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Nov 29, 2023

BCCI Extends Rahul Dravid's Stint as Team India's Head Coach

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the extension of contracts for Head Coach Rahul Dravid and the Support Staff of Team India (Senior Men). The decision came on the heels of the conclusion of ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, where India showcased a commendable performance under Dravid's guidance.
Rahul Dravid, often hailed as 'The Wall' during his playing days, fortified a similar legacy in his coaching role. The BCCI acknowledged Dravid's instrumental role in shaping the Indian Team and commended his exceptional professionalism.

Men's Hockey National: Punjab Defeat Haryana to Clinch Title

Punjab outwitted defending champions Haryana in a penalty shootout and clinched the title in the Senior Men's National Hockey Championship.
Punjab and Haryana ended the regulation time tied at 2-2 before the former emerged a 9-8 winner in the shootout.
Tamil Nadu overwhelmed Karnataka 5-3 in penalty shootout and took the bronze medal.

Italy WinS Davis Cup for First Time Since 1976

Italy fulfilled their potential as one of the most promising tennis nations in the world by defeating Australia 2-0 and became Davis Cup champions for the first time since 1976. The world number four clinched victory in the second singles rubber after Matteo Arnaldi dug deep to beat Alexei Popyrin 7-5, 2-6, 6-4 in the opening clash. Italy had booked their place in the final of Davis Cup 2023 after defeating Novak Djokovic's Serbia, and Matteo Arnaldi again showed the country's determination as he opened the final, which was held in the Spanish city of Malaga, Spain with a tense 7-5, 2-6, 6-4 win over Alexei Popyrin, reports Xinhua.
Australia's wait for a Davis Cup trophy goes on, with their last coming in 2003, but Italy, who last reached a final in 1998, celebrated wildly when De Minaur went wide to end the tie. Arnaldi's win set up Jannik Sinner to seal the win with a thumping 6-3, 6-0 win over Alex de Minaur, with a display that gave the Australian very few options to take the tie to a deciding doubles match.

Nov 28, 2023

Asia Pacific Rally Championship 2023: Jahaan Singh Gill Clinches His Maiden Title

India's Jahaan Singh Gill underlined his supremacy and clinched the FIA Junior Asia Pacific Rally Championship title 2023 in his maiden outing in Indonesia.
In a grid comprising 63 competitive drivers across categories, Gill ruled the junior class, while the other JK Tyre Motorsports drivers Suhem Kabeer and Lokesh Gowda stamped their authority in the NVA (National Vehicles Approval) category.

Shubman Gill Takes the Helm as Gujarat Titans Captain for IPL 2024

Gujarat Titans named Shubman Gill as the captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. This decision followed the departure of all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who was traded to Mumbai Indians.
Shubman Gill, initially made his mark with the Kolkata Knight Riders in 2018, and joined Gujarat Titans in 2021. Known for providing explosive starts, Gill has become a linchpin for the team, showcasing his ability to set the tone of the innings.
Gujarat Titans made history in the 2022 IPL by clinching the title in their debut season.

Nov 27, 2023

Anurag Singh Thakur Launches Khelo India Para Games 2023 Logo and Mascot Ujjwala

Anurag Singh Thakur, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, unveiled the logo and mascot for the first-ever Khelo India Para Games 2023. This historic occasion was graced by the presence of eminent athletes and para athletes, marking a significant step towards inclusivity and recognition in Indian sports.
The official mascot, 'Ujjwala,' a sparrow, was revealed during the ceremony. Representing the pride of Delhi, this little sparrow stands as a symbol of determination and empathy.
The inaugural Khelo India Para Games is expected to witness participation from over 1400 athletes across 32 states, union territories, and the Services Sports Control Board. The athletes will compete in 7 disciplines, including para athletics, para shooting, para archery, para football, para badminton, para table tennis, and para weightlifting. The three designated SAI stadiums – IG Stadium, Shooting Range in Tughlaqabad, and JLN Stadium in Delhi will host the events from December 10 to 17, 2023.

Uday Saharan to Lead India in Under-19 Asia Cup

Promising batsman Uday Saharan will lead defending champions India in the ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup to be played in the UAE from December 8.
Saharan, from Punjab, was on the selection radar for a while.
Saumy Kumar Pandey was named as vice-captain of the 15-member side.
India are the most successful team in the Under-19 Asia Cup having won the title eight times.
India is grouped with Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nepal in the tournament.
The final is scheduled to be played at the Dubai International Stadium on December 17.
India U19 squad: Uday Saharan (captain), Saumy Kumar Pandey (vice-captain), Arshin Kulkarni, Adarsh Singh, Rudra Mayur Patel, Sachin Dhas, Priyanshu Moliya, Musheer Khan, Dhanush Gowda, Avinash Rao (wk), M Abhishek, Innesh Mahajan (wk), Aardhya Shukla, Raj Limbani, Naman Tiwari.

China Masters: Satwik-Chirag Trip at Final

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought valiantly before going down to the Chinese duo of Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang in an exciting men's doubles final of the China Masters Super 750 tournament.
Rankireddy and Shetty, the Asian Games champions, lost 19-21 21-18 19-21 to the world No. 1 Chinese pair. It was their first defeat in six finals this season.

Nov 26, 2023

Anish Bhanwala Wins 25m Rapid Fire Bronze at World Cup Final

Anish Bhanwala won the bronze medal in the men's 25 m Rapid Fire final at the ISSF World Cup final in Doha.
Bhanwala became the first Indian shooter to win a medal in the event in the World Cup Final. Earlier Vijay Kumar had reached the final in 2009, while Gurpreet Singh had reached the final in 2015.

Bengaluru Hosts Namma Kambala

Kambala, the popular buffalo racing contest native to the coastal Karnataka region was held in Bengaluru. The traditional folk sport, usually held in the aftermath of the southwest monsoon, unfolded its excitement at the iconic Palace Grounds. Organised by Tulukoota Bengaluru, this is the first time Kambala found a venue in the heart of Bengaluru.
Kambala is a sport where buffaloes are driven through a slushy paddy field by a whip-wielding farmer.
In its traditional form, Kambala was non-competitive, with pairs running one by one. However, modern Kambala involves contests between two pairs of buffaloes.

Nov 25, 2023

ICC Bans Transgender Players from International Women's Cricket

In a significant policy decision, the International Cricket Council (ICC) implemented a ban on transgender cricketers from participating in international women's cricket at the highest level. This decision has raised discussions around inclusivity, athlete rights and the impact of the ban on transgender individuals. The move is said to be in alignment with the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) guidelines, considering cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.
The decision came on the heels of controversary sparked by Canada's Danielle McGahey, who became the first transgender cricketer to participate in an official international match just two months ago. The 29-year-old opening batter played in all six of Canada's matches during the Women's T20 World Cup Americans region qualifiers event in Los Angeles. Under the previous ICC regulations, which focused on reducing testosterone levels, McGahey met all eligibility criteria. However, the new rules prioritise the protection of the women's game's integrity, safety, fairness and inclusion.

Anahat Singh Becomes Second Youngest to Win National Squash Championship Title

Velavan Senthilkumar (Tamil Nadu) and Anahat Singh (Delhi) won their maiden men's and women's titles, respectively in the 79th National Squash Championships at the Indian Squash and Triathlon Academy (ISTA), Chennai.
The 15-year-old Anahat became the second youngest ever to have won the women's title. Joshna Chinappa was 14 when she won the first of her 19 titles in 2000.

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