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Rohit skips white-ball leg of SA tour but could still lead in World T20
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Rohit skips white-ball leg of SA tour but could still lead in World T20

New Delhi, December 01, 2023.Rohit Sharma's request to the BCCI for a break from white-ball cricket in South Africa despite being offered T20 captaincy has been accepted, while Jasprit Bumrah has been named his deputy for the two Tests starting December 26.Virat Kohli's request for a break from limited-overs games too has been accepted as Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul will lead the national team in T20Is and ODIs respectively.
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IPL media rights value can touch USD 50 billion: Chairman Arun Dhumal
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IPL media rights value can touch USD 50 billion: Chairman Arun Dhumal

Bengaluru, December 01, 2023.IPL chairman Arun Dhumal believes that the media rights value of the league has the potential to touch a staggering USD 50 billion over the next two decades, provided it keeps innovating and improvising with fans' interests in mind. The current media rights value of the league stands at USD 6.2 billion (approx Rs 48000 crore) for a five-year period starting from 2022.Even by this estimate, IPL is the second-most high-valued league after the National Football League (NFL), as the American sporting entity struck a USD 110 billion media deal for an 11-year period starting from last year."If I have to see how it has gone over the last 15 years and if I have to go by estimates going forward, we are expecting media rights (of the IPL) to go somewhere clos...
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TIGER WOODS LEADS THE WORLD’S ELITE AT THE 2023 HERO WORLD CHALLENGE
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TIGER WOODS LEADS THE WORLD’S ELITE AT THE 2023 HERO WORLD CHALLENGE

ALBANY, November 30, 2023.Tiger Woods teed off in his first semi-competitive round at the Pro-Am ahead of the 2023 Hero World Challenge at Albany in the Bahamas. The field of 20  elite stars includes World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who wants to end his run of two successive second places behind the Norwegian star, Viktor Hovland, who bids to become the first player to win the Hero World Challenge three times in a row.Woods returns to action for the first time since he withdrew after the second round of the Masters in Augusta this April.Playing without a limp, that has often been seen in Woods’ walk, the 15-time Major winning legend, played his Pro-Am round with Dr. Pawan Munjal, the Executive Chairman of Hero MotoCorp. It was clearly a moment to cherish as Woods plagued by ...
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Tiger Woods and Dr Pawan Munjal with the VIDA V1 at the Hero World Challenge 2023
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Tiger Woods and Dr Pawan Munjal with the VIDA V1 at the Hero World Challenge 2023

New Delhi, November 29, 2023.A hectic season may be nearing its end, but some major events are happening this week at the Hero World Challenge.Tiger Woods will swing a club in a competitive round for the first time since pulling out of the third round at the Augusta Masters. And the purse for this elite event, which has been US$3.5 million since 2014, when Hero took over the sponsorship, has been enhanced to a healthy US$4.5 million and is slated to go further up to US$5 million next year, said Dr Pawan Munjal, Executive Chairman of the Hero MotoCorp.
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ExxonMobil elevates India’s motorsports scene by powering first F4 Championship and Season 2 of Indian Racing League
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ExxonMobil elevates India’s motorsports scene by powering first F4 Championship and Season 2 of Indian Racing League

Bengaluru, November, 2023.ExxonMobil is elevating India’s fast-growing motorsports sector by powering the Indian Racing Festival this year, which features the first-ever F4 Indian Championship in the country and the second season of the Indian Racing League (IRL), being held at Chennai’s Madras International Circuit (MIC) and the new Formula Racing Circuit (FCR).This year will also mark another first in India and South Asia – an exciting calendar of night races at the FCR, located around the Island Grounds in the heart of the city.This is part of ExxonMobil’s second consecutive year of partnership with Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd (RPPL), underpinned by its commitment to elevate the popularity and reach of motorsports in the country and make it more affordable for all passionate r...
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India will be serious challenger for 2024 T20 World Cup title: Ravi Shastri
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India will be serious challenger for 2024 T20 World Cup title: Ravi Shastri

