Category: Sports

Asia Cup 2024: India Captain Harmanpreet Kaur Lauds ‘Fearless Cricket’ After Win Over Pakistan

Manish Kumar

Dambulla: India triumphed over Pakistan in their opening match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 with a commanding seven-wicket victory on Friday, July 19. Chasing a modest target of 109, openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma set the tone with an aggressive start, paving the way for the Women in Blue to secure the win. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur commended her team’s fearless approach, emphasizing the aggressive intent with the bat that led to their success. “Our bowlers and openers made it. The first game is always a pressure game, but…

Kishore Jena: From Near Quitting to Paris Olympics

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Kishore Jena reveals that he wanted to leave javelin Jena will join Neeraj Chopra in the men’s javelin event Kishore Jena reveals how he returned into the fray Kishore Jena, a promising javelin thrower from India, almost gave up his athletic dreams in 2023. A series of disappointing performances led him to doubt his future in the sport. However, with encouragement from his father, Jena pushed through. Now, he is set to compete in the Paris Olympics alongside Neeraj Chopra. The Struggle in 2022 In 2022, Jena couldn’t break the…

Amit Mishra Opens Up About His Unique Relationships with Kohli and Rohit

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Veteran Indian bowler Amit Mishra has shed light on his contrasting relationships with two of India’s cricketing icons, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Despite both players debuting within a year of each other and forming the backbone of the Indian batting lineup over the past decade and a half, Mishra notes significant differences in his connections with them. In a recent interview, Mishra reflected on his bond with Rohit Sharma, describing it as jovial and friendly, dating back to Rohit’s early cricketing days. Their rapport has flourished over the years,…

Gautam Gambhir Appointed as India’s New Head Coach

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In a significant development for Indian cricket, former India batter Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made the announcement on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the national team. Gambhir, a key player in India’s 2011 World Cup-winning squad, has signed a three-year contract, succeeding the legendary Rahul Dravid. His appointment followed a rigorous selection process conducted by the three-member Cricket Advisory Committee, headed by Ashok Malhotra, via Zoom.…

Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana Shine as ICC Players of the Month for June 2024

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In a significant announcement yesterday, July 9, the International Cricket Council (ICC) named Indian pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for June 2024. This accolade follows Bumrah’s exceptional performance in the ICC T20 World Cup, where his remarkable bowling skills played a crucial role in securing India’s victory. Bumrah’s outstanding performance in the T20 World Cup was nothing short of phenomenal. He took an impressive 15 wickets in just 8 matches, earning him the prestigious title of Player of the Tournament. His contributions were…

Women’s T20: India Set to Face South Africa in Series Decider at Chennai

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The Indian Women’s Cricket Team is gearing up to take on South Africa in the third and final T20 match of the series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai this evening. The much-anticipated match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM. South Africa currently leads the series 1-0 after securing a 12-run victory in the first match held at the same venue. The second match was unfortunately called off due to rain, leaving tonight’s game as the series decider. In a video message shared by the official X handle…

India Dominates Zimbabwe with a 100-Run Victory in Second T20 International

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In a thrilling display of cricket, India triumphed over host Zimbabwe by 100 runs in the second T20 International held in Harare. After winning the toss and opting to bat, India posted a formidable total of 234 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Abhishek Sharma emerged as the star of the match, scoring a brilliant century off just 47 balls. He was well supported by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who contributed a solid 77 runs off 47 deliveries. Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani and Wellington Masakadza managed…

Indian Men’s Cricket Team Celebrates T20 World Cup 2024 Victory with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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The Indian men’s cricket team, led by captain Rohit Sharma, celebrated their monumental T20 World Cup 2024 victory at the residence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a meeting on Thursday, Sharma expressed the team’s hard work and long wait for this achievement, highlighting their perseverance and dedication. Reflecting on the journey, Sharma mentioned, “The team had come very close to winning the World Cup 2023 but could not finally win it. This time, we were able to achieve it owing to everybody’s efforts.” Former captain and star batter Virat…

Team India’s Grand Welcome at ITC Maurya: Rohit Sharma’s Drum Dance Highlight

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Today, Team India received a spectacular reception at the iconic ITC Maurya in New Delhi, celebrating their triumphant T20 World Cup victory. The event was marked by fervent cheers and jubilation as fans and officials gathered to honor the champions. A standout moment from the celebration was when Rohit Sharma, the dynamic captain of Team India, delighted everyone with his spontaneous drum dance. With infectious energy and rhythm, Rohit Sharma showcased his joyful spirit, joining in the festivities and adding a vibrant touch to the evening. The entire team was…

Team India T20 World Cup Celebration Live Updates:

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  The Indian cricket team arrived at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, early Thursday morning after a 16-hour non-stop flight from Barbados. They flew on a specially arranged charter flight named AIC24WC — Air India Champions 24 World Cup. The team was greeted by hundreds of enthusiastic supporters at the airport, holding placards and waving the national flag. Meeting with PM Narendra Modi: The team will be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for breakfast and a reception at his residence. The team is expected to head to the…