Gor Mahia maestro Enock Morrison named SportPesa League 2025/26 MVP
- Gor Mahia midfielder Enock Morrison named SportPesa League 2025/26 MVP.
- Morrison’s exceptional displays in midfield played a key role in helping Gor Mahia reclaim the SportPesa League title.
- On Thursday, June 4, at the Glee Hotel during the SportPesa Gala Night, he was also crowned Midfielder of the Season and earned a place in the Team of the Season.
Enock Morrisson has been named the Most Valuable Player of the season for the 2025/26 SportPesa League.
This comes after the Ghanaian International guided Gor Mahia to snatch back the league crown for a record-extending 22nd time with his sensational displays in the midfield.
Morrisson was all smiles on Thursday, June 4, at the Glee Hoete in Nairobi during the SportPesa League Gala Night, not only did he bag the prestigious Player of the Season award, but he was also named Midfielder of the Season, plus he made it into the Team of the Season later on.
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Enock Morrison named SportPesa League 2025/26 MVP
Morrisson featured in 31 matches in the SportPesa League last season, missing a few due to a red card suspension, but whenever he stepped onto the pitch, he was electric to watch; nailing three goals while also providing four assists, plus creating over 20 chances throughout the campaign.
“I want to start by saying ‘asante sana’ to the Kenyan community for giving me a home away from home and for providing such an incredible support system.
Winning this award is truly special, and I want to dedicate it to the late Raila Odinga and my beloved mother. Thank you for your support; this award is also for you.
Thank you, SportPesa, for this wonderful occasion and for the award,” Morrison said, fighting back tears of joy after receiving the prestigious honour.
On top of his scoring creativity and helping his side, Morrison, 26, managed to win over 60 duels and made several tackles.
His match performances saw him named Man of the Match 15 times, selected in the Team of the Week about nine times, while also earning three Player of the Month nominations along with three Team of the Month appearances.
Having joined Gor Mahia back in 2024, the former Asante Kotoko player has managed to beat four other standout performers who also had brilliant runs; including Jim Owili (Mara Sugar), his teammate Shariff Musa, Joe Waithira (Murang’a SEAL), and Kayci Odhiambo (AFC Leopards).
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Live the Thrill of the game
By Eduard Bănulescu
Are you convinced that England’s got a good chance to bring it home this time? Prepare your World Cup 2026 fantasy football team for just such an occasion.
Here are the England players that, in my opinion, are worth the hype. I’ve also picked a few clever alternatives.
Don’t forget that you can use this info to create your daily FootballCoin fantasy football team! You’ll get to present your skills against the best managers, and you’ll win prizes in the meantime.
The World Cup Fantasy Football Stars and the Alternatives (Group Stage)
The “Lock” (Must-Haves)
England has reached the final stages of the World Cup and Euro tournaments in every single one of the last tournaments. This current team, now managed by Thomas Tuchel, a hybrid of experienced and youthful players.
The stats are clear about what kind of players deserve your selection this time. To my mind, they include:
| Player |
| Declan Rice |
| Harry Kane |
| Marc Guehi |
The “Enabler” – Budget Value
Considering the collective quality, there aren’t many unknowns on this side. Still, these are some of the players that you might not have scouted very carefully. I think that it’s time to reconsider.
| Player |
| Elliott Anderson |
| Nico O’Reilly |
| Kobbie Mainoo |
The “Trap” – Players to Avoid
As with any team of this calibre, there are players whose reputation won’t match their performances on the pitch. I think you’ll want to avoid the players below.
| Player |
| Marcus Rashford |
| Jordan Henderson |
| Tino Livramento |
The Expected Lineup Matrix
Argentina’s Predicted Line-up(4-2-3-1): Pickford – O’Reilly, Stones, Guehi, James – Rice, Anderson – Gordon, Bellingham, Saka – Kane
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Rackets, Bags & Shoes Explained
When playing Padel, racket shape affects your swing. The shoe sole determines whether you grip the court or slide through a volley. The foam core in your racket? It changes how every shot feels off the face. And the bag you toss everything into after a match can either preserve your gear or quietly destroy it in the Indian heat.
Padel gear decisions stack on top of each other. Get the racket wrong and your arm pays for it. Get the shoes wrong, your ankles do. Skip the small accessories, and you’ll replace expensive gear faster than you should.
Your Complete Padel Equipment
| Equipment | Purpose | Features | Typical Price |
| Padel Racket | Main playing equipment | Round, teardrop, or diamond shape; EVA or FOAM core | ₹5,000-₹40,000+ |
| Padel Shoes | Grip and movement support | Lateral stability, cushioned sole, padel-specific tread | Varies by brand |
| Padel Balls | Gameplay | Lower pressure and softer bounce than tennis balls | Sold in cans |
| Padel Bag | Carry and protect equipment | Thermal racket compartment, shoe pocket, accessory storage | Varies by size/brand |
| Accessories | Comfort and racket protection | Overgrips, wrist straps, sweatbands, racket protectors | ₹100+ |
Padel equipment falls into three tiers. The first tier is non-negotiable: your racket, your shoes, and balls. The second tier is strongly recommended: a dedicated bag, overgrips, and a wrist strap. The third tier is the nice-to-haves: racket protectors, specific apparel, and sweatbands.
Unlike tennis, padel equipment operates under a different set of physics. The racket has no strings. The court has walls you play off. The ball bounces lower. Every piece of gear is engineered around these differences, and substituting tennis gear for padel gear will affect your game in ways you’ll notice immediately.
The Racket
A padel racket looks nothing like a tennis racket. It’s solid with a foam core and a hitting surface made from carbon fibre, fibreglass, or a blend of both. The face has small holes drilled through it, reducing air resistance and allowing spin.
Three variables determine how a racket performs: shape, weight, and core material.
Shape:Racket shape is the single biggest factor in how a racket feels in your hand.
Round rackets have the largest sweet spot, positioned low and centred in the face. They’re forgiving on off-centre hits and deliver excellent control. If you’re new to padel, start here. If you’re a defensive player who wins rallies through placement and patience, stay here.
