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 U-19 Asia Cup: India vs Pakistan; Pakistan win by 44 runs despite India’s late fightback
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 U-19 Asia Cup: India vs Pakistan; Pakistan win by 44 runs despite India’s late fightback

New Delhi, November 30, 2024.Shahzaib Khan's brilliant 159 at the top of the order headlined Pakistan 44-run win over India in a Group A match of the U-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday.Opting to bat first, Pakistan got the best possible start as the opening pair of Shahzaib and Usman Khan (60) put on 160 runs for the first wicket. Although Usman was dismissed, Shahzaib stayed strong at one end and anchored the innings while wickets continued to fall at the other end. Pakistan managed 281/7. For India, Samarth Nagaraj took three wickets for India. In reply, the eight-time champions were never in the chase as wickets fell at regular intervals. Nikhil Kumar tried to put some resistance with a 67-run knock before the last pair of Yudhajit Guha (27) and Mohamed Enaan (30) dragged the m...
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Shardul Thakur registers joint-worst bowling figures in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy history
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Shardul Thakur registers joint-worst bowling figures in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy history

New Delhi, November 29, 2024.Discarded Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur on Friday has the worst bowling figures in the history of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.Shardul Thakur conceded 69 for 1 in against Kerala, which is the joint expensive over. Shardul joins Ramesh Rahul of Arunachal Pradesh leaked 69 runs against Haryana, a couple of days ago. The previous record was held by Hyderabad’s Pagadala Naidu (1/67) against Mumbai in 2010.Shardul’s performances have declined over the last three seasons. For Chennai Super Kings in the 2024 season in nine games, Shardul just picked up five wickets at an average of 61.80 from nine games. While the economy has not been his greatest strength, nack of picking wickets and breaking crucial partnerships was his forte when he was at the peak of hi...
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Over 300 new sports infra projects worth 3,000 crore approved under Khelo India: Mandaviya
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Over 300 new sports infra projects worth 3,000 crore approved under Khelo India: Mandaviya

New Delhi, November 28, 2024.As many as 323 new sports infrastructure projects wirth Rs. 3073.97 crore have been approved under the Khelo India Scheme, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya informed Rajya Sabha in a written reply on Thursday.The Khelo India National Programme for Development of Sports was launched in 2016-17 with the twin objective of mass participation and promotion of excellence in sports across the country. The scheme was revamped and approved for three years, from 2017-18 to 2019-20 at a financial outlay of Rs. 1756 crore.The scheme received an interim extension for one year up to 2020-21 with a budget of Rs. 328.77 crore and has been revised again and extended for an additional five years, from 2021-22 to 2025-26 at financial outlay of Rs. 3790.50 crore.
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Gavaskar credits Kohli’s stance adjustment for success in Perth
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Gavaskar credits Kohli’s stance adjustment for success in Perth

Perth, November 27, 2024.Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels a subtle adjustment to his batting stance in the second innings of the Perth Test helped Virat Kohli neutralise the Australian attack and rediscover his vintage form.Kohli arrived in Australia after a lean run of form across formats in recent months. His struggles against spin on turning tracks raised doubts about his spot in the team.However, he silenced his detractors by scoring his 30th Test ton in the first Test at Perth. It was his first hundred after the 121 against the West Indies at Port of Spain in July 2023.
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Arjun Deshwal gets Jaipur Pink Panthers back to winning ways
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Arjun Deshwal gets Jaipur Pink Panthers back to winning ways

Jaipur, November 26,2024.Jaipur Pink Panthers delivered a crushing 37-23 defeat on defending champions Puneri Paltan in their Pro Kabaddi League match here on Monday.Once again, it was Arjun Deshwal who led the charge with his 16 points as they completed the double over the Puneri Paltan in season 11.The first 10 minutes were tightly contested as both teams experienced successful and unsuccessful raids, with Akash Shinde for the Puneri Paltan and Neeraj Narwal for the Jaipur Pink Panthers making notable contributions.
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Perth Test-India beat Australia by 295 runs
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Perth Test-India beat Australia by 295 runs

