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Indonesia Masters: Saina crowned champion as Marin withdraws after injury
Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal was crowned champion of the Indonesia Masters 2019 on Sunday after her opponent Carolina Marin pulled out of the summit clash due to an injury.
Nepal batsman surpasses Tendulkar's record to be youngest half-centurion
Surpassing master blaster Sachin Tendulkar's record, Nepal teenage batsman Rohit Paudel has become the youngest cricketer to score a half-century in international cricket at the age of 16 years and 146 days. Earlier, Tendulkar was holding the record of the youngest half-centurion having played an innings of 59 in a Test against Pakistan aged 16 years and 213 days, ICC reported.Paudel also gets past Pakistan player Shahid Afridi's record of being the youngest batsman to score a half-century in the one-day format. Afridi had played a blistering centurion knock off 37 balls at the age of 16 years and 217 days in his maiden international innings against Sri Lanka.This is not the first time the Nepalese cricketer has set new benchmarks in the game. Earlier, he had come very close to setting a world record when he made his international debut aged 15 years and 335 days in August 2018, making him the fourth-youngest man in history to do so.So far, Paudel has played a total of three one-day ..
Strictly follow discipline for successful sports career: Guv
Jharkhand Governor Droupadi Murmu Sunday advised sportspersons to follow rule and regulations of the game strictly to achieve success in their career. Inaugurating a three-day 13th State-level Archery Championship at Arjuna Stadium in Kharswan, about 55 kms from the steel city of Jamshedpur, in Seraikela-Kharswan district, Murmu said rules and regulations in any field should be maintained strictly to achieve success. She said it was important to identify talent and in which specific field one could excel and then nurture them properly to sharpen their skill. "Jharkhand has plenty of talent in the field of sports and we need to identify those talents and nurture them by providing them proper coaching as well as training," Murmu said while appreciating the organizers of the championship for hosting the event. Lauding former Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda, who is also the working president of Jharkhand Archery Association, and his wife Meera Munda, the president of .
Indonesia's top shuttler Lilyana bids farewell in last international appearance
Indonesia's top mixed doubles female shuttler Lilyana Natsir bid farewell during the final round of the 2019 Indonesia Masters before her last match against the defending champions from China Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong here on Sunday.
Let's talk about singles now, enough of doubles Grand Slam titles: Bhupathi
It's time that India start talking about singles than relishing the doubles Grand Slam titles, says Mahesh Bhupathi, who reckons that the game of tennis, for an exciting future in country, needs at least 10 singles players in top-100. India has produced only four Grand Slam winners but all in doubles. Bhupathi is the second-most successful Indian tennis player with 12 Major trophies. Only Leander Paes (18) has won more. India's Davis Cup captain said even if India win any more doubles Grand Slam title, it won't make much of an impact and what is required is consistent success in the singles main draws at big tournaments. "Do you really want people to win doubles Grand Slams? We have won like 30 of them. I think it's time to start talking about singles. I don't think anybody will get excited if anybody wins anymore doubles Grand Slams," Bhupathi said in an interview with PTI. "Between Leander, Sania, me and Rohan, we have got 30-35 Grand Slams. It's time for people to start winning in .
Born2Run organises its first ever half marathon
With a mission to inspire people to focus on fitness and live a healthy lifestyle, Born2Run hosted it's first ever Born2Run half marathon at JawaharLal Nehru Stadium here on Sunday.
Sarfraz gets four-match ban for racist slur
Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed has been suspended for four matches for his racist outburst against South African all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) last Tuesday.
NZ police issues funny warning regarding men in blue
Highlighting Indian cricket team's domination of the hosts in a unique and amusing way, the Easter District Police of New Zealand has come up with a warning for the citizens. India thrashed New Zealand by eight wickets and 90 runs in the first two ODIs to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. It prompted the Easter District Police to praise the visitors on social media. "Police would like to issue a warning to members of the public about the exploits of a group touring the country at the moment," the post, accompanied by a group picture of the Indian team, on their facebook account read. "Witnesses report seeing this group badly assault an innocent looking bunch of New Zealanders in both Napier and Mt. Maunganui in the last week. Extra care should be taken if you are carrying anything that looks like a cricket bat or ball." The post found a chord with the fans with former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris also sharing a screenshot of the funny warning in his twitter accounts, ..
Khelo India Youth Games: A melting pot of young talent
The established names excelled expectedly but Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) also brought to the forefront a bunch of talented kids, whose success was a testimony that unflagging spirit can overcome adversities. The superiority of Youth Olympic gold medallist weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga, CWG silver medalist shooter Mehuli Ghosh and swimmer Srihari Nataraj was beyond doubt but there were a few like Bavleen Kaur and Deepak Singh, for whom the Games was a big window of opportunity Jammu and Kashmir gymnast Bavleen was star performer for her team, taking home three gold and two silver medals. The 16-year-old had scores of 12.35, 11.25, 13.30 and 11.40 in the ball, ribbon, clubs, and hoop events, respectively. But Bavleen, who aspires to represent India in the next Commonwealth Games, explains how difficult it is for the gymnasts in her place to even find a suitable training space. "I practice in a government stadium where we have a multipurpose hall for gymnastics and badminton. It ...