Teardrop rackets shift the sweet spot slightly higher, blending power and control. This is the best intermediate padel racket shape for players who have developed their technique and want to add punch to their smashes without losing precision. Most club-level players gravitate toward teardrops eventually.
Diamond rackets are head-heavy with a high sweet spot. They generate explosive power on overheads and volleys, but demand consistent technique. Mis-hits sting. If your timing isn’t sharp, diamond shapes will frustrate you.
Weight
Padel rackets range from 340g to 385g. Lighter rackets are easier on the wrist and faster to manoeuvre. Heavier rackets generate more power but tire your arm quicker.
Most recreational players in India do well between 355g and 370g. If you have any history of elbow or shoulder issues, go lighter.
Core Material
The two common foam cores are EVA and FOAM (polyethylene). EVA is denser and delivers a firmer feel with more control. FOAM is softer, giving a trampoline-like pop that adds power and comfort. Some manufacturers now use a blend or multi-layered core to split the difference.
What About Price?
Padel equipment price varies enormously depending on brand, materials, and where you buy.
| Category | Price Range (₹) | Materials | Who It’s For |
| Entry-Level | ₹5,000-₹9,000 | Fibreglass face, soft EVA core | Beginners, casual players |
| Mid-Range | ₹9,000-₹18,000 | Carbon/fibreglass blend, dual-core | Regular players, improvers |
| Advanced/Pro | ₹18,000-₹40,000+ | Full carbon fibre, multi-layer core | Competitive and advanced |
Padel Shoes: Why Your Regular Sneakers Won’t Cut It
Your feet take a beating in padel. The sport demands constant lateral movement, explosive first steps, sudden stops, and quick pivots. Running shoes are designed for forward motion. Tennis shoes aren’t built for padel’s specific court surfaces. You need padel shoes engineered for the way this sport actually moves your body.
What Makes Padel Shoes Different?
Sole Pattern: Padel courts use artificial grass with sand infill. Padel shoes have a herringbone or modified omni-direction tread pattern designed for grip on this surface. Running shoes will slip. Tennis shoes designed for clay or hard court will wear down unevenly.
Lateral Support: The side-to-side movement in padel puts enormous stress on ankles. Padel shoes feature reinforced sidewalls and a wider base to stabilise your foot during cuts and lunges.
Cushioning: ASICS uses GEL technology in the heel and forefoot. The goal is to absorb the shock from sudden stops and hard landings to protect your knees and joints.
Weight: Court shoes for padel tend to be lighter than standard tennis shoes. They are in the 300g-380g range.
Padel Balls: Not the Same as Tennis Balls
Padel balls look similar to tennis balls, but they are not interchangeable. Padel balls have lower internal pressure, which produces a softer, lower bounce suited to the shorter court and wall-play dynamics.
Using tennis balls on a padel court disrupts the entire flow of the game. Wall rebounds become unpredictable. Your control over shot placement drops.
The Padel Tennis Bag
Once you’ve invested in a racket and shoes, you need something to carry and protect them. A padel tennis bag is specifically designed for this gear. It’s not a gym bag with a racket shoved inside.
Good padel bags include thermal-lined compartments that shield your racket from extreme heat. India’s climate can push temperatures well above 40°C in summer. Heat damages the foam core of your racket, softening the material and altering its playing characteristics. A thermally insulated bag prevents this.
Features to look for in a padel bag.
- Dedicated racket compartment with thermal lining.
- Separate shoe pocket to keep sweaty footwear away from clean gear.
- Accessory pockets for overgrips, wristbands, a water bottle, and your phone.
- Padded straps for comfortable carrying.
The Small Stuff That Makes a Big Difference
Overgrips:The factory grip on your racket will wear out. An overgrip wraps over the base grip, restoring tackiness and absorbing moisture. They cost between ₹100 and ₹300 per piece and you should replace them every 5-10 sessions.
Racket Protectors:A padel racket’s frame takes hits during play. A protector tape applied along the frame’s edge absorbs this impact and extends your racket’s life.
Wrist Straps:Every padel racket has a hole at the bottom of the handle for a wrist strap. Use it. The strap keeps the racket tethered to your hand during aggressive swings, preventing it from flying across the court and potentially injuring another player. Some tournaments require them.
Sweatbands and Wristbands:In Indian conditions, sweat management matters. A soaked grip slips. Wristbands channel sweat away from your hand, and a headband keeps it out of your eyes. Inexpensive and effective.
Buying Used Padel Equipment: Smart or Risky?
The padel market in India is still young, but a secondary market for used padel equipment is starting to form. Outlets like PadelOutlet.in already list used rackets (graded by condition) at significant discounts, up to 30-40% off the original price.
Used padel equipment can be a smart entry point, especially for beginners who don’t want to commit ₹15,000+ before knowing whether they’ll stick with the sport. A few things to check before buying:
Frame Integrity: Run your fingers along the entire frame edge. Cracks, even hairline ones, compromise the racket’s structural strength and can worsen rapidly.
Foam Core Condition: Press the face of the racket. If it feels dead or overly soft compared to a new racket of the same model, the core has degraded. Heat exposure is the usual culprit.
Grip State: A worn-out base grip is easy and cheap to replace. Don’t let it be a dealbreaker if the frame and core are solid.
Shoes: Be cautious with used padel shoes. The outsole tread wears down, and once grip is gone, you lose traction and stability. Cushioning also compresses over time and doesn’t recover. Buy new shoes whenever possible.
How to Choose Padel Equipment Based
Your skill level should dictate your padel equipment choices. Overspending on pro-level gear as a beginner doesn’t accelerate your improvement. Underspending as a regular player limits your potential. Here’s a level-by-level breakdown:
Beginner (0-6 months): Go with a round-shaped racket in the ₹5,000-₹9,000 range. Pair it with entry-level padel shoes (₹5,000-₹7,000). Add a basic bag, some overgrips, and a can of balls. Total investment: ₹12,000-₹18,000.
Intermediate (6-18 months): Upgrade to the best intermediate padel racket you can afford in the teardrop shape, somewhere between ₹12,000 and ₹20,000. Invest in better padel shoes with advanced cushioning and lateral support (₹8,000-₹12,000). Your bag and accessories stay the same. Total investment: ₹22,000-₹35,000.