New Delhi, November 25, 2024.India bounced back to the top of the WTC points table standings on Monday after defeating Australia by 295 runs in Perth in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test.After ceding the top spot to Australia following a 0-3 whitewash loss to New Zealand at home earlier this month, India’s ninth win of this cycle helped them leapfrog the Aussies to the top.India’s point percentage (PCT) moved back up into the 60s, to 61.11, as Australia’s corresponding numbers dipped from 62.5 to 57.69, marginally ahead of third-placed Sri Lanka (58.33).India cannot afford another loss in their remaining four games to reach the WTC final on their own terms. With five wins in Australia, India can, at best, finish with 158 points and a points PCT of 69.29.India and Au...
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Rajasthan Royals IPL 2025 Team Squad: Full Players List After Auction
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Rajasthan Royals IPL 2025 Team Squad: Full Players List After Auction

Jaipur, November 24, 2024.Rajasthan Royals (RR), under the guidance of new head coach Rahul Dravid, entered the IPL 2025 auction with a focused approach, having retained a strong core of six players ahead of the season.The inaugural IPL champions in 2008, RR have built a reputation for nurturing young talent and playing fearless cricket. However, consistency has been a challenge, with the team only reaching the final once since their maiden triumph.With INR 41 crore remaining from their total auction purse of INR 120 crore, RR aimed to strategically fill the remaining slots to build a championship-winning squad.Sanju Samson (INR 18 crore), captain and cornerstone of RR’s batting lineup, remains vital to their leadership and batting stability. Showing his stellar form in Australia, Yash...
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IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Rishabh Pant Makes History, Becomes Most Expensive IPL Player Ever At 27 Crore
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IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Rishabh Pant Makes History, Becomes Most Expensive IPL Player Ever At 27 Crore

New Delhi, November 24, 2024.Star India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), being bought by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a massive Rs 27 crores during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction at Jeddah on Sunday.He beat compatriot Shreyas Iyer, who had just become the most expensive player in league's history, going to Punjab Kings (PBKS) for Rs 26.75 crores a few minutes back. He had beat Australia's Mitchell Starc, who marked his return to IPL after years with a record-breaking bid of Rs 24.75 crores.
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India vs Australia Cricket Score, 1st Test: AUS 67/7 vs IND at Stumps, trail by 83 runs in Perth
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India vs Australia Cricket Score, 1st Test: AUS 67/7 vs IND at Stumps, trail by 83 runs in Perth

New Delhi, November 22, 2024.Indian skipper Jasprit Bumrah picked up four wickets to reduce Australia to 67/7 in the first of the five-match Test series at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Friday. Mohammed Siraj too chipped in with a couple of wickets and debutant Harshit Rana scalped the price wicket of Travis Head.Earlier Jasprit Bumrah won the toss and opted to bat first. However, Josh Hazlewood’s immaculate lines and lengths have helped Australia to bundle out India for 150. Rishabh Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy chipped in with cameos for India.Bumrah gets Pat Cummins. It was a length ball and the Australian skipper drove the ball without any foot moment and the ball took the edge straight to the keeper. Australia have now lost seven wickets in a session to put things in perspec...
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Asian Champions Trophy: High-flying Indian hockey team beat China
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Asian Champions Trophy: High-flying Indian hockey team beat China

New Delhi, November 21, 2024.From the build-up to the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir and right through the tournament as well, all the focus around India had been on goal-scoring. Do they have what it takes to convert chances from open play? Can they finally solve their Penalty Corner troubles? But on the night they won their second straight title by beating China 1-0, let’s begin by focussing on the defence.With 12 minutes to go in the first half, and the score still 0-0, China won a Penalty Corner from which Tan Jinzhuang managed to find some space to take a shot on goal. After diving in anticipation of the first shot, India’s goalkeeper Bichu Devi quickly got up and readied herself for Tan’s shot – this is something ’keepers train hard for. The shot on goal was seeming...
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Sindhu registers 20th win against Busanan , cruises to second round of China Masters
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Sindhu registers 20th win against Busanan , cruises to second round of China Masters

New Delhi, November 20, 2024.Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu continued her dominant run against Busanan Ongbamrungphan, defeating the Thai shuttler in straight games to advance to the second round of the China Masters tournament on Wednesday.World number 19 Sindhu dispatched the higher ranked Busanan 21-17 21-19 in 50 minutes in the first round of the Super 750 event.This was Sindhu's 20th win against the world number 11 in 21 meetings.
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Bumrah is ‘Cat burglar’ for Brett Lee, India’s ‘X-factor’ for Head
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Bumrah is ‘Cat burglar’ for Brett Lee, India’s ‘X-factor’ for Head

