Category: Sports

Sunil Gavaskar happened to be the first Indian sports star to endorse multiple brands and prove his commercial potential beyond the field. At 72, he still continues to be a trendsetter. On October 11, the former Indian captain-turned-commentator announced on his Instagram account a non-fungible tokens (NFTs) drop of the “Sunil Gavaskar collection”. “I’m launching my Virtual Hall of Fame and the first ever NFT drop. The Sunil Gavaskar collection,” Gavaskar said. Those interested in the collection have to sign up on alwaysfirst.io. Access to the main NFT Series begins by purchasing an…

We want more states to organize such events so that Hockey can be promoted and young talent gets opportunities to sharpen their skills: Sports Minister 36 teams competing for the trophy and more teams can also participate in later stages Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Anurag Singh Thakur launched the ‘Delhi Hockey Weekend League 2021-22′ which is taking place at the iconic Major Dhyanchand National Stadium today. Shri Anurag Singh Thakur said that Men’s and Women’s teams’ success in Tokyo Olympics has given a new lease of life…

Following the arrest of Shah Rukh Khan‘s son Aryan Khan in a drug case, many celebrities from Bollywood have come out in support of the star kid. The latest one to extend support is former actress Somy Ali. Taking to her Instagram handle, Somy shared a picture of Aryan and wrote a long note extending her support to Aryan and his family. She started her post by writing, ‘What kid has not experimented with drugs? Give me a big freaking break! And let this kid go home. Drugs, similar to prostitution, will never go away which…

As the countdown begins for T20 World Cup 2021, SPOINDIA COVERAGE $ Prasar Bharati network has in store 360 degree coverage of the tournament. Catering to the craze for Cricket in India, Doordarshan and All India Radio have planned mega coverage with live matches, Radio commentary and special shows. In what’s good news for all cricket enthusiasts, all India matches, Semi-finals and Final will be broadcast live on DD Sports on DD FreeDish. Starting from 23rd October, All India Radio will broadcast live ball-by-ball commentary of all matches in Hindi and English.…

Knights all-rounder Venkatesh has caught everyone’s attention with his fearless strokeplay against genuine pace but Bishnoi’s wrist spin has troubled the best in the business during the last two editions.IPL‘s newest sensation Venkatesh Iyer’s footwork or the lack of it will be put through a stern test against the sharp googlies bowled by Ravi Bishnoi when Kolkata Knight Riders square off against a beleaguered Punjab Kings here on Friday. Knights all-rounder Venkatesh has caught everyone’s attention with his fearless strokeplay against genuine pace but Bishnoi’s wrist spin has troubled the…

A win against SRH for CSK will seal their berth in the playoffs, and in turn, will officially rule the Sunrisers out of the run for the final four.unrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are enduring their worst-ever season in the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL 2021), reeling at the bottom of the table with only two wins in 10 games. A change in captaincy didn’t bring a turn of fortunes but the SRH will be aiming to capitalise on the momentum gained against Rajasthan Royals (RR), where they won by 7 wickets.…

It took the Indian hockey team 41 years to end the medal drought at the Olympics. A resolute Indian men’s hockey team rewrote history when it scored a sweet victory at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The bronze at the Tokyo Olympics was not just a medal, but it was also the realization of the hopes and dreams of crores of countrymen. There was a time when India ruled world hockey. The eight-time former gold-winners at the Olympics, however, failed to keep pace with modern hockey in the last four decades.…

India’s ace shuttler P.V. Sindhu has become a household name after she created history in the Tokyo Olympics-2020. She became the first Indian female athlete to get back to back medals in Olympics. Earlier, she had won a silver medal in the Rio Olympics. Maintaining the same winning streak, Sindhu bagged the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics after defeating He Bingjiao of China 21- 13, 21-15. Sindhu has already been making India proud through her stellar performances whether it is World Championship or the Olympics. She has made success…

The Minister visited Kichpora Kangan where he laid foundation stone of Zonal Physical Education Office (ZPEO) and Development of Zonal Level Playfield approved at a cost of Rs 1.14 crore. Addressing the gathering, the Minister maintained that there is no dearth of talent in the UT of J&K but the need is to channelize that talent. The youth of J&K need facilities and Central Government will ensure all the facilities making sure that talent flourishes in the region, he added. He maintained that the Union Government is committed to further…