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SPORTS - August 2018

Aug 2018

Feb 10, 2025

Deepti Sharma Named UP Warriorz Captain

Deepti Sharma was confirmed as the captain of Women's Premier League side UP Warriorz for the 2025 season. With Australian superstar Alyssa Healy ruled out of the third season of WPL, the Indian all-rounder, who hails from Agra in UP, will get the chance to lead out the WPL side at their home venue in Lucknow. Deepti's promotion means three out of the five WPL franchises have Indian skippers, as she joins Harmanpreet Kaur (MI) and Smriti Mandhana (RCB).

Lovlina Borgohain Bags Gold at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand

Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain clinched a gold medal in the women's 75 kg category whereas Shiva Thapa bagged silver in the men's 63.5 kg category at the 38th National Games.
Assam's Lovlina, who boxed for the first time since the Paris 2024 Olympics, beat Chandigarh's Pranshu Rathore 5-0 by unanimous decision to mark a triumphant return to the ring.
In the men's 63.5 kg category final, Shiva Thapa, who represented India at the London 2012 Olympics, had to settle for silver after suffering a narrow 4-3 defeat against Vanshaj of Services Sports Central Board.

ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Official Song 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke'

The International Cricket Council (ICC) officially launched the theme song for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, titled 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke', sung by the renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam.
The music video for the song is a visual tribute to Pakistan's rich cultural heritage, featuring street markets, stadiums, and the everyday love for cricket across the country.

Feb 09, 2025

Marcus Stoinis Announces Shock Retirement from ODIs

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, who was named in the country's Champions Trophy squad, announced a shock retirement from ODIs to "fully focus on the next chapter" of his career, creating a fresh selection headache for the side that is already dealing with injuries to key players.
Stoinis will, however, continue to be available for selection in T20 Internationals.

Para Sport, Swimming and Track Cycling to Offer Highest Medals in Commonwealth Games 2026

More than 200 gold medals will be up for grabs across 10 days in Glasgow, Scotland for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the 23rd edition of the event, with para sport, track cycling and swimming boasting highest medals.
The competition will be held from July 23 to August 2, 2026 and will feature a 10-sport programme concentrated across four venues within an eight-mile corridor of the city.
While mixed 4x400m relay has been added to the schedule, Commonwealth Mile will make a comeback for the first time since 1966.

Feb 08, 2025

Preeti Janghiani Chosen Vice President of Asian ArmWrestling Federation

Preeti Jhangiani, president of the People's ArmWrestling Federation India (PAFI) etched her name in history by becoming vice-president of the Asian ArmWrestling Federation.
The announcement was made at the Asian Arm Wrestling Federation Congress which took place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, during the World Arm Wrestling Cup. Preeti was unanimously voted by all the countries present at the Congress and is now part of the executive council of the Asian ArmWrestling Federation.
Preeti has worked for the growth of ArmWrestling in India by collaborating with state governments and sports associations in all corners of India and conducting various state championships and mega matches in association with the Pro Panja League.

Feb 07, 2025

India's Only ICC Elite Umpire Opts out of Champions Trophy in Pakistan

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced a list of 15 match officials, including three match referees and 12 umpires for the Champions Trophy 2025.
However, the tournament will have no Indian match official. India pace great Javagal Srinath was the only Indian in the ICC Elite panel of match referees, while Nitin Menon was the lone Indian in the ICC Elite panel of umpires.
The ICC wanted to put him (Menon) on the Champions Trophy roster. But he decided against travelling to Pakistan due to personal reasons.

Feb 06, 2025

Former Wimbledon Champion Simona Halep Announces Retirement

Simona Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1, announced her retirement from competitive tennis. The Romanian player ended her career after attempting a comeback that was affected by injuries following a doping ban.
Halep's remarkable career highlights encompass victories at Wimbledon 2019 and the French Open 2018, along with 24 WTA singles titles and over $40 million in prize money.

WPL 2025: Ash Gardner Replaces Beth Mooney as Gujarat Giants Captain

Gujarat Giants appointed Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner as the team captain for the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 season.
Gardner took over from her compatriot Beth Mooney who led the side in the first two seasons of the WPL. In both editions, Gujarat finished bottom of the five-team league, winning only two games apiece in 2023 and 2024.

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