Mumbai, November 28, 2023.Former head coach Ravi Shastri firmly believes that India will be a "serious challenger" in the next year's T20 World Cup due to a strong nucleus in the shortest format but reminded that rising to the occasion in knockout games is a must to emerge triumphant.It has been more than a week since Australia trumped India, in what turned out to be a one-sided final in Ahmedabad, with the country's cricket fraternity still reeling with the outcome, given that the hosts had a 10-match unbeaten run going into the title clash.Shastri said India have found a nucleus of young players ahead of next year's T20 World Cup, to be played in the Caribbean and the USA from June 4 next year.
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Minnows Tripura shock defending champions Saurashtra: Vijay Hazare Trophy
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Minnows Tripura shock defending champions Saurashtra: Vijay Hazare Trophy

Bengaluru, November 28, 2023.Experienced Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara's presence did not help Saurashtra as a gritty Tripura humbled the defending champions by 148 runs in their Group A match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy here on Monday.Fifties by Bikram Kumar Das (59 off 76 balls), Sudip Chatterjee (61 off 93 balls) and Ganesh Satish (71 off 74 balls) fuelled Tripura to a challenging 258 for 8.
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Gujarat Titans appoint Shubman as captain
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Gujarat Titans appoint Shubman as captain

New Delhi, November 27, 2023.Gujarat Titans on Monday appointed Shubman Gill as their captain for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following Hardik Pandya's decision to move back to Mumbai Indians.The Gujarat Titans will receive Rs 15 crore from MI for the all-cash trade deal apart from a hefty undisclosed transfer fee, a part of which will also go to the cricketer.
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Rajasthan Royals extend title sponsorship deal with Luminous ahead of IPL 2024
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Rajasthan Royals extend title sponsorship deal with Luminous ahead of IPL 2024

Mumbai, November 24, 2023.Rajasthan Royals on Friday announced the extension of their title sponsorship deal with Luminous Power Technologies for the next two seasons.The logo of the title sponsors Luminous will continue to be displayed in front of the Rajasthan Royals’ jersey for the upcoming IPL season as well as on the training kits.“The two brands are also joining forces for a cause to encourage participation in sustainability initiatives in Rajasthan for driving significant community impact,” the franchise said.
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India beat Australia by 2 wickets in first T20I
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India beat Australia by 2 wickets in first T20I

Visakhapatnam, November 24, 2023.Suryakumar Yadav led from the front in the company of Ishan Kishan to hand an inexperienced India a thrilling two- wicket victory over Australia in the first T20 International of the five-match series here on Thursday.Chasing a mammoth 209-run target, Surya scored 80 off 42 balls, while Kishan made 58 off 39 balls to take India home in the final ball. Towards the end, Rinku Singh (22 not out off 14 balls) delivered the finishing touches with a six to take India home.
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Hero WPGT: Sneha, Neha in a tight battle despite rainy start
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Hero WPGT: Sneha, Neha in a tight battle despite rainy start

Chennai, November 2023.Incessant rains failed to dampen the spirits of Sneha Singh and Neha Tripathi in the first round of the 16th Leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour with the two tied for the top spot along with Khushi Khanijau at even par 35 here on Wednesday.The weather forced the organisers to cut the first round to nine holes at the TNGF Cosmo Club.Sneha needs to ensure that she finishes ahead of Neha or does not allow her rival to make Rs. 27,792 more than her, to take the Order of Merit title.
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Inaugural Khelo India Para Games to be held in Delhi from December 10-17
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Inaugural Khelo India Para Games to be held in Delhi from December 10-17

New Delhi, November 23, 2023.The inaugural Khelo India Para Games will be held in Delhi from December 10-17 with over 1350 athletes from 32 states and Union Territories competing in seven disciplines.Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said the event will be a "game-changer" for para-sports in the country.“I am proud to announce that from December 10 to 17, the first-ever Khelo India Para Games will be held in various locations across New Delhi. A total of 7 disciplines will be held across three SAI (Sports Authority of India) Stadiums,
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National squash: Abhay Singh, Tanvi Khanna in final
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National squash: Abhay Singh, Tanvi Khanna in final

