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Bhaichung doesn't hold back as Chhetri makes retirement u-turn: ‘Not good…’
The March FIFA window is of utmost importance to India, and the decision to recall Sunil Chhetri hasn't been well-received by Bhaichung Bhutia.
Updated on Mar 08, 2025 07:11 AM IST
National Sports Day 2024: Directors reveal favourite sports icons for biopics
On National Sports Day, Bollywood directors reveal which sports star's life story they'd like to bring to the big screen.
Published on Aug 29, 2024 02:35 PM IST
Navya Kharbanda
Bhutia says he is resigning from technical committee as AIFF 'bypassed' panel
Bhutia claimed that under normal practice, the technical committee recommends the head coach of the national team.
Published on Jul 20, 2024 10:20 PM IST
PTI |
'Reached finals despite not being best team': Bhaichung Bhutia on England
Bhaichung Bhutia shared his prediction for the Euro 2024 final and also criticised Gareth Southgate's approach with England.
Published on Jul 14, 2024 01:14 PM IST
Neelav Chakravarti
Bhaichung Bhutia's hot Euro take: ‘England’s biggest mistake from Southgate'
Indian football legend Bhaichung Bhutia gave his hot take on England's UEFA Euro 2024 campaign.
Published on Jul 02, 2024 03:07 PM IST
Neelav Chakravarti
‘Not for me’: Bhaichung Bhutia gives up electoral politics after losing 4 polls
Tuesday’s announcement came after Bhaichung Bhutia’s fourth electoral defeat in West Bengal and Sikkim
Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:58 PM IST
AIFF shunts Manoranjan Bhattacharya out of technical committee
Revamped panel has Bihar’s Santosh Singh, the only member with no international experience.
Published on Feb 06, 2024 10:33 PM IST
Asian Cup debacle AIFF’s fault, not players or coaches: Bhutia
India only team in Doha without GPS equipment, head coach Stimac has written in report to federation.
Updated on Jan 30, 2024 09:29 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Bhaichung Bhutia joins Sikkim's ex-CM Pawan Chamling’s party
Bhaichung Bhutia also heaped praise on Pawan Chamling, saying Sikkim needs an experienced leader like him.
Published on Nov 23, 2023 06:00 PM IST
PTI |
Bhaichung appeals sports fraternity to hold charity matches for flood-hit Sikkim
Bhutia said he has joined hands with the Association of Conservation of Tourism (ACT) which will be organising events to raise funds
Published on Oct 08, 2023 05:09 PM IST
Bhaichung Bhutia, lone voice of dissent at AIFF
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia speaks out in executive committee meeting, says his job is to make suggestions
Updated on Jul 05, 2023 08:10 AM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Santosh Trophy's move to Saudi Arabia should be investigated: Bhutia
Former India captain says president and secretary acted on their own to withdraw 2027 Asian Cup bid; AIFF denies charge.
Published on Feb 24, 2023 08:25 PM IST
Bhutia questions AIFF secretary-general Prabhakaran’s appointment
On September 3, Prabhakaran was seen at an event in Mumbai. The Football Delhi website still has Prabhakaran as president but his Twitter profile says he is a former head. On September 6, Prabhakaran had tweeted that it was his last day as head of Delhi’s football unit.
Published on Sep 17, 2022 11:17 AM IST
Bhaichung Bhutia questions minister’s presence on eve of AIFF elections
All but one of the 34 voters were inaccessible on the evening before Friday’s election, says the former India captain
Published on Sep 03, 2022 07:16 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Not possible to keep politics out of any aspect of Indian life: Bhaichung Bhutia
Former India captain reacts after losing 33-1 to Kalyan Chaubey in AIFF elections
Updated on Sep 02, 2022 05:55 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Kalyan Chaubey beats Bhaichung Bhutia to become AIFF's first Player President
The 45-year-old Chaubey, a former goalkeeper with Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, won 33-1 against Bhaichung Bhutia.