Advanced (18+ months): You know what you want by now. Pro-level rackets, premium shoes, a quality padel tennis bag, and a stocked accessory kit. Budget ₹40,000+ for the full setup.
Where Does India Stand?
The padel equipment market in India has matured quickly. Three years ago, buying a padel racket in India meant importing one or relying on a handful of online stores. Now, dedicated retailers like PadelOutlet.in, Racquets4U, and SportsJam stock full catalogues from HEAD, Babolat, Bullpadel, and Adidas. Pricing has become more competitive, and delivery infrastructure covers most major cities.
The challenge remains access to padel courts. But that’s changing fast. Platforms like Khelomore are at the centre of it. Khelomore lets you discover and book padel courts (along with 30+ other sports) across cities in India. You open the app, pick a slot, and show up ready to play.
If you’ve been assembling your padel equipment and are itching to use it, book a padel court on Khelomore and get on the court this week.
Final Thoughts
Padel equipment isn’t complicated, but it does reward thoughtful choices. A well-matched racket elevates your game. Proper shoes protect your body. The right accessories extend the life of your gear and keep you comfortable through long sessions in Indian heat.
Start with the essentials. Buy the best padel equipment you can reasonably afford at your current level. Upgrade as your skills and commitment grow.
FAQs
How long does a padel racket last?
A padel racket lasts between 6 and 18 months with regular play (two to five sessions per week). The foam core loses its elasticity over time even without visible cracks. A dull sound on ball contact and reduced power are the clearest signs you need a replacement.
Can I wear tennis shoes to play padel?
Clay court tennis shoes work as a temporary substitute, but they are not built for padel’s artificial grass and sand surface. Padel shoes have deeper herringbone treads for grip on sand, lighter construction, and more flexibility. So, switch to dedicated padel shoes as soon as you commit to the sport.
How do I store my padel racket in hot weather?
Keep it in a thermally insulated bag, away from direct sunlight and never inside a parked car. Heat above 40°C softens the EVA or FOAM core and permanently alters the racket’s playing characteristics.
Are pressureless padel balls good for practice?
Pressureless balls last significantly longer than pressurised ones because their bounce comes from a thicker rubber core, not internal air pressure. They are cost-effective for coaching drills and ball machines. For match play and technique development, though, pressurised balls provide the true feel and bounce behaviour you need to train accurately.
What is the right padel racket weight for beginners?
Beginners should start with a racket between 340g and 360g. Lighter rackets reduce fatigue during long rallies and put less strain on the wrist and elbow while you develop your technique. As your swing mechanics improve and your arm strength builds, you can move toward a heavier racket for added power.
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Bet on 25/26 Champions League Final on SportPesa and win free Aviator bet
Leading online gaming firm SportPesa Kenya is offering qualifying customers a tiered Aviator free bet reward for placing a bet on the 25/26 UEFA Champions League Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal.
Eligibility
The promotion is open to all registered and verified SportPesa Kenya customers who are above 18 years old.
Qualifying bet on Champions League final
- Place a qualifying bet on the PSG vs Arsenal UEFA Champions League Final (30 May 2026). Minimum stake of 1 shilling.
- Both single and multi/accumulator bets qualify, provided that Arsenal vs PSG is included as a selection.
- Pre-match bets only qualify. Live (in-play) bets are not eligible.
- Cancelled and cashed-out bets do not qualify.
- One reward per customer, regardless of the number of qualifying bets placed.
Reward tiers
Customers will receive an Aviator free bet based on their highest single qualifying stake:
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| Tier 2 | KES 101 – 500 | KES 10 |
| Tier 3 | KES 501 – 1,000 | KES 50 |
| Tier 4 | KES 1,001 – 5,000 | KES 100 |
| Tier 5 | KES 5,001 – 20,000 | KES 500 |
| Tier 6 | KES 20,001+ | KES 1,000 |
Example: A customer placing a KES 500 bet qualifies for Tier 2 and receives a KES 10 Aviator free bet. A customer placing a KES 2,000 bet qualifies for Tier 4 and receives a KES 100 Aviator free bet.
Free bet credit
- Free bets will be credited to qualifying accounts the day after the match, after 16:00 EAT.
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- Free bets must be used on Aviator only.
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Live the Thrill of the game
By Eduard Bănulescu
Tired of the same old stars? Or, are you just looking to assemble your World Cup 2026 fantasy football on a budget?
Here are the budget alternatives to the tournament’s top picks. These are the players you won’t need to bust the bank for, but who will earn you points.
All these players are available in FootballCoin fantasy football contests! Play against the community’s best managers and win prizes this Summer!
The World Cup Fantasy Football Stars and the Alternatives (Group Stage)
It’s all about earning points. Often, it’s players falling under the radar that give your fantasy football team the biggest push.
All the players I am recommending as alternatives to the top picks are both free to choose in FootballCoin and affordable in games like FIFA World Cup fantasy.
If you’re looking to have an impact on the Fantasy Football World Cup as a whole, you need to play strategically! There are plenty of lesser-known players in the groups who help you succeed.