Thierry Henry sacked as Monaco coach, replaced by Leonardo Jardim
Just three months after his appointment, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has been sacked as the coach of Monaco FC and is replaced by club's former coach Leonardo Jardim.The sacking came after the team's disappointing run under Henry as they won just five wins in all the competitions.Confirming his departure from the club, the French footballer said that he enjoyed his journey with the club and that the team is ready to "go on a winning run and fulfil its full potential"."It is with great sadness that I part company with AS Monaco. Despite the struggles and difficulties that we encountered along my short journey, I have still thoroughly enjoyed my time at this wonderful Club. My ambition and philosophy from the day I joined will always be that the CLUB comes first," official statement of Henry read."I strongly believe in this squad of players and that the team with all the recent new signings is now in a better shape to tackle the second part of the season and to go on a winning run and .
Khelo India gives platform to local-level players: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the recently concluded Khelo India Youth Games, saying it gave a platform to local-level players to "shine globally".
Gurgaon boy wins New South Wales men's Amateur Golf Championship
India's Kartik Sharma added another feather to his cap, winning the New South Wales men's Amateur Golf Championship held at the Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club in Australia. Kartik notched up a magnificent win over Australia's Nathan Barberie in the scheduled 36-hole final to emerge as champion. The Gurgaon golfer has been playing for India since the age of 10 as part of the National Squad. He had been selected to represent Indian Golf Union (IGU) for three events in Australia namely Australian Masters of the Amateur Championship (Jan 8-11), Australian Amateur Championship (Jan 15-20) and NSW Amateur Championship (Jan 21-25). "Starting the year, I had it as one of my goals to win an event internationally. People were asking me if it was achievable and I knew it was because I know what I am capable of. I thought I could win and it feels great to have won this event," Kartik said. Kartik had won the Indian golf union (IGU) western India amateur golf championship 2018, which took ...
AIFF gears up for coach hunt, not looking at high-profile names
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) Sunday said it will launch its hunt for a new national coach in the next few days and would be aiming for a "dynamic personality" with considerable international experience instead of a high-profile name. Stephen Constantine's departure after the heartbreaking group stage exit at the AFC Asian Cup has left the top post vacant. AIFF general secretary Kushal Das said the candidate to replace him has to be well versed in man management, adding the federation will advertise for the coach's post within the first week of February. "The experience of having coached a national team is always important because what you get from that, you won't get elsewhere," Das told PTI. "He has to be good in man management, has to have a vision for Indian football and he should be someone who is ready to take us to the next level. We are just not looking at some big names." India went into the Asian Cup rejecting rumours of a longstanding feud between Constantine and
Focus on Hardik inclusion as India look to seal series
A well-deserved break on the cards, India captain Virat Kohli will be aiming to seal the five-match series when his team square off against a confused New Zealand in the third ODI here Monday. The Indian captain has been given a break as part of BCCI's workload management programme and he would ensure that he finishes his assignment Down Under on a high after the maiden Test and ODI victories in Australia. An unassailable 3-0 lead would be a fitting revenge to India's abject 0-4 humiliation during the 2014 limited overs series. One of the primary focus of Monday's encounter could be inclusion of Indian cricket's latest enfant terrible Hardik Pandya, who is coming back from provisional suspension for his loose talk on a TV chat show. Pandya's presence lends solidity and balance to the side and the skipper has time and again admitted it. The Baroda all rounder's replacement Vijay Shankar is a decent cricketer but is yet to possess the X factor that Pandya has. That Shankar was given ...
Indian cricket's glamorous heroes (Column IANS Insight: Close-In)
Sporting heroes have been glamourized from the ancient Roman times and continue till today. The feats of the famous gladiator, Spartacus or the charioteer Benhur are stories that still rekindle the glory and success that comes through when an individual is seen winning against difficult odds. Arjun, because of his profound skill and accuracy in archery, is still the most glamorous of all in the Mahabharat. Sports brings forth an adulation of a real hero and we marvel at so many that have achieved success in their respective fields.
Sam Bird wins in Santiago, moves to 2nd in Formula E championship
British driver Sam Bird (Virgin) won the GP of Santiago, the third of the season, and climbed to second place of the championship in Formula E, the purely electric racing car contest.
Racing club widen lead in Superliga Argentina title race
Racing Club extended their lead at the top of the Superliga Argentina football standings with a 3-1 away victory over Aldosivi.
Indian women's hockey team lose 2-3 to Spain
Indian women's hockey team put up a spirited fight before losing 2-3 to Spain in their opening match against hosts Spain here. Udita (12th minute) and Gurjit Kaur (48th) scored for India, while Maria Tost (23rd), Lola Reira (39th) and Begona Garcia (40th) sounded the board for Spain on Saturday. India used strong attacking strategy to begin the first quarter on a positive note. The team made the first breakthrough when it managed to earn a penalty corner in the 8th minute but could not convert the shot. However, in the following minutes the forwardline worked together to support experienced Vandana who created a splendid opportunity for compatriot Udita to score in the 12th minute. A reverse pass by Vandana was picked up well by Udita who made no mistake in sending it past the Spanish goalkeeper Maria Ruiz to take a 1-0 lead. In the second quarter, hosts Spain stepped up their game after the initial setback to score an equaliser in the 23rd minute through Maria Tost. While the second .
Olympic champion skier Gisin injures knee in Super-G
Swiss Olympic champion skier Michelle Gisin suffered a knee injury in the World Cup Super-G and may miss the world championships.
Sporting beats Porto in penalty shootout to win Portuguese Cup
Sporting Portugal won the Portuguese League Cup after defeating Porto in a penalty shootout in the final match.