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SPORTS - August 2018

Aug 2018

Dec 21, 2024

38th National Games 2025 Unveiled in Dehradun

Uttarakhand marked a significant milestone in sports as it unveiled the mascot, logo, jersey, anthem, and tagline for the 38th National Games 2025 at Maharana Pratap Sports College, Dehradun. With the Games scheduled from January 28 to February 14, 2025, the event symbolizes a blend of tradition, athleticism, and the state's rich heritage. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P. T. Usha and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami led the unveiling ceremony, which also included announcements of traditional sports like yoga and mallakhamb being part of the competition.
Mascot "Mauli"
Inspired by the Monal, the state bird of Uttarakhand, symbolises the region's uniqueness and encourages young athletes to aim high.
The logo reflects the beauty and biodiversity of Uttarakhand, incorporating the Monal's vibrant imagery.
The tagline "Sankalp Se Shikhar Tak" (From Resolve to Zenith), representing determination and ambition.

Riya Shirish Thatte Clinches Gold Medal in Women's 25m Pistol Final of 67th National Shooting Cha...

In shooting, Riya Shirish Thatte of Aurangabad clinched the gold medal in the women's 25m pistol final of the 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions in New Delhi.
She defeated Punjab's Simranpreet Kaur Brar 7-2 in a shoot-off after both had tied at 31 hits in the eight series of five-shots decider. This is Riya's first senior national title. Olympian and former Asian Games champion Rahi Sarnobat was third with 25 hits.

Dec 20, 2024

Indian Women Win T20I Series against West Indies

With the series on the line, Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh put on a high-intent show in Navi Mumbai with blistering half-centuries. It was a record-breaking night for India in Navi Mumbai as India beat West Indies by 60 runs in the T20I series decider. First, Mandhana broke the record for the most 50-plus scores in women's T20Is. Once she was dismissed, Ghosh came in and smashed an 18-ball half-century, the joint-fastest ever in this format. And those two knocks powered India to 217/4, their highest-ever total in women's T20Is.

Irwansyah, Indonesia's Singles Coach, Accepts a job Offer to Coach in India

Indonesian badminton coach Irwansyah, who has been the long-time singles coach for the badminton powerhouses, accepted an offer from India after his contract ran down with Persatuan Bulutangkis Seluruh Indonesia (PBSI, the country's badminton federation). Irwansyah is credited with the rise of men's singles stars Jonatan Christie and Anthony Ginting, who have both been as high as No 2 in the world.

Real Madrid Clinches Intercontinental Cup 2024

Real Madrid triumphed in the 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup, defeating Mexico's Pachuca 3-0 in a dominant performance at Lusail Stadium, Qatar. The Spanish giants were in control throughout the match, with Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo, and Vinicius Jr all contributing to the scoreline. Despite some early threats from Pachuca, Real Madrid's offensive power and defensive stability ensured a comfortable victory.

Dec 19, 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin Retires from International Cricket

India's key spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced retirement from international cricket at the end of the third Test match Border-Gavaskar series against Australia in Brisbane.
With 765 wickets in his credit, Ashwin is the second-highest wicket-taker from India after Anil Kumble. Ashwin has taken 537 wickets at an average of 24 in 106 Test matches. He is also 7th on the overall list of wicket-takers.
He is the second fastest to take 500 Test wickets, reaching it in 98 matches.
Ashwin also has 37 5-wicket-hauls in an innings, the second most behind Sri Lanka's legendary Muttiah Muralitharan.
Over 16 IPL seasons, Ashwin has donned the colours of multiple franchises, including CSK, Rising Pune Supergiant (RPSG), Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Rajasthan Royals. With 180 wickets in 212 matches at a remarkable economy rate of 7.12, he has been one of the most consistent bowlers in IPL history.

Nat Sciver-Brunt Sets Record for Fastest Test Century

England made history at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa, with Nat Sciver-Brunt and Maia Bouchier setting remarkable records in women's cricket. Sciver-Brunt smashed the fastest Test century by a woman, while Bouchier marked her Test debut with a century.
Sciver-Brunt became the first and only woman cricketer to score a Test century in less than 100 balls, reaching her hundred off just 96 balls.
This feat broke the previous record held by Sri Lanka's Chamani Seneviratna, who had scored a century off 106 balls in 1998.
Sciver-Brunt's record-setting knock ended at 128 runs.

Dec 18, 2024

Rohan Jaitley Reelected as DDCA President

Rohan Jaitley was appointed as the Delhi District Cricket Association (DDCA) president for another term, beating former India player Kirti Azad in the polls.
Jaitley, son of former Union Minister late Arun Jaitley, secured 1,577 votes compared to Azad's 777 in the race to the top position.
As many as 2,413 votes were cast, and 1,207 votes were required to win.
In 2020, Rohan was elected unopposed as DDCA president and a year later, he defeated advocate Vikas Singh.

Vinicius Jr, Aitana Bonmati Named FIFA Best Players of the Year

Real Madrid attacker Vinicius Junior won the FIFA Best men's player of the year award at a ceremony in Doha, while Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati picked up the women's prize for the second time.
The award came two months after Vinicius was second in the Ballon d'Or.
Spaniard Bonmati picked up the Best women's player award for the second year running, adding to the two Ballon d'Or trophies she already boasts.

Riya Bags Her First Gold Medal at Senior Level

Riya Shirish Thatte won the 25m women's pistol gold medal in the National Shooting Championships. Having struggled last year to make an impact, Riya won the first big prize of her young professional career, and a congratulatory call from her coach Akshay Ashtaputre.

Dec 17, 2024

Women's Junior Asia Cup 2024: India Beats China in Shootout, Defends Title

Indian women's hockey team beat China 3-2 in penalty shootout in the final of the Women's Junior Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman, and successfully defended its title.
The top five finishers at the 2024 Women's Junior Asia Cup -India, China, Japan, South Korea and Malaysia qualified for the 2025 FIH Women's Junior World Cup in Chile.
The 10th Women's Junior Asia Cup was held in Muscat, Oman, from December 7 to 15, 2024.
Hockey India, announced a reward of Rs. 2 lakh for each player and Rs. 1 lakh to each support staff for everyone's effort and winning the championship.

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