Saravanan first Indian sailor to qualify for consecutive Olympics
Asian Games bronze medallist Vishnu Saravanan has become the first Indian sailor to qualify for successive Olympics. The 24-year-old secured his berth for the Paris Games at the ILCA-7 World Championship, finishing 26th out of 152 participants. This achievement is a significant milestone for Indian sailing and a breakthrough for the sport in the country.from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/zUFsEYr
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Star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, sidelined due to injury, will be stationed at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) as his temporary 'home for the next few days.' This comes after his exclusion from the second Test against England.
Following their shocking 28-run loss to England in the opening Test in Hyderabad, India has fallen to fifth place in the World Test Championship rankings, behind Bangladesh.
India seamer Deepak Chahar is preparing for a comeback after a challenging personal phase, which sidelined him for a few assignments. Chahar is set to compete in the T20 World Cup, jointly hosted by the US and West Indies, later this year. He missed India's tour of South Africa and home T20Is against Afghanistan due to his father's brain stroke, which he has recovered from. Chahar emphasizes that his father comes first and that his achievements are due to him.
The discussion in a 'Channel 7' segment traced its origins to the 2009 Australia vs West Indies Test in Perth, where Roach subjected Ponting to a relentless series of bouncers. That memorable spell ultimately contributed to Roach securing an Indian Premier League (IPL) contract shortly thereafter.
Sania Mirza receives support after ex-husband Shoaib Malik reveals his marriage to TV actor and model Sana Javed. Social media users criticize Malik and Sana for breaking up their marriages. Malik and Sana had an affair for three years while married to other people, causing their divorces.
India skipper Rohit Sharma had a surprise visit by a Virat Kohli fan on the opening day of the first Test against England in Hyderabad. The incident took place during the India innings, when a pitch invader rushed to the middle after breaching security and was seen shaking hands and touching the feet of the India skipper.
India's young turks would be aiming for a more proactive approach while batting when they take on Ireland in their second group match of the ICC U-19 World Cup in Bloemfontein on Thursday.
KL Rahul, the prominent wicketkeeper-batsman from India, predominantly takes on the role of an opener for his Indian Premier League (IPL) team, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). However, Aakash Chopra, former Indian opener, emphasized on Monday that the 31-year-old should consider batting at number four to enhance his prospects for participating in the crucial T20 World Cup. The forthcoming ICC T20 World Cup is set to be held from June 4 to 30, with joint hosting by the West Indies and the United States.
Tomek Berkieta, a Polish teenager, made a remarkable serve at the Australian Open Junior Championships, delivering the fastest serve of the tournament. Despite his speed, his opponent managed to return the ball, winning the point two shots later. Berkieta then secured a 7-6(1), 3-6, 6-2 victory over Kohlmann de Freitas in the Boys Championship.
Ayodhya, the sacred city of temples, witnessed a momentous occasion on Monday with the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the recently built temple. Amidst lavish celebrations and profound religious enthusiasm, the country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi actively participated in the rituals, contributing to a moment of great significance in India's cultural and spiritual history.
Even in the present day, it remains challenging to envision a fast bowler achieving the milestone of 700 Test wickets. However, England's seasoned 41-year-old pacer, James Anderson, is just 10 wickets away from this impressive feat. He aims to reach this milestone during the five-Test series in India, having arrived with a subtle adjustment to his game. The first match of the five-Test series begins on January 25 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
The India vs England Test series begins in Hyderabad on January 25. Former cricketers Zaheer Khan, Pragyan Ojha, and Parthiv Patel discuss the Bazball strategy and its effectiveness against India's spinners. Ojha questions England's backup plans, while Patel believes India will aim for a 5-0 victory to improve their position in the World Test Championship table. India have emerged victorious in 16 consecutive Test series at home ever since they lost 1-2 to England in 2012.
India's T20I series against Afghanistan saw Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to the format after a year, aiming to be part of the squad for the T20 World Cup 2024. Kohli scored fewer runs but showed commendable intent, leaving an impression on Sharma. Rohit emphasized the importance of clarity in player roles and expressed satisfaction with Kohli's aggressive intent, despite facing an early dismissal.