Top 5 Goalkeeper Top Picks for World Cup Fantasy Football & Their Alternatives
| Star Player | Team | Alternative | Team |
| Emiliano Martinez | Argentina | Edouard Mendy | Senegal |
| Alisson Becker | Brazil | Orlando Gill | Paraguay |
| David Raya | Spain | Alban Lafont | Ivory Coast |
| Manuel Neuer | Germany | Zion Suzuki | Japan |
| Thibaut Courtois | Belgium | Mathew Ryan | Australia |
Top 10 Defenders Top Picks for World Cup Fantasy Football & Their Alternatives
| Star Player | Team | Alternative | Team |
| Achraf Hakimi | Morocco | Saud Abdulhamid | Saudi Arabia |
| Antonio Rudiger | Germany | Abdukodir Khusanov | Uzbekistan |
| Denzel Dumfries | Netherlands | El Hadji Malick Diouf | Senegal |
| Virgil van Dijk | Netherlands | Tarik Muharemovic | Bosnia & Herzegovina |
| Aymeric Laporte | Spain | Ismael Kone | Canada |
Top 10 Midfielders Top Picks for World Cup Fantasy Football & Their Alternatives
| Star Player | Team | Alternative | Team |
| Bruno Fernandes | Portugal | Rayan Aït-Nouri | Algeria |
| Jude Bellingham | England | Frederik Aursnes | Norway |
| Pedri | Spain | Malik Tillman | USA |
| Rayan Cherki | France | Hannibal Mejbri | Tunisia |
| Jamal Musiala | Germany | Tahith Chong | Curacao |
Top 10 Attackers Top Picks for World Cup Fantasy Football & Their Alternatives
| Star Player | Team | Alternative | Team |
| Harry Kane | England | Eldor Shomurodov | Uzbekistan |
| Kylian Mbappe | France | Ante Budimir | Croatia |
| Erling Haaland | Norway | Chris Wood | Australia |
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | Amine Gouiri | Algeria |
| Lautaro Martinez | Argentina | Ange-Yoan Bonny | Ivory Coast |
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Badminton Singles vs Doubles: Key Differences
When you walk into a badminton club in Mumbai for the first time, you might see four people are smashing away on one court. On the next one, a guy is sprinting corner to corner, solo, completely drenched. You’re watching doubles and singles formats of the game at the same time.
Both look like a workout. Both look like fun. But if you’re a beginner to the game, you have to pick one. Most experts suggest doubles format for beginners. There are many people who challenge to play singles directly! If you’re restarting sports in your 30s, doubles might be a good choice.
Badminton singles vs doubles, that choice shapes how you learn the game and what you prefer. At the core, it influences how fast you improve and how much you enjoy showing up again the next weekend.
Badminton Singles vs Doubles: What Changes for a Beginner?
Everything! The court dimensions, the rally style, physical demands, mental load, all of it changes depending on which format you play.
In singles, the court narrows to 5.18 metres wide but stretches the full length. You’re alone covering all four corners repeatedly, sometimes moving 6-7 metres in a single rally.
In doubles, the court expands to 6.1 metres wide. But you’re sharing that space with a partner and the service boxes shrink front-to-back.
Badminton Court Rules for Singles and Doubles
| Feature | Singles | Doubles |
| Court width | 5.18m (inner tramlines) | 6.1m (outer tramlines) |
| Service box | Long and narrow | Short and wide |
| Badminton boundaries for singles and doubles | Inner sidelines, full length | Outer sidelines, shortened length for serve |
| Players per side | 1 | 2 |
| Game pace | Measured, tactical rallies | Fast exchanges, quick reactions |
| Physical demand | Aerobic endurance, typically 4–6 km of movement | Explosive bursts, stronger upper-body power |
| Best for beginners? | Harder initially, but improves skills faster | Lower barrier to entry and easier to start with |
The Case for Doubles (Especially in Mumbai)
Mumbai’s badminton culture is packed. Walk into venues like Courts of the World in Chembur or the sports complexes in Andheri, and you’ll find doubles courts filling up faster.
Doubles lets you ease into the game. You have a fellow partner reading the shuttle with you. That psychological safety matters for beginners.
For anyone exploring sports for weight loss, doubles still burns serious calories. A 60-minute doubles session can torch 400-500 calories and the pace keeps your heart rate elevated. The rallies in doubles are actually faster at the net.
The difference between singles and doubles in badminton really shows up in court coverage. In doubles, front-back positioning is the norm. One player attacks from the back, the other defends the net. That division of labour makes the game more manageable for someone who doesn’t yet have the footwork to cover the whole court alone.
And in Mumbai specifically, with courts at a premium, doubles means you split the booking cost four ways instead of two. That’s a real consideration when you’re booking at trending badminton venues like Smash Arena or Khelomore-listed courts across Powai, Malad, and Thane.
Why Singles Might Actually Be the Better Teacher
Singles is brutal for a beginner. You will get tired and make positional errors constantly. But that suffering? It’s the fastest feedback loop in the sport.
When you play badminton singles, there’s nowhere to hide. Every weak return, poor serve, every time you’re caught flat-footed, it shows immediately. Your footwork either improves or you lose. That pressure accelerates learning in a way doubles rarely does.
Singles also teaches you how to play badminton in its purest form. You learn to think three shots ahead. You learn to control the shuttle’s trajectory. The badminton smash techniques you develop in singles (generating power from the back court, varying pace, disguising direction) directly transfer when you eventually move to doubles.
Several badminton academies in Mumbai actually structure beginner training around singles drills precisely because the feedback is cleaner. If you’re training rather than casually playing, singles-based drills build your foundation faster.
The Real Differentiator: What Kind of Beginner Are You?
Forget the formats for a second. Ask yourself this: are you there to get fit and have fun with friends, or are you genuinely trying to learn the game and improve?
If it’s the former: doubles, no question. Grab three friends, split a court on KheloMore, and spend an hour chasing the shuttle and laughing. It’s social, it’s energetic, it’s a great workout.
If it’s the latter: start with doubles, but push yourself into singles within the first two months. Use doubles to get comfortable with the shuttle speed and court sense. Then transition.
The players who plateau in Mumbai’s recreational badminton scene are overwhelmingly the ones who stayed in doubles-only mode for years.
They got better at partnership play but never developed the court coverage or shot variety that badminton singles vs doubles play demands on opposite ends of the skill spectrum. When they finally stepped onto a singles court, they realised their footwork was underdeveloped.
The players who improved fastest? They rotated. Doubles on weekends with a group. Singles practice mid-week with one opponent.
Court Rules to Know Before You Step On
A lot of beginners embarrass themselves at Mumbai clubs by mixing up the badminton boundaries for singles and doubles mid-game.
Singles
- Use the inner sidelines (narrower court).
- Service must land in the long, narrow service box diagonally.
- The full length of the court is in play after the serve.
Doubles
- Use the outer sidelines (wider court).
- Service must land in the shorter service box. The back tramlines are out during serve only.
- After the serve, the full outer boundary applies.
That shift in service box dimensions is where most beginners get confused. In doubles, your serve has to be more precise because the service area is actually smaller front-to-back.