Chennai, November 23, 2023. Asian Games gold medallist Abhay Singh defeated Suraj Chand in straight games to set up a title clash with Velavan Senthilkumar in the National Squash Championships here on Wednesday.Abhay, winner of men's team gold and mixed doubles bronze in Hangzhou, crushed Suraj 11-6, 11-2, 11-3, while Senthilkumar eased past stalwart Harinder Pal Singh Sandhu 11-7, 11-7, 11-8.Top seed Tanvi Khanna, who was part of the women's team that won bronze at the Hangzhou Asian Games, also advanced to the final with a comfortable 11-1, 11-5, 11-8 win over Rathika Suthanthira Seelan.
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PM Modi lauds Indian para archery team for triumph at Asian event
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PM Modi lauds Indian para archery team for triumph at Asian event

New Delhi, November 23, 2023.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded the Indian contingent's top finish at the Asian Para Archery Championships as historic, and said they have etched their names in history books."The contingent shines bright with their best ever performance at the Championships with a total of 9 Medals, including 4 Gold Medals as well. Compliments to each and every athlete for their contribution. May they keep making us proud always."A historic triumph at Para Asian Archery Championships in Bangkok! Congratulations to the phenomenal Indian Para Archery team for their splendid performance, etching their names in the history books," he said.
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New Format, New Beginnings: India’s young T20 stars face first real test vs Australia
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New Format, New Beginnings: India’s young T20 stars face first real test vs Australia

New Delhi, November 22,2023.Suryakumar Yadav will have to suppress the massive disappointment of a World Cup final defeat somewhere in the deeper confines of his heart while leading a sprightly bunch of 'Gen-Next' stars against a strong Australian side in a five-match T20 International series, starting here on Thursday.The scars of defeat are too deep and it would take time for those wounds to heal.With just around 96 hours of turnaround time from World Cup to the next series, it hardly leaves 'SKY' with any chance of introspection as he gets ready to play his favourite format.
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Tendulkar to flag off Hyderabad Half Marathon on Sunday
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Tendulkar to flag off Hyderabad Half Marathon on Sunday

Hyderabad, November 03, 2023.Cricket great Sachin Tendulkar will flag off the Hyderabad Half Marathon here on Sunday.Close to 8,000 enthusiastic runners will gather at the Gachibowli Stadium at the break of dawn, underlining the running culture that is sweeping across the country.Organised by NEB Sports, the event boasts three categories -- the Half Marathon (21.1k), Timed 10K and the 5K Fun Run
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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan leads the ‘Run for Unity’ on Rastriya Ekta Diwas
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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan leads the ‘Run for Unity’ on Rastriya Ekta Diwas

Cuttack, October 31st, 2023.Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhanlead the‘Run for Unity’ from the statue of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose today at College Square, Cuttack, Odishaon the occasion of the 148thbirth anniversary of former Deputy Prime Minister of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.Around 4000 peopleparticipated with zeal and enthusiasmin the 2 kilometer long run at 6:45amtoday to honor his visionary leadership.Under the guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Run for Unity was being conducted in diverse cities. The run aims to instill a feeling of pride and respect among the youth belonging to diverse religious and cultural backgrounds for becoming a part of the nation building initiative. His rem...
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Team Optum in partnership with Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation (ABBF) promotes disability inclusion at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
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Team Optum in partnership with Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation (ABBF) promotes disability inclusion at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon

New Delhi, October, 2023.Optum, a leading health solution and care delivery organization, part of UnitedHealth Group, a Fortune 5 company, teamed up with Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation (ABBF), a not-for-profit organization, in solidarity and support for disability inclusion, at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2023.This partnership was formed with a common goal of leveraging the medium of sports to spread awareness, break misconceptions, and provide visibility for persons with disability and special needs.As a part of this collaboration, 50 Optum team members ran as allies with 50 persons with disabilities,to complete the 4.5 km run at the Delhi marathon on Sunday, October 15, 2023.Speaking of this collaboration, Uma Ratnam Krishnan, Managing Director - India, Optum G...
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Fun88 offers Exclusive Betting Offers for India vs. Pakistan World Cup Match
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Fun88 offers Exclusive Betting Offers for India vs. Pakistan World Cup Match

