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Women hockey players from rural belts getting advanced training in Odisha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Feb 04 (ANI): Naval Tata Hockey Acedemy in Bhubaneswar is giving wings to talented hockey players from rural belts from India. 25 hockey players from Odisha, Jharkhand, Assam and Punjab are going under rigorous training under supervision of world class coaches. The high performance centre with modern facilities was inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.

5-0 victory against New Zealand a 'huge achievement': Zaheer Khan

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan on Monday said that the 5-0 victory in T20 series against New Zealand is a "huge huge achievement" for the Indian cricket team. He said, "New Zealand is having a really tough time. 5-0 victory is a huge huge achievement. India should maintain that momentum." India whitewashed the Kiwis in the five-match T20 series.

Ind vs NZ: 'Quite disappointing', says Ross Taylor on series whitewash by 'Men in Blue'

Tauranga (New Zealand), Feb 02 (ANI): The 'Men in Blue' secured their first T20I series win and their first whitewash on New Zealand soil on February 02. India won the final of the 5-match T20 series against New Zealand by seven runs in Tauranga. New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor termed the series loss "quite disappointing" for the Kiwi side, saying the way they "put their efforts and in good positions". "I think the whole series been disappointing in a way we have put ourselves in good positions. When you are up against world class side like India," Taylor said in Tauranga.

Ind vs NZ: Loving the challenges thrown at me, says KL Rahul

Tauranga (New Zealand), Feb 02 (ANI): Indian cricketer KL Rahul on February 02 said that he is loving the challenges which are being thrown at him. "Loving the challenges that is been thrown at me and enjoying my cricket," said Rahul who scored an important 45 runs in 33 balls. India won the final of the 5-match T20 series against New Zealand by seven runs in Tauranga. The 'Men in Blue' secured their first T20I series win and their first whitewash on New Zealand soil.

Spectators are all set to watch final match between India, New Zealand in Tauranga

Tauranga (New Zealand), Feb 02 (ANI): Spectators are reaching towards Bay Oval stadium in Tauranga for the final T20 match between India and New Zealand. India has already taken an assailable lead of 4-0 in the series and looking for the 5-0 clean sweep against the Kiwis. Speaking to ANI, a fan said, "So far the result is 4-0 and we are pretty excited to see the thrill live. Good luck India." "India will win the final match also. We are excited to see India win the cup against the Kiwis in their land."

Sachin Tendulkar flags off Kolkata Full Marathon

Kolkata, Feb 02 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar flagged off "Full Marathon" in Kolkata on February 02. The "Full Marathon" was organised by the IDBI Federal Life Insurance. Runners from across the country and city participated in the marathon. Tendulkar flagged off the marathon from the Rangers Ground, Red Road in Kolkata. While speaking to mediapersons, Sachin said, "People are adopting new fitness level and the whole idea is for fit and healthy India."

IND vs NZ 4th T20I: 'Men in Blue' to lock horns with Kiwis at Westpac Stadium

Wellington (New Zealand), Jan 31 (ANI): Team India will lock horns in the fourth match of the five-match T20 series with New Zealand on January 31. The match will be happening at Westpac Stadium in New Zealand's Wellington. Indian supporters arrived at the stadium to cheer their favourite team. India has already won their first three T20 against Kiwis. New Zealand Captain Kane Williamson has been ruled out of today's 4th T20 against India due to a left-shoulder injury. Tim Southee will be the captain.

Pretty disappointing after doing lot of hard work: Kane Williamson on loosing 3rd T20I to India

Hamilton (New Zealand), Jan 29 (ANI): The 'Men in Blue' defeated New Zealand in the third T20 International via Super Over to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson addressed a post match Press conference in Hamilton. While addressing the mediapersons, he hailed Indian cricket team's performance and showed his disappointment on losing the match by saying, "Pretty disappointing to be on the wrong side of the result after doing lot of hard work to get so close."

Ind vs NZ T20I: Rohit Sharma expresses his excitement over playing Super Over for 1st time

Hamilton (New Zealand), Jan 29 (ANI): Indian cricket team player Rohit Sharma addressed the media after winning India Vs New Zealand T20I. He said that this was his first Super Over. He said, "Super Over is always fun. This was my first Super Over, I have always been part but played for the first time. I had no idea how to start whether to take single or go for it. KL Rahul and I decided that we've to swing from the first ball". India won the third T20I match against New Zealand in Super Over.

Sachin Tendulkar terms his coach, brother as 2 important people in life

Mumbai, Jan 29 (ANI): Former cricketer of the Indian cricket team and Bharat Ratna awardee, Sachin Tendulkar, launched 'Tendulkar Middlesex Global Academy' at DY Patil Sports Centre. He launched the academy in Mumbai on January 28. While addressing the media, he said, "The two important people in my life are my brother who was my first coach. I have discussed things related to cricket with him from day one of my career. His contribution has been invaluable." "The second person is my coach Ramakant Achrekar and today I miss him as he has played a huge role in my life in making me who I am today," Sachin added. "Whatever I am today is all because of cricket," former cricketer further stated.