Perth, November 19, 2024.Dubbed as the bowler "impossible to face" by swashbuckling Australian batter Travis Head and a "cat burglar" by former tearaway pacer Brett Lee, Jasprit Bumrah's reputation precedes him.The India pacer, who is set to captain India in the first Test of the five-match series starting here Friday, has left both past and present Australian players in awe of his skill and threat.Not since the golden era of the West Indies in the 1970s has a touring pace bowler struck fear into the hearts of Australians as much as Bumrah, according to the local media here.
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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Announces ‘Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue’, A Reimagined National Youth Festival 2025
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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Announces ‘Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue’, A Reimagined National Youth Festival 2025

New Delhi, November 19, 2024.In a press conference held in New Delhi today, Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, announced a transformative reimagining of the National Youth Festival (NYF) 2025. Echoing the Prime Minister's vision for heightened youth participation in shaping India's future, the reimagined festival will be called the "Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue." This dynamic platform will empower young Indians to contribute their ideas and perspectives towards fulfilling the vision of Viksit Bharat.Outlining the key objectives of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya said, “The festival aims to identify and nurture young talent, providing them a platform to share their ideas for Viksit Bharat. A majo...
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Omkar Salvi named RCB’s bowling coach
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Omkar Salvi named RCB’s bowling coach

Bengaluru, November 18, 2024.Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday announced the appointment of Omkar Salvi as the IPL franchise's bowling coach, a reward for guiding Mumbai to Ranji Tropy and Irani Trophy titles last season.A well-known name on the domestic circuit, Omkar has in the past worked as assistant coach with Kolkata Knight Riders."Omkar Salvi, current Head Coach of Mumbai, has been appointed as RCB's Bowling Coach," 
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India vs South Africa , 4th T20I: IND beat SA by 135 runs to win series 3-1
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India vs South Africa , 4th T20I: IND beat SA by 135 runs to win series 3-1

New Delhi, November 16, 2024. Arshdeep Singh’s fiery new ball spell helped India to bundle South Africa to 148 runs falling short by 135 runs chasing a mammoth total of 284 runs in the final T20I at The Wanderers in Johannesburg on Friday.Earlier Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and opted to bat first. Centuries from Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma have helped India to get to 283/1 from 20 overs. It is the second ton for both the batters in the series.With the win, India has also won the series 3-1. Since the T20 World Cup win earlier this year in June India is yet to lose a bilateral T20I series. They have beaten Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and now South Africa.
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Haryana’s Anshul Kamboj becomes only third bowler to claim all 10 wickets in Ranji Trophy
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Haryana’s Anshul Kamboj becomes only third bowler to claim all 10 wickets in Ranji Trophy

Haryana, November 15, 2024.Haryana pacer Anshul Kamboj entered the record books on Friday as he became only the third bowler in the history of Ranji Trophy to claim all 10 wickets in an innings.Kamboj, 23, achieved the feat in the home team's Group C game against Kerala at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium on the outskirts of Rohtak.Kamboj ended with incredible figures of 10/49 in 30.1 overs.
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Jaipur Open 2024: Arjun Prasad builds on lead with second round 64
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Jaipur Open 2024: Arjun Prasad builds on lead with second round 64

Jaipur, November 14, 2024.Delhi's Arjun Prasad produced a solid six-under 64 in the second round to extend his lead by three strokes at the Rs 1 crore Jaipur Open being played at the Rambagh Golf Club here on Thursday.Arjun (62-64), the first-round leader by one shot, took his total to 14-under 126, following the commanding round that featured an eagle, five birdies and a bogey.Kshitij Naveed Kaul (64-65), another Delhi golfer and last week's winner, was placed second at 11-under 129 as a result of his 65 on day two that included an eagle, five birdies and two bogeys.
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IND vs SA T20 series: India beat South Africa by 61 runs
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IND vs SA T20 series: India beat South Africa by 61 runs

