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A copy of George Suppiah’s memoir ‘Beyond the Whistle’ was presented to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam by Suppiah’s grandson JK Saravana (left), daughter Shamini Suppiah (second from right), and daughter-in-law Whoy Chong.

Remembering George Suppiah Beyond the Whistle: The Untold Story Of Singapore’s Football Legend

Recalling her father, the late Govindasamy Suppiah, Shamini Suppiah talked of a man who was an educator by profession and a footballer by pure passion.

The Singapore players with coach Muralidharan Govindarajan.

Singapore Boys Ready for Cricket Challenge

P.V.Sindhu of India in action during her Women's Single match against Wang Zhi Yi of China at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, India, 20 August 2026.

Wang Downs Sindhu to Break Indian Hearts at Badminton

Tanvi Sharma with coach Park Tae-sang after her Taipei Open win.

Park’s Methods Give Indian Women’s Badminton a Winning Edge

Manav Suthar showing the ball on August 19 after taking six wickets against Sri Lanka.

Manav Suthar Emerging as India’s New Match-Winner

India’s legendary 1983 Cricket World Cup-winning squad gathered in Singapore for the ’83 Legends Tour from August 7 to 9, 2026. Organised by the Mariners Cricket Club Singapore. Led by captain Kapil Dev, the gathering featured stalwarts like Sunil Gavaskar, Mohinder Amarnath, Dilip Vengsarkar, Krishnamachari Srikkanth, Roger Binny, Syed Kirmani, Sandeep Patil, Kirti Azad, Madan Lal, Balwinder Sandhu, and Sunil Valson.

India’s 1983 Cricket World Cup-Winning Squad Still Winning Hearts in S’pore

The Lions singing the National Anthem during the ASEAN Championship Group A match against Indonesia at the Jalan Besar Stadium on Aug 7

Lions to Face Seven-Time Champions Thailand in ASEAN Championship Semi-Finals

Sindhu Nair during a Spirit Series netball match between Fiji and Singapore on July 8, 2026 in Sydney, Australia.

From Rehab to Championship: National Netballer Returns to Court After Injury

Shanti Pereira clocked a season’s best of 22.81 seconds in the 200m semi-finals.

A Roundup of the Commonwealth Games 2026

Minister for Law Edwin Tong (centre) playing as part of the Parliament team against Singapore’s legendary 1993 ‘Dream Team’ at Singapore Indian Association’s fifth annual National Day Sports Fiesta.

SGIA Launches Youth Wing at Annual National Day Sports Fiesta

Unlike traditional cricket, box cricket is played in a compact enclosed arena using a soft tennis-style ball, making it safer and far more accessible.

Singapore to Launch First IPL-Style Box Cricket League with 10 Community Franchises

Shanti finished third in her semi-final and eighth out of 24 overall.

Shanti Pereira Becomes 1st Singaporean to Qualify for Commonwealth Games 200m Final

Former national cricketer and coach Arjun Menon (left) conducting a cricket awareness course in Malawi on May 5, 2021. Those wishing to support the initiative can donate via give.asia/arjun-menon-legacy.

Sporting Community Unites to Honour Arjun Menon with Legacy Weekend

S. Rajagopal and wife Melody at the Ceylon Sports Club in July 2024.

The Final Assist for The Camel

The 10-team competition has consistently attracted cricket’s leading players.

IPL’s Value jumps Above US$20 billion – Report

Nicknamed “The Camel” for his stamina and galloping runs down the flanks, the 1977 Malaysia Cup winner also consistently confounded defenders and goalkeepers with his banana kicks from corners and set pieces.

Struggling Ex-Lion S. Rajagopal Gets Help From Football Fraternity with a Tribute Concert

Orange Valley’s Walking Football team playing at the 2026 15M Health Games at NHG Healthiverse, on 30 May where they won Gold, Silver and Bronze medals. 

Golden Goals by Silver Boots

Argentina's midfielder Leandro Paredes clashes with Spain's midfielder Gavi during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina.

Op-Ed: Can I Be a Referee?

Then England's manager Kevin Keegan poses with with a giant England Shirt which will be used by the fans

Former England Captain and Manager Kevin Keegan Dies, Aged 75

Princess Sofia of Spain lifts the trophy while Princess Leonor and Lamine Yamal of Spain watch at the award ceremony

Spain Win Second World Cup After 1-0 Extra-time Victory Over Defending Champs Argentina

Former SAFFC player Therdsak Chaiman (left) receiving The Straits Times–Tiger Beer Player of the Month award from Jeffrey Low.

Op-ed: A Wild Spirit Called Jeff Low

Desire Doue of France is consoled by Pau Cubarsi of Spain after the team's 0-2 defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match

Dominant Spain Beat France 2-0 to Reach World Cup Final

Jeffrey Low was the man everyone turned to football news

Man Who Coined Kallang Roar: Former ST Sports Journalist Jeffrey Low Dies at 79

The Mariners Cricket Club (MCC) will host The ‘83 Legends Tour of Singapore from Aug 7 to 9, marking the first time members of India’s historic World Cup-winning squad are coming together for such a reunion in South-East Asia.

1983 World Cup Heroes to Reunite in Singapore for Landmark Legends Tour

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