Published on Sep 02, 2022 02:40 PM IST
PTI |
Bhaichung Bhutia lashes at Sikkim FA for not backing him in AIFF elections
Bhaichung Bhutia's nomination was proposed and seconded by Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan state associations. He did not get support from his state association.
Published on Aug 29, 2022 01:36 PM IST
PTI | , Gangtok
Bhaichung Bhutia ‘welcomes’ FIFA’s decision to lift ban on AIFF
Bhaichung Bhutia praised FIFA's decision to lift its ban on AIFF and also called for a ‘change’ in Indian football's system.
Published on Aug 27, 2022 01:56 PM IST
Keep AIFF elections free from politics, let football win: Bhaichung
Former India skipper says he can sacrifice his football school if needed
Published on Aug 26, 2022 10:46 PM IST
Avishek Roy, New Delhi
Bhaichung Bhutia, Kalyan Chaubey in AIFF top post contest
Bhaichung Bhutia filed his nomination on Thursday as did former goalkeeper Kalyan Chaubey who, if the turnout at a meeting he attended in New Delhi on Wednesday is any indication, has the backing of most state associations.
Published on Aug 25, 2022 08:51 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Kolkata
Bhaichung Bhutia files fresh nomination for AIFF president's post
The 45-year-old former India captain's nomination was proposed by the Andhra Football Association (AFA) and seconded by the Rajasthan FA.
Published on Aug 25, 2022 03:43 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi
AIFF elections on September 2, nomination to be filed from Thursday
After the Supreme Court terminated the CoA and pushed back AIFF elections by a week, the returning officer Umesh Sinha issued a fresh notice.
Updated on Aug 23, 2022 11:48 AM IST
PTI |
FIFA move extremely harsh but also chance to get house in order: Bhaichung
Bhaichung Bhutia reacted to FIFA's decision to ban India for ‘undue influence from third parties'. India is scheduled to host the U-17 Women's World Cup this year.
Published on Aug 16, 2022 10:47 AM IST
PTI |
Bhaichung Bhutia says CL final result won't impact star's bid for Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid will take on Liverpool in the final of the Champions League on May 29 (12:30 AM IST).
Published on May 26, 2022 01:52 PM IST
Sports ministry doubles number of former athletes in Olympics cell
MOC drives India’s Olympics Preparation through the Target Olympics Podium (TOPS) initiative of the Union ministry of youth affairs and sports.
Updated on Dec 02, 2021 09:15 PM IST
hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools partners with Sports technology company
"We're very confident that structured guidance from experienced coaches and sports professionals can help talented youngsters become future footballers for India," Bhaichung Bhutia said.
Updated on Jul 26, 2021 02:15 PM IST
Euro 2020: Don't know if Southgate can take England all the way, says Bhutia
Former India skipper Bhaichung Bhutia on Tuesday said he does not think that England manager Gareth Southgate has the expertise to take the side all the way in the upcoming Euro 2020.
Updated on Jun 08, 2021 05:03 PM IST
ANI |
Rahul Bheke red card was harsh: Bhaichung Bhutia
Rahul Bheke’s red card in the 17th minute in Thursday’s 0-1 loss at Doha’s Jassim bin Hamad Stadium though was contentious, said Bhaichung Bhutia.
Published on Jun 04, 2021 03:57 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Bhaichung, Renedy inspired me to do social work: Nirmal Chettri
The 30-year-old fullback has founded a club in his locality called FC Melli. Not only does the club plays in tournaments, but it also arranges charities for the needy.
Published on May 10, 2021 09:50 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi
‘Childhood hero’ Maradona inspired me to take up football: Bhutia
Paying his tribute to Maradona, who died at the age of 60 in Buenos Aires on Wednesday night following a cardiac arrest, Bhutia said from young age he always aspired to play like the football legend.
Updated on Nov 26, 2020 08:33 PM IST
Press Trust of India | Press Trust of India