New Delhi, November 14, 2024.Marco Jansen, all big heart and long limbs during his 17-ball-54, just couldn’t take the Proteast the last few steps, as they went down by 11 runs, falling short of India’s 219/6 at Centurion in the T20 series.There was a flying ant attack and Tilak Varma almost violently landed on his neck -while preventing a boundary, and dived in vain two balls later as the Saffers threatened to overhaul the Indian target with Heinrich Klaasen(41) smacking some mammoth ones. But Varma had done enough with 107(56) when India batted, as his team ultimately prevailed.Varma batted like free-flowing ferocity was his birthright. With 107 off 56, the 22-year-old marched to his maiden ton in T20Is. Neither the fluency of Abhishek Sharma who first pushed the hitti...
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8th Edition of the Golden Eagles Golf Championship with Kapil Dev
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8th Edition of the Golden Eagles Golf Championship with Kapil Dev

Gurugaon, November 13, 2024.The prestigious Vishwa Samudra Golden Eagles Golf Championship is set to return for its much-anticipated 8th edition at the renowned Classic Golf & Country Club in Gurgaon. Known for bringing together elite athletes, celebrities, and corporate leaders, this year’s championship promises an unforgettable experience filled with competitive spirit, luxury, and entertainment.This year, participants will compete for the coveted title while vying for incredible prizes, including a chance to win a BMW XM for the Hole-in-One and a Rolex Oyster Perpetual for the overall champion. Additional rewards such as iPhones, PXG irons, and exclusive gift vouchers add further allure to the competition.Mr. Chinta Sasidhar, Chairman of the...
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The 9th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, world’s most prominent corporate golf tournament, returns to Mumbai on the 8th November 2024
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The 9th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, world’s most prominent corporate golf tournament, returns to Mumbai on the 8th November 2024

Mumbai, November, 2024 Turkish Airlines, flying to more countries than any other airline, arrived in Mumbai at Willingdon Sports Club with the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup on 8th November. Local high-profile figures and members of the business community attended the event.Since its inception in 2013, the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup now brings together over 8,000 players who compete against one another in more than 109 tournaments in 67 countries worldwide.The event at Willingdon Sports Club was the 108th of 109 tournaments in this year’s Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup – with the victors competing in the Grand Finals in Türkiye later this year. From a global total of 109, those that win will go through to the Grand Finals and have the chance to stay & play at Gl...
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People participate in 19th edition of Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2024
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People participate in 19th edition of Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2024

New Delhi, October 2024.Thousands of people participated in the 19th edition of the  Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2024.The marathon, Which Started at Jawaharlal Neharu Stadium, saw around 36, 000 runners  competing  for a total prize purse of  USD 260,000.  “Optum proudly participated in Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, underscoring commitment to fostering a culture of health and wellness among employees.”
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4th National Disability Tournament to play host to 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 states with Svayam championing accessibility in India’s sports
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4th National Disability Tournament to play host to 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 states with Svayam championing accessibility in India’s sports

Udaipur, October 2024.Svayam, a not-for-profit initiative of the Sminu Jindal Charity Trust dedicated to furthering India's accessibility agenda has joined hands with the Disability Cricket Council of India (DCCI) for the 4th National Disability T20 Tournament for the second time. This marks Svayam’s fifth partnership with DCCI to elevate accessibility in sports, reflecting Svayam’s mission to create equal opportunities for people with reduced mobilities across different areas, including sports.The 4th National Disability T20 Tournament is scheduled to take place from (15th - 25th) October 2024, in Udaipur, Rajasthan, and shall witness participation from nearly 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 statess panning 67 matches across five venues - Udaipur's Field Club, BN University Ground,...
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HERO MOTOSPORTS SCRIPTS HISTORY – ROSS BRANCH IS THE NEW FIM WORLD RALLY-RAID CHAMPION!

Mengoub, October 2024.Hero MotoSports Team Rally, the motorsport team of the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters -Hero MotoCorp, today crossed the last finish line of Rallye Du Maroc 2024, and with it, Ross Branch was crowed the new FIM World Rally-Raid Champion. This race was the 5th and final round of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) 2024.Finishing strong with the highestChampionship points, Hero rider Ross - fondly known as the ‘Kalahari Ferrari’ – has showcased some of his career-best performances, since the beginning of the 2024 season.In January, he delivered Hero MotoSports their first-ever Dakar podium, by finishing 2ndoverall at Dakar 2024 – which was also the first round of the W2RC. A month later, the Botswanan finished 2nd in the Cha...
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