Knowing these rules cold before you walk in? It saves you that awkward moment of arguing about whether a shuttle landed in or out while three other players stare at you.
Finding Courts in Mumbai
Mumbai has no shortage of options. From the NSCI courts in Worli to community badminton halls in Borivali, the infrastructure exists. The gap for most beginners is discovery and availability.
Khelomore lists badminton courts across Mumbai with real-time availability. You’re not calling venues or navigating group chats to confirm a booking. Pick your sport, find a court near you, and lock it in.
If you want structured coaching alongside court time, several academies operate out of Khelomore-listed venues. Book a court and explore coaching options in the same place.
The Verdict
For absolute beginners in Mumbai’s badminton clubs: start with doubles. It is more forgiving. Once you can sustain a rally and your footwork feels natural, go to singles. Let it expose your gaps for a good training.
You can also directly go for singles if you can handle total control over your shots and court space. Doubles is more difficult for some because it requires a lot of teamwork and communication. So, the choice is as much a matter of personal preference.
Ultimately, the debate “Badminton singles vs doubles” is not a permanent allegiance. It is a toolkit. The best recreational players in Mumbai use both. So should you.
FAQs
Badminton singles vs doubles, which is more physically demanding?
Usually, singles format is considered as more physically demanding. You have to cover the full court alone, moving 4-6km per match. Doubles demands explosive bursts and faster reactions, but the physical load per player is lower overall.
Can badminton benefit diabetics?
Yes. Badminton improves insulin sensitivity and helps regulate blood sugar through sustained aerobic activity. Regular play (even 3 sessions a week) supports glucose metabolism and cardiovascular health.
Does badminton change body shape?
It does, but over time. Badminton burns 400-550 calories per hour. It builds lean leg and core muscle, and reduces body fat through regular play. Consistent sessions do improve muscle tone and posture noticeably.
Can I play badminton instead of going to gym?
For cardio, agility, and general fitness, yes! Badminton covers endurance and lower-body strength well. It won’t replace targeted strength training. As a primary fitness activity, it holds up solidly against a standard gym routine.
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Cape Town Marathon 2026 – The making of Africa’s first major
“The journey to an Abbott World Marathon Majors has been tough, but in Africa, nothing’s easy and we know that smooth seas don’t make good sailors,” Clarke Gardner, Chief Executive Officer of the Cape Town Marathon, opens up to SportPesa News.
It is only two days before the 2026 edition of the event takes place in Cape Town, South Africa on 24 May that he opens up in an exclusive interview.
And having been painfully cancelled in 2025 due to severe overnight winds that damaged vital race infrastructure and forced last-minute cancellation, the 32nd edition comes not only with a desire to make up for the disappointment but also with hope of making history in the athletic world.
As a candidate race in the Abbott World Marathon Majors evaluation process, the Cape Town Marathon could become the first race from the African continent to join the prestigious list of the great road races that take place in Berlin, London, Boston, Chicago, Sydney, New York and Tokyo.
In 2024, the majors candidate successfully passed Phase 1 of evaluation and postponement in 2025, where Phase 2 was to be conducted, meant that the continent’s historic dreams also had to be pushed.
But having gained experience towards making the Cape Town Marathon the first African Major over the last six years, Gardner is confident that, with the organization put in place for 2026, it could only be a matter of time before history is achieved.
“Fortunately, it’s only been 7 months since the cancellation and disappointment of last year, but we’ve really got all stops now to lift this race, not only to put on another one, but to put on a much better race than we even had last year.
The journey to an Abbott World Marathon Majors has been tough, but in Africa, nothing’s easy, and we know that smooth seas don’t make good sailors, and I think we’ve got about our way the last five, six years on this journey, and learned every year, progressively got better. And I think now it’s time and we’ve earned the right to be a major.
So I’m looking forward and maybe just relieved after this year if we manage to succeed,” he remarked.
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The challenge of meeting World Major standards
In Phase 2, the Cape Town Marathon, which was confirmed as an Abbott World Marathon Majors candidate race in August 2021, has to meet stringent criteria encompassing upto 104 points across all facets of the event, a challenge Gardner reveals has been a huge mountain to conquer as a third world country.
The majors candidate evaluation requires races to meet stringent operational and logistical excellence, elite and wheelchair fields, seamless participant experience, robust safety and medical protocol and broadcast capabilities among other things.
“There’s 104 criteria we have to pass, things like no parked cars en route, an elite quality field, prize money, wheelchairs. So it’s really making sure it’s a quality race, which is quite difficult, because those are first world criteria when we live in a third world continent and country.
And you need your whole ecosystem to improve in quality in order to get to that kind of level. So we had to really smash barriers, and lift quality standards, and perfection, and intensity, in order to pass those 104 criteria, which is stage two this year and then we are an Abbott World Marathon Majors. So we’re almost there,” he said.
Cape Town Marathon honours Africa’s marathon greats
For Gardner, getting over the line in making the cape Town Marathon to be a major would not be just about the future that lies in store.
For him, the journey to getting to the top would be an honour to the previous generation of African athletes who paved the way for the continent on the global scale.
“I think the first thing is we’re honoring those magical performances of the African elites and marathon runners of the last 20, 30 years. They showed us and inspired us what is possible, and now we have our own event, because of them, because of their performances,” he said.
The impact of having a major in an African continent is also not lost on Gardner who cannot measure how the next generation will benefit.
“And what will that do in inspiring the next generation of runners? Now we’ve got kids, 250,000 on the streets on Sunday, watching the greatest ever (Eliud Kipchoge from kenya), watching Lonah Salpeter (Israel), watching Edna Kiplagat(Kenya), watching Dera Dida(Ethiopia).
And they’re gonna see what’s possible. We’re gonna be a symbol of hope. Not only just for the runners, but for the kids and the spectators that are watching in their own lives and their own dreams,” Gardner noted.
More than a race, an engine for jobs
Away from the event, Gardner is confident the race can play a major part in boosting the tourism sector in South Africa which can in turn create employment opportunities for the locals as over 44,000 participants are set to take part in the event, making it one of the largest running events on the African continent.
