Smriti Mandhana’s wedding celebrations faced another shock on Sunday. Her father was taken to a hospital after showing heart attack-like symptoms. Doctors said his chest pain was due to angina and his cardiac enzymes were high. He is under close watch and may need angiography if his condition gets worse. Soon after, Smriti’s fiancé, music composer Palash Muchhal, also fell ill. He was rushed to a private hospital with a viral infection and acidity. His condition was not serious, and he was discharged after treatment. The wedding events in Sangli have now been postponed until her father recovers. (PC: NDTV)

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has said it will not ban countries from competing for starting wars, after members voted to lift the partial suspension on Russia and Belarus. The UK and 32 other mainly European nations expressed “serious concern” over the decision. IPC president Andrew Parsons told Sky News that the ban was lifted because there was no new evidence that Russia or Belarus were using Paralympic sport to promote the Ukraine war. He said launching a war is not a breach of the IPC constitution. Russia and Belarus will still miss next year’s Winter Paralympics due to other sports bans. (PC: Reuters)

Asian Cricket Council chief Mohsin Naqvi handed Pakistan A the Rising Stars Asia Cup trophy after their thrilling Super Over victory against Bangladesh A in Doha on Sunday. This marks Pakistan's record third title in the tournament. Notably, Naqvi, who also serves as PCB president, had previously refused to present the 2025 Asia Cup trophy to India after their September victory over Pakistan in Dubai. India's team declined to accept the trophy from Naqvi, resulting in an abruptly halted ceremony. Pakistan A's triumph came after a dramatic final where Saad Masood's 38 off 26 balls and Sufiyan Muqeem's 3-11 bowling figures proved crucial, before Ahmed Daniyal sealed victory in the Super Over.

India's blind women's cricket team created history by winning the inaugural Women's T20 World Cup for the Blind in Colombo on Sunday. Led by captain Deepika TC, India defeated Nepal by seven wickets, restricting them to 114/5 before chasing down 117/3 in just 12 overs. The victory sparked nationwide celebrations with Union Home Minister Amit Shah calling it a "remarkable victory," while ministers Jyotiraditya Scindia, Nitin Gadkari, and Mansukh Mandaviya praised the team's courage and determination. Chief Ministers Yogi Adityanath, Siddaramaiah, and DK Shivkumar lauded the achievement. The historic win comes three weeks after India's women's team won the regular Women's World Cup, marking an extraordinary month for Indian women's cricket.

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has postponed her wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal after her father, Srinivas Mandhana, fell ill on Sunday. He complained of left-side chest pain during breakfast and was rushed to Sarvhit Hospital in Sangli. Doctors said he showed symptoms of a heart attack and needs close monitoring, ECG checks, and possibly an angiography. His cardiac enzymes were slightly high, and his blood pressure was elevated. Smriti’s manager said she refused to continue with the wedding during a medical emergency. The couple’s celebrations had begun with Mehendi, Haldi and Sangeet events attended by her India teammates. (PC: India Today)

Smriti Mandhana postponed her wedding after her father, Shrinivas Mandhana, suffered symptoms similar to a heart attack on Sunday. He felt sudden chest pain and was taken to Sarvhit Hospital in Sangli. Doctors said his cardiac enzymes were slightly high, and he needs round-the-clock monitoring. An angiography may be required. His condition is stable but under observation. The doctor said stress from the busy wedding preparations may have caused the symptoms. Smriti’s manager said the cricketer wants her father to recover fully before any new wedding date is set. Photos from the couple’s pre-wedding events had gone viral a day earlier. (PC: X)

India will face South Africa in a three-match ODI series from November 30, but without regular captain Shubman Gill. Gill has been ruled out after suffering whiplash in the Kolkata Test and is still undergoing medical tests in Mumbai. KL Rahul has been named captain in his place. Shreyas Iyer is also out after surgery, forcing selectors to pick a new leader. The series will see the long-awaited home return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Yashasvi Jaiswal will open with Rohit, while Ruturaj Gaikwad comes in as reserve. Jadeja returns, but Hardik Pandya remains unavailable. (PC: India Today)

The wedding of Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal, originally slated for Sunday in Mandhana’s hometown in Maharashtra, has been indefinitely postponed after Mandhana’s father, Srinivas Mandhana, fell ill and was rushed to hospital. Mandhana’s manager revealed the 27-year-old athlete chose not to proceed with the ceremony amid the medical emergency. The couple had already commenced wedding rituals—Mehendi, Haldi, Sangeet— and even organised a playful bride-vs-groom cricket match for guests. All plans are now on hold until her father recovers. 

After a difficult year, Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen closed his 2025 campaign on a high note by winning the BWF Australian Open Super 500. He defeated Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in straight games, 21-15, 21-11, in just 38 minutes, showcasing sharper net play, attacking range, and mental composure. His come-from-behind 86-minute semifinal win against Chou Tien Chen also underlined his resilience. Sen said he focused on “one point at a time” and is excited to build on this momentum next season. 

Smriti Mandhana’s wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal was postponed on Sunday after her father, Srinivas Mandhana, suffered a heart attack. The incident happened during the wedding preparations at the Mandhana Farm House in Sangli. He was taken to a private hospital and is now stable and under observation. Smriti and her family rushed to the hospital soon after. The wedding team confirmed that all functions have been called off for now. Decorations at the venue are being removed, and a new date has not been decided. The family has requested privacy as they focus on his recovery.