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SPORTS - November 2014

Nov 2014

Jul 22, 2024

Mansukh Mandaviya Launches the Second Phase of the KIRTI Project

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched the second phase of the KIRTI project with an aim to identify one lakh young athletes within 100 days, for support. He felt the nationwide talent hunt under Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) will prove to be a stepping stone to making India one of the top five nations in the Olympic Games by 2047.
He mentioned that, under the KIRTI programme, everyone will be given opportunities to develop their sports skills, whether they live in a village or a city, and whether they come from a poor background or otherwise.
KIRTI's talent identification model has been scientifically planned using IT tools and global best practices. The KIRTI program aims to bridge this gap and provide direction to young budding athletes to choose a career path based on their abilities.

Biju Patnaik Sports Award Not Renamed

The sports and youth services department in a notification on July 19 said that the 'Biju Patnaik Sports Award' that was instituted in 2001-02 has been renamed as 'Odisha Rajya Krida Samman'
Two days after the Odisha sports and youth services department renamed the state's premier sports award given for lifetime achievement, as well as outstanding performance after Biju Patnaik, CM Mohan Majhi on July 21, clarified that no decision has been taken on renaming the name of 'Biju Patnaik Sports Award'.

Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj Create History by Joining International Tennis Hall of Fame

Former doubles world number one Leander Paes and tennis broadcaster, actor and player Vijay Amritraj became the first Asian men inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
The first inductees from India were joined by British tennis journalist and author Richard Evans in enshrinement ceremonies at the Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island.

India Women vs UAE Women, Asia Cup: India Posts Record Total

India women created history with their first ever 200-plus total in a T20I game. Harmanpreet Kaur-led team finished at 201/5 against UAE Women in the ongoing Asia Cup and registered a thumping 78-run victory.
India's previous highest score in women T20I was 198/4 against England in 2018. This is also India's highest total in Women's Asia Cup history - going past their own best of 181/4 against Malaysia in 2022.

Jul 21, 2024

Chennai Super Kings Sets up Super Kings Academy in Sydney

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), announced a significant expansion of its global presence with the establishment of its third international Super Kings Academy in Sydney, Australia. This move not only enhances CSK's international profile but also reinforces the franchise's long-standing connection with Australian cricket.
The academy is set to commence its coaching programs for both boys and girls in September. This inclusive approach aligns with CSK's vision of promoting cricket across genders and fostering a new generation of cricketers.

Jul 20, 2024

India Announce New Captain for T20Is as they Name Squad for Sri Lanka Series

India named Suryakumar Yadav as the captain of their men's T20I team for the tour of Sri Lanka with Shubman Gill named as the vice-captain of the T20I and ODI sides.
The middle-order batter, who has played 68 T20Is, led the team against Australia and South Africa last year (2023) in the absence of key players, but has now been handed the reins of the team in the shortest format.

AIFF awards 2024, Chhangte, Indumathi Win Top Male and Female Awards

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) held its annual awards ceremony, recognising outstanding achievements in Indian football for the 2023-24 season. The top honours went to Lallianzuala Chhangte and Indumathi Kathiresan, who were named the male and female Players of the Year, respectively.
Lallianzuala Chhangte, from Mumbai City FC, secured the AIFF Men's Player of the Year award for the second consecutive time. This achievement makes him only the fifth player to win the award multiple times. Chhangte's exceptional performance included:
Scoring 11 goals and providing 7 assists in all competitions for Mumbai City FC
Being the highest-scoring Indian in the Indian Super League (ISL)
Scoring against Qatar in Doha during the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in June 2024
Indumathi Kathiresan, became the first player from Tamil Nadu to win the AIFF Women's Player of the Year award. Her accomplishments include:
Winning the 2023-24 Indian Women's League (IWL) title with Odisha FC
Scoring 5 goals in the IWL and winning the Best Midfielder award
Scoring against Estonia in the Turkish Women's Cup in February 2024

Jul 19, 2024

Latest FIFA Rankings Released, India remains 124th

India has maintained its 124th position in the latest FIFA men's rankings released. This comes as a small relief for the success-starved nation, which has been experiencing a downward trend in recent months.
The Indian men's national football team faced setbacks in June when it dropped three places in the FIFA rankings. This decline was primarily due to their failure to qualify for the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, suffering losses to Qatar and Afghanistan.
India had achieved a significant milestone last year by breaking into the top 100, reaching its best-ever ranking of 99. However, since December, the team has been on a downward spiral.

Six Associate Nations Honored as ICC Announces Development Award Winners

The International Cricket Association acknowledged the associate nations for their transformative work in the cricket world.
Six nations have been honoured with the ICC Development Award winners for 2023. The ICC awarded the Associate Members for their range of leading initiatives as they claimed the honour. Mexico, Oman, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, Nepal and Scotland received honours across six categories.
The winners were selected from a 21-nation shortlist by the ICC Development Awards Panel. The ICC Development Awards were launched in 2002 and shed light on the world-leading work being carried out in the ICC Associate Member countries. Whether through innovative development programmes or through inspiring efforts on the field of play.

Jul 18, 2024

Indian Teenager Aarav Dengla Wins Oldest French Chess Tournament

Indian teenager Aarav Dengla won the 2024 Grand Paris Masters Championship, the oldest French chess tournament. The tournament was conducted outside the capital city for the first time due to the upcoming Olympic Games.
Held at the Blanche de Castille High School in Villemomble outside Paris, the Masters chess event had 250 players in contention for the coveted title. The 15-year-old Dengla took the spotlight in the Masters tournament.

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