South Africa’s official unemployment rate stands at 32.7% according to data from the Statistics South Africa.
“I think being a major is one element, and the other element is it becomes an economic engine of attracting tourists. We’re a country with 13 million unemployed people. We need industry to succeed, such as tourism, in order to give people jobs,” he said.
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In the journey towards Africa’s first major, Gardner was quick to heap praise on the athletes helped in convincing the Abbott World Marathon Majors that Africa deserves to be included on the list.
“I’m gonna pass it out to these incredible elite marathon runners. When I lobbied to become a candidate, I said to Abbot World Marathon Majors people, ‘we’ve got 80% of the top 50 lead runners in the world coming from Africa, and they’ve got to leave their country.
They’ve got to leave their continent in order to race because you haven’t given them a major on African continent’. My gratitude is to people like Eliud Kipchoge, Edna Kiplagat, Paul Tergat, Haile Gebrselassie. These are the greats that enabled us, one to dream big, but two, to show African excellence,” he said.
‘Crucified by disappointment’: The hardest part of it all
While the end seems near for Gardner and the large team behind the scenes, the CEO was quick to point out that it was not smooth sailing at all especially with the perfection required.
The wrath that came from the 2025 participants, due to the event’s cancellation, is also one dark moment for him.
“The hardest part has been to scale the business with a team of good people that buy into eventing and have all the energy to work all night. Another was definitely the cancellation and disappointing 24,000 people. When you expected a reward and then you get crucified by all those that were so disappointed, they couldn’t control their emotions. That was hard.
The third was in getting the city, getting the service providers, getting everyone in their inventing industry to raise their standards that will allow us to pass stage 2 and become an Abbott World Marathon Majors.
But when they manage to get over the line, Gardner will be the most fulfilled man.
“I think for now it might just be relief (when Cape Town Marathon becomes a major), but over time, it will be a deep sense of satisfaction,” he concluded.
By the numbers: over 40,000 runners, one historic weekend
With a world-class elite field that includes 13 men and eight women who have run faster than the current course records of the Cape Town Marathon, the 2026 edition of the race is set to be the fastest ever.
The 32nd edition of the race takes place on Sunday 24 May, once again starting and finishing in Green Point, and the elite athletes will be racing not only for line honours and records, but also a share of the considerably increased prize purse.
The 2026 edition of the race will see 27,000 marathon runners lining up, including a field of world-class elite runners and wheelchair athletes.
A further 17,500 will take part in the accompanying 10km and 5km Peace Runs, as well as the Cape Town Trail Marathon, 22km and 11km trail runs, which take place on Saturday, 23 May.
That means a combined field of 44,500 participants, making this one of the largest running events on the African continent.
The stacked men’s elite field includes eight athletes who have run a 2:05 marathon or faster, including Eliud Kipchoge, the former two-time World Record-holder, two-time Olympic Marathon champion and winner of 17 international marathons.
The current men’s course record is 2:08:16, set by Ethiopia’s Abdisa Tola in 2024, and 13 men in the field have run faster than that in their careers, with 10 of them having done so in the last year.
The women’s course record is 2:22:22, run by South Africa’s Glenrose Xaba in 2024, which set not only a new South African record, but was also the fastest women’s time run on African soil.
In the 2026 women’s elite field, five athletes have run faster than 2:20 and another three have clocked a 2:20 time, while four of those athletes have gone faster than the current course record in the past year.
The men’s field includes three World Athletics Platinum Label and six Gold Label athletes, while the women’s field features four Platinum Label and six Gold Label athletes.
The Marathon will also once again feature a star-studded wheelchair race, with 12 men and nine women participating, and the race has also been selected to host the 2026 Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours and Travel Age Group World Champs, which will see around 1,800 of the best age group marathoners from around the world competing for global titles in five-year age categories from 40-44 to over 80 years.
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Live the Thrill of the game
By Eduard Bănulescu
Does it get more exciting than the Champions League fantasy football being played right now?
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Last week was called, by some, the best UCL football in over a decade. That sounds promising, but you’ll need the right kind of players to tackle this week’s events. This is a list of the players that, I think, will push you toward the top.
Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid
Whatever you’ve heard about Arsenal, forget it! The Gunners have become an efficient, winning machine. Its style is not made for entertainment, but earns results.
I see Raya as a possible goalie choice for your fantasy football team, maybe as a sub. Gabriel, Saliba, and White can earn a lot of points. Rice always is worth taking a risk on. Eze is an alright, but not spectacular choice.
Gyokeres has proven his worth recently. He’s an alright pick.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid doesn’t have Arsenal’s squad depth. But Diego Simeone‘s boys have grit. I think they’ll deliver a good performance.
Now that Oblak is fit once again, he’s the best available goalkeeper at this stage of fantasy
I would take a chance on the defenders Hancko, Pubill, and Ruggeri. Llorente, Simeone and Cardoso work more than most. Alvarez can be the striker who makes the difference, but there’s a degree of risk.
Bayern Munchen vs. Paris-Saint Germain
Paris Saint-Germain put in a spectacular performance last week. Yes, it was nearly equalled by Bayern. Can the French side do it in front of the Bavarians’ excited fans?
PSG’s got an excellent squad. Start with midfielders Vitinha and Neves if you can afford them. Doue and Zairre-Emery are excellent picks, and they’re affordable.
Kvaratskhelia and Dembele are luxury picks, but this is the moment to get them. If you can only pick one, I’d choose Dembele for this one.
Mendes and Pacho are fine defensive picks. Marquinhos is always a leader, but doesn’t always earn a lot of points in fantasy football contests like this one.
Meanwhile, Bayern’s a strong, balanced squad that can always surprise PSG’s defenders if they’re not careful.
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Hincapie is set to start for Arsenal, but I think that there are better defensive opponents. The same for Zubimendi. Not convinced by Saka and Trossardeither.
Griezmann and Lookman are also sensational players, but could be neutralised by Arsenal’s defenders.
Safonov is not the best goalkeeping choice in my humble opinion. Just check out his stats, or a replay of last week’s game. Ruiz is also a good midfielder, but he’s had recent injuries, so you don’t know if he’ll play the full 90 minutes, or even start as the previews suggest he will.