BJP's win in Delhi is certain as people want peace, not anarchy: Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, Jan 28 (ANI): Hitting out at Arvind Kejriwal led-government in the national capital, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said BJP's victory in the ensuing Delhi polls is 'certain as people want peace and not anarchy.' He said, "BJP's victory is certain. People of Delhi want peace, not anarchy. People will give a befitting reply to those who want to create a Shaheen Bagh-like environment in Delhi...Whenever Kejriwal ji wants, the road in Shaheen Bagh will be re-opened."

CM Kejriwal hits out at BJP during roadshow in Delhi

Hamilton (New Zealand), Jan 28 (ANI): Ahead of the third T20I against New Zealand, India batting coach Vikram Rathour on Tuesday said that the team management now knows what the core of the side will be for the upcoming T20 World Cup. He also added that he does not see many changes happening to the squad for the World cup later this year in Australia. "Adjustments will keep on going on. As soon as I am concerned we know what our core will be for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Don't see many changes happening to the World Cup squad," Rathour told reporters ahead of the third T20I. India and New Zealand will take on each other in the third T20I on January 29.

RIP Kobe Bryant: NBA legend killed in helicopter crash

New Delhi, Jan 27 (ANI): One of the NBA's all-time greatest players, Kobe Bryant was killed at age of 41 in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles. His 13-year-old daughter also lost her life along with other 7 onboard. Bryant rocketed to fame as an 18-year-old rookie and played 20 years for the Los Angeles Lakers. He had won five NBA championships. His sudden demise left his fans and friends in utter shock. Basketball communities and his fans paid tribute to him.

Such awards give encouragement to sports: PV Sindhu on named 'Padma Bhushan'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 27 (ANI): The Government of India announced the Padma awards on January 25, a day before Republic Day. Shuttler PV Sindhu has been honoured with the Padma Bhushan award for excellence in the field of sports. She is the only Indian world champion in badminton. While speaking to ANI, PV Sindhu, said, "On evening of January 25, I got to know about my award and I am very much thankful to the ministry, Badminton Association of India (BAI), Sports Authority of India (SAI) and also the government of Andhra Pradesh. It's a very good encouragement to the sports and I am very much thankful." "These kinds of awards give us a lot of encouragement and a lot more," she added. 24-year-old Sindhu is among 16 persons named for the Padma Bhushan, the country's third highest civilian award. She is among the eight sportspersons who were named for the prestigious honour. PV Sindhu had won the Padma Shri award in 2015.

Ecstatic fans throng at Eden Park in Auckland ahead of India, New Zealand match

Auckland (New Zealand), Jan 26 (ANI): Ecstatic cricket fans started gathering outside the Eden Park stadium in Auckland for the second match of five matches T20I series between India and New Zealand on Jan 26. India won by six-wicket in the first T20I match against New Zealand. Fans also chanted "Jeetega bhai jeetega India jeetega". While speaking to ANI, few fans show their excitement for the match. While speaking to ANI, a fan said, "I am expecting India to win again. In the last game they played really well. I am expecting the whole team do well." "After winning the series with Australia, team India is in super confidence. We are looking super exciting match for tonight," another fan told ANI. "We hope India will win today's match also like we did in last game. We are hoping India will win the entire five T20 match," fan expressed his excitement to ANI.

CoA should have kept players rest in mind before finalising schedule: Rajeev Shukla

New Delhi, Jan 24 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on January 24, the former Chairman of Indian Premier League (IPL), Rajeev Shukla spoke about Indian cricket team and their tournament schedule. He said, "I agree with Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli that calendar is too hectic. You need to give rest to players else fatigue will hit them." "One after the other series are being played. Committee of Administrators (CoA) should have kept this in mind before finalising schedule," Rajeev Shukla added.

Less pressure, more fun: Skipper Harmanpreet's strategy ahead of Women's T20 WC

Mumbai, Jan 23 (ANI): Ahead of ICC Women's T20 World Cup in Australia, Indian Women's Cricket Team Captain Harmanpreet Kaur said that her side will try to enjoy the game rather than taking pressure. "The only thing is we have to keep in mind how to handle pressure in the tournaments, we will try to enjoy the match rather than taking more pressure on us," Harmanpreet said.

Hockey Pro League 2020: India beats Netherlands in shootout by 3-1

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Jan 19 (ANI): India beat Netherlands in Shootout by 3-1 after play in regular time ended in 3-3 draw in the second game of the Hockey Pro League 2020 on January 19. While addressing a press conference after the match, Indian Hockey Player Rupinder Pal Singh said,"Today, we started with very unsatisfactory game and therefore, missed several chances of goals but we knew that we will get opportunity later and we knew that we will have to do our best to defend".

Sania Mirza wins Hobart International tournament

New Delhi, Jan 18(ANI): Tenis star Sania Mirza along with Nadia Kichenok on Jan 18 won the Hobart International tournament and staged a winning comeback on the tennis court. The duo defeated Zhang Shuai and Peng Shuai of China 6-4, 6-4 in the finals. Sania last played at China Open in Oct 2017.

India sweat it out for comeback against Australia

Rajkot (Gujarat), Jan 16 (ANI): Team India was seen practicing in full spirit for second ODI against Australia in Rajkot. Team requires win in 2nd ODI to stay in series after setback in 1st ODI. Australia registered a comfortable victory with 10 wickets at Wankhede Stadium. 2nd ODI will be played on January 17.