sports
Ministry to reclaim lost playgrounds in Dhaka: Asif
Sports and youth Adviser Asif Mahmud said that the ministry will work to reclaim the illegally occupied playgrounds in Dhaka and also shared plans of building a sports village.
New ad-hoc committees draw mixed reactions
The National Sports Council (NSC) on Thursday disclosed ad-hoc committees for nine sports federations – bridge, tennis, squash, kabaddi, athletics, billiard and snooker, basketball, chess and hockey – to mixed reactions from former and current players and organisers.
#Women Empowerment / No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3
In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.
BOOK REVIEW: FICTION / A “knockout” debut from Rita Bullwinkel
The eight girls in Headshot clearly hope to escape the chaos of their lives in the ring.
#Perspective / Fencing: The sport Bangladesh didn’t know it needed
In Bangladesh, fencing is still a relatively new activity. It gained popularity in around 2007, far later than in its bordering nations. However, it is rather amazing how much excitement young Bangladeshis have for it.
Sports journalists hold human chain demanding justice for students-people
“I want a fair investigation for every incident, not an eye-wash."
Raducanu 'stands by decision' which ended Murray's Wimbledon career
"Of course, I didn't want to take his last match away from him. But at the end of the day I think a lot of the players in a similar situation would have done the same thing, prioritising their body."
Neer wins chess championship with heavy heart
“I had nearly confirmed my championship win with two rounds in hand and was really happy about it. But now I am shocked and can’t find the words to express my emotions after the death of my beloved Zia sir,” Neer told The Daily Star yesterday.
Rising from Rajshahi: Utshob Ahmed’s journey to boxing glory
In an exclusive interview with Star Lifestyle, Utshob Ahmed shares insights into his journey, the challenges he faced and his aspirations for the future.
FIFA Uncovered rips the last shreds of righteousness from FIFA
FIFA Uncovered exposes FIFA's transformation into the toxic and political mess it is today.
Are we doing enough for aspiring young female athletes?
The primary barriers girls face in regards to sports come from the families themselves.
Is the European Super League making a comeback?
Is it possible that a dormant project like the ESL will be revived?
Winds of Change: Equal pay for male and female sports stars
Men have historically been given preference over women when it comes to participating in sports. Although the number of women participating has increased over time, many still have inherent gender biases. Given that women are still paid far less than men for participating in sports, wage inequality is one of the most blatant examples of bias.
A tribute on the occasion of Leo Messi’s last World Cup announcement
Bidding farewell to a legend from the biggest stage of world football.
Curtain falls on Federer and Nadal ultimate rivalry
When we think about Rafa vs Federer, we think elegance vs swagger, endurance vs aggression. The contrasting playing styles of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal has played a vital part in determining the competitiveness of their rivalry, Nadal with his heavy topspin centred ground strokes at the clay courts against Federer’s single-handed backhands at grass courts, it felt like they were destined to do this forever.
The fascination behind cult heroes in football
The idea behind cult heroes in sports is fascinating and fun.
Bengal Tigresses on the verge of making history
The team has advanced to the final for the second time in their history.
How elite clubs can gain from playing lower-tier European cups
Playing in lower-tier European cups can smoothen the transition
The Figo Affair bares the ugly side of the beautiful game
Behind-the-scenes access surrounding the transfer of Luis Figo from Barcelona to Real Madrid.