Dhawan became one of India's most dependable openers, particularly in ODIs. He shared his retirement news in a video on social media, thanking his fans for their support. Dhawan retires with a significant legacy in Indian cricket, having made substantial contributions to the team's success.

As Jay Shah considers moving to the ICC Chairman role, speculation rises over his replacement as BCCI Secretary. Shah, backed by 15 of 16 ICC Board members, has until August 27 to decide. His departure could lead to significant changes in BCCI leadership. Potential replacements include Rajiv Shukla, Ashish Shelar, Arun Dhumal, and current joint secretary Devajit Saikia. Young administrators like Rohan Jaitley and Avishek Dalmiya are also in the mix. BCCI’s power structure suggests a preference for familiar faces, but new candidates could emerge.

Neeraj Chopra achieved a season-best throw of 89.49m in the Lausanne Diamond League, finishing second. Anderson Peters won with a meeting record throw of 90.61m. Chopra's performance was his second-best career throw, just short of the 90m mark. This follows his silver medal at the Paris Olympics. The event took place on August 22, with Chopra producing his best attempt in the final round. Despite falling short of the top spot, Chopra's consistent performance solidifies his position as a top javelin thrower.