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What is Box Cricket League? Full Guide
Cricket in India has never needed an excuse. Give ten people a rubber ball, a lamppost, and twelve square feet of open ground, and a match breaks out. So when the Box Cricket League showed up on Indian television in 2014 with celebrities swinging bats in a walled indoor enclosure. The country did what it always does with cricket. It adopted it immediately.
But here’s the part that the show’s creators at Marinating Films probably didn’t script: the format leaked out of the TV studio and into real life. Today, box cricket is one of the fastest-growing recreational formats in urban India.
Office teams book indoor arenas on Saturday mornings. College squads play elimination rounds on weekday evenings. And it’s the Box Cricket League that put all of this in motion, both the show and the concept. What started as a team-based indoor game is now turning into a high-stakes 1v1 showdown, thanks to Khelomore Sixer, where there are no teammates, no second chances, just six balls to hit as many sixes as possible or walk away.
What is Box Cricket League?
The Box Cricket League (BCL) is an Indian sports reality television show that brings celebrities, TV actors, digital creators, and public figures together to play indoor box cricket in a fast-paced, competitive league format. Think of it as the offspring of the IPL and a reality TV show, compressed into a walled playing area roughly the size of a large living room.
The show premiered in 2014-15, inspired loosely by the Celebrity Cricket League, and quickly found its audience. Matches are played indoors. Teams represent cities.
Over three or four seasons, the competition grew from 8 teams to 10, then consolidated down to 6. It has aired on Sony Entertainment Television, Colours TV, and MTV India— three very different channels. It tells you something about how broadly the show tried to cast its net.
What distinguishes the box cricket league from regular cricket is the enclosure itself. Walls replace boundary ropes. A ball cannoning off a wall can still count as a four or six, depending on the rules in play. LBW doesn’t exist here. The ceiling height matters. The pitch is shorter. Everything is compressed, faster, and louder.
That’s the show. But the box cricket league concept is now something India plays, not just watches.
The Seasons, the Teams, and Delhi Dragons’ Reign
Four seasons in, the BCL has produced some clear storylines. The biggest one? Delhi Dragons absolutely dominated this league.
| Season | Year | No. of Teams | Winner | Broadcast |
| Season 1 | 2014–15 | 8 | Delhi Dragons | Sony Entertainment Television |
| Season 2 | 2016 | 10 | Delhi Dragons | Colors TV |
| Season 3 | 2018 | 10 | Lucknow Nawabs | Colors TV |
| Season 4 | 2019 | 6 | Delhi Dragons | MTV India |
Three titles out of four. The Dragons didn’t build a dynasty in the traditional sense (this is a celebrity cricket show, after all!). But the consistency says something about team cohesion and good casting decisions by whoever assembled that squad.
The teams themselves are city-based and celebrity-led, with some names that became genuinely recognisable to BCL fans: Mumbai Tigers, Chandigarh Cubs, Kolkata Babu Moshai, Jaipur Raj Joshile, Ahmedabad Express, Rowdy Bangalore, Chennai Swaggers, Goa Killers, Lucknow Nawabs.
Some appeared for one season and vanished. Others stuck around.
The format of the competition across all seasons follows a league stage → semi-finals → final progression.
BCL also expanded into regional editions: BCL Punjab, BCL Marathi, BCL Sandalwood (Kannada), and BCL Kollywood (Telugu). Regional language audiences got their own celebrity cricket content. It is a smart move, honestly.
What IPL Did to Cricket, and What BCL Did Next
You can’t tell the box cricket league story without acknowledging what the IPL did to cricket’s cultural footprint in India.
When the IPL launched in 2008, it didn’t just create a new tournament. It created a blueprint: shorter formats, city loyalty, entertainment value layered on top of the sport, celebrity ownership, and prime-time television. It proved that cricket could be packaged differently and still sell out stadiums.
BCL took that same logic one step further. If the IPL compressed Test cricket into T20, BCL compressed T20 into a 6-to-10-over slugfest inside four walls. It lowered the participation barrier.
You no longer needed a full ground, eleven players, a proper pitch, or professional equipment. Except the same cricket fitness on ground. Suddenly, cricket was accessible to anyone with a turf booking and six friends.
That’s the real legacy of BCL in India. The normalisation of box cricket as a format that actual people can play.
Box Cricket League Rules to Note
Team Size:6 to 8 players per side.
Match Length:3 to 10 overs per innings. BCL television matches run around 10 overs per side. Recreational games often go shorter.
Bowling Limit:Usually a maximum of 2 overs per bowler. Prevents one person from bowling the whole match.
Boundaries & Walls:Walls replace ropes. A ball hitting the wall can count as 4 runs. Clearing a designated mark = 6. Rules vary by venue.
Wickets & Dismissals:Bowled, caught (including catches off walls), and run-out are all valid. LBW is not.
Extras & Penalties:Wides and no-balls add runs to the batting side. Some formats apply a penalty (like -5 runs) per wicket, to keep scores interesting.
Height Restrictions:Deliveries above a certain height (usually shoulder or head level) are called wide. Essential in a low-ceiling indoor space.
Retirements:Batters sometimes retire after a set number of runs (e.g., 30 or 40) so everyone in the team gets time in the middle.
The Ground and Equipment
Ground size: Roughly 40–50 feet in length, 25–30 feet in width
Ceiling height: 10–12 feet for indoor venues
Pitch length: 18–22 yards, sometimes shorter depending on the venue
Walls: Padded or netted, surrounding the entire playing area
As for the equipment used in cricket of this format, it adapts to the indoor setting. A softer rubber or tennis ball replaces the hard leather ball in most recreational games, protecting both players and the walls.
Lightweight bats are preferred since the backswing space is limited. Stumps and bails are standard. Gloves and pads are optional at the recreational level.
The confined space is the whole point. You can’t slog it to deep midwicket. You can’t run four and a half steps to the boundary. Every shot has to be deliberate, and every bowler has to think about angles differently. That’s what makes box cricket legitimately skill-heavy despite the format looking chaotic from the outside.