Hyderabad, October 13, 2023.Cricket enthusiasts and sports betting enthusiasts, prepare to be enthralled by a wave of thrilling betting offers as the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan approaches. In celebration of this iconic rivalry, Fun88, a prominent name in online betting, proudly presents an array of irresistible promotions crafted to elevate the cricket betting experience.Key Betting Offers:Up to 100% Bonus on Deposits: Cricket fans can amplify their betting potential with a generous bonus on deposits. This opportunity allows for enhanced wagering capabilities and the potential for victorious bets during this epic showdown.AVIATOR Free Bets with World Cup Wagers: Dive into the world of AVIATOR to acquire free bets and enhance the gaming adv...
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18th C.L. Jaipuria Memorial Inter-School Sports Competition-2023 Closing ceremony
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18th C.L. Jaipuria Memorial Inter-School Sports Competition-2023 Closing ceremony

Jaipur, October 12, 2023.The four-day. The grand closing ceremony of ‘18th C.L Jaipuria Memorial Inter-School Sports Competition-2023 was organized. This inter-school sports competition was started in the year 2006 by Mr. Ravi Jaipuria along with his father Mr. C.L. It was done in his honor in front of Jaipuria ji.Presently, in this sports competition organized under the leadership of the school's Pro Vice Chairperson Ms. Devyani Jaipuria and the school's Director Ms. Aditi Misra, students participated in all the competitions with great enthusiasm and enthusiasm. The closing ceremony of this sports competition started with a song presentation by the students.Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Richa Prakash, Principal, DPS Jaipur said, “Today, as the proud Principal of DPS Jaipur, my...
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Thums Up, the official beverage partner of ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup and Shah Rukh Khan  Ignite Belief in Team India’s Victory
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Thums Up, the official beverage partner of ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup and Shah Rukh Khan  Ignite Belief in Team India’s Victory

New Delhi, October,2023.Thums Up, India's home grown beverage brand from The Coca-Cola Company is thrilled to unveil yet another chapter of its association with ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup through the launch of the campaign "Tereandar ka harshaqmitaenge, Toofan hain, Cup to hum hi uthaenge." The campaign showcases the fervent support for Team India with Bollywood Superstar Shah Rukh Khan as theBiggest Fan and'Voice of Belief.'The film will see Shah Rukh Khan in a double role, representing the mind and the heart of every fan, with the heart ultimately winning over the mind, in its unequivocal support for Team India.Recognizing that cricket isn't merely a game but an integral part of India's culture, Thums Up has steadfastly stood alongside every cricket fan on this incredible jo...
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Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur felicitates Asian Games Medalists from Shooting, Sailing, Wushu, Tennis and  gives away cash prizes
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Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur felicitates Asian Games Medalists from Shooting, Sailing, Wushu, Tennis and  gives away cash prizes

New Delhi, October 2023.Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur felicitated the returning athletes from the Asian Games 2022 Shooting, Sailing, Wushu and Tennis contingent at an event in New Delhi today.Speaking at the event, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur congratulated the athletes on their outstanding performances at the Asian Games. He said that their achievements have made the country proud. He also assured the athletes that the government is committed to providing them with all the support they need to excel in their chosen sport. "I extend my best wishes to all the players and I am sure when the finals (of Asian Games) will be conducted, players from India will be there with more number of medals. Soon Paris Olympics will be held and all eyes are on it. PM Modi has always encoura...
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PM Modi hails Indian medallists at Asian Games
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PM Modi hails Indian medallists at Asian Games

New Delhi, October 03, 2023.Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India's Asian Games medallists and hailed the performance of Parul Chaudhary and Ancy Sojan Edappilly who won silver medals in 3,000m steeplechase and long jump events respectively.He also lauded the performance of the country's speed skaters who dazzled with two surprise bronze medals in men's and women's 3,000m team relay events.India's Parul Chaudhary and Priti secured silver and bronze medals respectively in the women's 3000m steeplechase, unheralded Ancy Sojan Edappilly made a grand entry on the big stage with a long jump silver, while the 4x400m mixed relay team got a fortuitous upgrade to second spot due to 'lane infringement' on an eventful day at the Asian Games on Monday.
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