In the One World-One Family T20 exhibition match at Sai Krishnan Cricket Stadium in Muddenahalli, Karnataka, Sachin Tendulkar faced off against the former Sri Lankan spin maestro. Tendulkar had amassed 27 runs off 16 balls before Muttiah Muralitharan entered the attack. However, the seasoned spinner shattered the hopes of the crowd by dismissing Tendulkar on the very first ball he bowled. This encounter added another chapter to the historical battles between the batting legend Tendulkar and the off-spin maestro Muralitharan.
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Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen will have a new coach after the Paris Olympics, according to his mentor and former coach Vimal Kumar. Kumar has taken over coaching responsibilities until the Summer Games, as Lakshya Sen parted ways with Anup Sridhar. Sridhar was hired for the Paris Olympics, but Lakshya wanted to explore different coaching approaches. The decision was made due to Sen's desire to try out different approaches.
Murray's defeat to Argentine Tomas Martin Etcheverry deprived fans of a potential third-round clash with defending champion Novak Djokovic. The 36-year-old, who has suggested he may be playing his final season, put up stiff resistance in a 61-minute first set, but the 30th seed slowly ground him down to win 6-4, 6-2, 6-2.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has denied a fake video promoting a gaming application that promises easy money. He clarified that the video is fake and expressed concern about technology misuse. Tendulkar, a renowned cricketer, posted a message on his social media urging people to report such misleading content. The video features Tendulkar discussing the benefits of the gaming application and suggesting his daughter uses it.
India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faltered at the finishing line to end their dream run at the Malaysia Open Super 1000 with a narrow loss in the men's doubles final against world No. 1 Chinese Liang Wei keng and Wang Chang in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.
The rise of T20 cricket has posed a threat to the survival of Test cricket, and according to Australian cricket legend Ian Chappell, another detrimental factor is the "abysmal pace of play." "The pace of play in Test cricket is abysmal. It's slowing every day and nothing is being done to improve matters. On the one hand Ben Stokes genuinely strives to improve the entertainment quotient of Test cricket but he's being undermined by the administrators' lack of initiative," Chappell said.
Amir Hussain Lone, a 34-year-old differently-abled cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir, thanked legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar for praising him and expressed the desire to meet the batting maestro.
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Shivam Dube marked his impactful comeback to the Indian cricket team, delivering a commanding performance with a match-winning 60 off 40 balls against Afghanistan in the initial T20I. Dube attributed the positive shift in his attitude and approach to the iconic MS Dhoni. His impressive fifty played a pivotal role in India's comfortable six-wicket victory on Thursday, ultimately earning Dube the well-deserved Player of the Match award. Dube also found shades of Dhoni in the way Rohit Sharma captained the side, and allowed him the space to perform.
Sumit Nagal secured a convincing victory over Australian wild card Edward Winter, with a score of 6-3, 6-2, in a match that lasted one hour and four minutes at the KIA Arena on Thursday. Currently ranked 139th in the world in singles, the 26-year-old Indian is set to face Slovakia's Alex Molcan in the final round on Friday. A win in this crucial match would mark Nagal's entry into the main round of a Grand Slam event for the first time since 2021 and his fourth overall.
Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina has praised the inclusion of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the national squad for the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan, despite some opinions suggesting it is a backward step. Raina believes that the experience of Rohit and Kohli, who are set to make 12000 runs in T20 cricket, will be crucial in the challenging wickets at the World Cup venues in the USA and West Indies.
Former South African spinner Imran Tahir has praised Yuzvendra Chahal as one of the best wrist spinners in world cricket, but believes he will need to be patient for his chance due to Kuldeep Yadav's improved white-ball skills. Tahir believes that Chahal's exclusion was not due to poor performance, but rather Kuldeep's exceptional bowling and the combination with Ravindra Jadeja. Chahal, who missed the ODI World Cup, faces tough competition for a spot in the T20 World Cup squad.
Former India chief selector MSK Prasad has expressed his support for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's return to India's T20I squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. Prasad acknowledged the importance of rest given to the duo after the South Africa tour, stating that they needed a break after a mega event like the ODI World Cup. He expressed unwavering confidence in their participation in the T20 World Cup, stating that Virat and Rohit should start playing right from this series.
Australia opener David Warner, who recently retired from Test and ODI cricket, is excited about his upcoming autobiography, which will include details about the 2018 sandpaper-gate incident in Cape Town. David Warner believes the book will captivate readers by focusing on his journey and upbringing, rather than focusing on what others know. He also mentioned the Joe Root saga, which he punched in 2013. The publication date for the autobiography is yet to be announced.