Why the Box Cricket League Still Matters
The show itself has been on and off the air. Season 4 aired in 2019, and there’s been no confirmed return since. But the box cricket league as a cultural moment already did its job. It took a format that existed in pockets across India and gave it a name, a structure, and a prime-time stage.
Today, thousands of Indians play box cricket every week without having watched a single episode of BCL. They play it because it’s fast. Because it fits inside a 90-minute slot after work. Because it doesn’t require eleven players or a maidan or a groundsman. The show normalised the format, and the format found its own life.
That’s the real answer to “what is box cricket league?”
It’s a show that became a movement. A celebrity sport that turned civilian. And right now, it’s probably being played within a few kilometres of wherever you’re reading this.
Khelomore Sixer: Box Cricket as a 1v1 Sport
Box cricket is usually a team game. Khelomore flipped that.
The Khelomore Sixer is a 1v1 format. One batter, one bowler, one over. The batter’s only job is to hit as many sixes as possible. Win the match, advance to the next round. Lose, and you’re out. Simple as that.
So far, 30 games have been held across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Pune.
Mumbai was the starting point, and the response there was strong right from the first event. That’s what led to expanding into Navi Mumbai, the suburbs, and eventually Pune. Winners walk away with a cash prize of ₹15,000, plus a trophy and medal.
And it’s only getting bigger from here.
After the initial run of games, Khelomore Sixer caught real traction in the box cricket community. Now, Tenxu is coming on board as a collaborator, and the next two months will see 10 tournaments across 10 IPL cities. The Mumbai edition is the one to watch, Sachin Tendulkar is expected to be there.
Find a Box Cricket Venue Near You
No group chats. No calling venues. Open the Khelomore app, pick your sport, choose your time, and book a court nearby. It’s that straightforward.
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FAQs
Is the Box Cricket League still active?
The TV show hasn’t aired new seasons since 2019. However, the format it popularised is widely played across India in recreational leagues, corporate events, and local tournaments.
Who owns Box Cricket League?
Box Cricket League was created and produced by Marinating Films, a production company known for celebrity-driven television content in India.
Where can I watch the Box Cricket League?
Past seasons are occasionally available on TV network platforms or streaming services associated with channels like Sony, Colours, or MTV, depending on licensing availability.
How is box cricket different from gully cricket?
Box cricket is played in enclosed indoor turfs with structured rules, scoring systems, and bookings. Gully cricket is informal, played in open streets with flexible, improvised rules.
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Gor Mahia move closer to SportPesa League title after beating Murang’a SEAL to go 4 points clear
Gor Mahia moved a step closer to reclaiming the SportPesa League title after convincingly beating Murang’a SEAL 1-3 on Sunday afternoon at Nyayo National Stadium, stretching their lead in the title race back to four points against rivals AFC Leopards with two matches remaining.
The win moves the League leaders to 68 points, keeping them firmly in the driving seat for the championship and leaving them just one win away from securing the title.
For MSEAL, the home defeat leaves them frozen on 41 points, keeping them mid-table but denting their ambitions of securing a top-half finish as the season reaches its climax.
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The match sparked into life in the 18th minute when Gor Mahia opened the scoring from a perfectly weighted pass by Shariff Musa, he ensuing melee found Samuel Kapen, who wasted no time dribbling past goalkeeper Boniface Ngamau to slot home the opener.
The host responded almost immediately with an attack of their own, and exactly 18 minutes later, they found the equalizer. A long ball from goalkeeper Ngamau found its way into the danger zone within seconds, where Lucas Maina flicked it on to Joe Waithira, who fired home to send the teams into the break level.
The second half proved to be a more tactical affair, but the visitors reclaimed the lead in the 52nd minute. A long throw-in by Samuel Kapen was flicked over by Frank Odhiambo and miscued by Ben Stanley Omondi, falling kindly for Shariff Musa on the right, who made no mistake in slotting home.
SEAL moved in swiftly and thought they had a second equalizer just minutes later after a wonderful, grass cutting free-kick from Waithira, but Bryne Omondi was equal to the task, pulling off a spectacular save to keep Gor ahead.
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The points were safely secured in the 78th minute when Shariff Musa turned provider. Musa ran swiftly down the right flank before delivering a pinpoint pass to substitute Ebenezer Assifuah, who fired home with clinical composure.
In a frantic final few minutes, Murang’a SEAL made one last desperate attempt to claw their way back, but the youngster-heavy frontline ran out of ideas as Gor Mahia’s experience shone through, ensuring the match ended 1-3.
The win maintains Gor Mahia’s dominance over Murang’a SEAL this season, and they will head home happier of the two teams, standing on the very cusp of a historic 22nd league title.
Starting Lineups
Murang’a SEAL: Bonface Ngamau, Victor Omulama, Dennis Munyovi, Prince Musebe, Paul Ngugi, United Telvin Maina, Washington Owen, Joe Irungu, Lucas Maina, Michael Macharia, Victor Haki.
Gor Mahia: Bryne Omondi, Paul Ochuoga, Bryton Onyona, Mike Kibwage, Frank Odhiambo, Alpha Onyango, Ben Stanley, Lawrence Juma, Shariff Musa, Patrick Essombe, Samuel Kapen.
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A Private Blog Network (PBN) is a collection of websites that are controlled by a single individual or organization and used primarily to build backlinks to a “money site” in order to influence its ranking in search engines such as Google. The core idea behind a PBN is based on the importance of backlinks in Google’s ranking algorithm. Since Google views backlinks as signals of authority and trust, some website owners attempt to artificially create these signals through a controlled network of sites.
In a typical PBN setup, the owner acquires expired or aged domains that already have existing authority, backlinks, and history. These domains are rebuilt with new content and hosted separately, often using different IP addresses, hosting providers, themes, and ownership details to make them appear unrelated. Within the content published on these sites, links are strategically placed that point to the main website the owner wants to rank higher. By doing this, the owner attempts to pass link equity (also known as “link juice”) from the PBN sites to the target website.
The purpose of a PBN is to give the impression that the target website is naturally earning links from multiple independent sources. If done effectively, this can temporarily improve keyword rankings, increase organic visibility, and drive more traffic from search results.