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Apr 13, 2024

Mary Kom Steps Down as India's Chef de Mission for Paris Olympics

Citing 'problems' that have 'partly crippled' her, Mary Kom resigned as the Chef de Mission of India's contingent. Her decision came weeks after the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) chose the boxing legend for the post.
Mary's decision leaves the IOA in a precarious position. While a majority of countries named their contingent leaders well in advance, India – in the absence of a formal appointment – has been represented in the Chef de Mission meetings by individuals with no prior Olympic experience.
Now, with a little more than 100 days left for the Opening Ceremony, the IOA will have to restart the whole process.

Indian Men's Hockey Team Loses 1-3 to Australia

India continued their dismal show in the crucial tour Down Under, losing 1-3 against Australia to suffer their fourth consecutive defeat in the five-match men's hockey Test series, here on Friday. Contrary to the final result, it was a much-improved performance from the Indians but the Kookaburras were simply too strong.
India's 1-3 defeat against Australia on Friday certainly had some positive takeaways. But ultimately, it's a fourth straight defeat and an upward trending performance graph shouldn't take the focus away from the inability to win – or even manage a draw – against the Kookaburras.
One of those positives is that for the third time in four matches, India had a lead to protect. Captain Harmanpreet Singh powered home a thundering drag flick in the 12th minute, the ball thudded on the board to send out a ringing noise around the venue.

Apr 12, 2024

Asian Wrestling Championship: Udit Bags Silver, Abhimanyu and Vicky Claim Bronze Each

India's 19-year-old Udit won the silver medal in the men's 57kg category at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Abhimanyou (men's 70kg) and Vicky (men's 97kg) also won the bronze medals in their respective weight divisions to take India's tally to three medals after the opening day of the competition.
A total of five Indian wrestlers, all in the men's freestyle division, were in action. Rohit (67kg) and Parvinder Singh (79kg) also competed but could not finish on the podium.
Udit, the U20 Asian champion, defeated Ebrahim Mahdi Khari of Iran 10-8 in the qualification round, Kyrgyzstan's Almaz Smanbekov 6-4 in the quarter-finals and the Democratic Republic of Korea's Kim Kum Hyok 4-3 in the semi-finals to enter the gold medal bout against Japan's Kento Yumiya. However, Yumiya eked out a narrow 5-4 win in the final, and Udit had to settle for the silver medal. This was the first time since 2019 that India did not win the gold medal in the category.

Inaugural National Women's Hockey League: Raising the Bar for Women's Sports in India

The Indian hockey landscape is set to witness a groundbreaking event with the inaugural season of the National Women's Hockey League 2024 – 2025. Scheduled to be held in Ranchi from April 30 to May 9, this league promises to be a thrilling showcase of the country's top women's hockey talent.
The league is structured in two phases, with all matches to be played at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi. This venue has recently hosted prestigious events like the FIH Olympic Qualifiers and the Women's Asian Champions Trophy, further emphasizing the significance of this league.
The league will witness the participation of the top eight teams from the Senior Women's National Championships – Haryana, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Bengal, Mizoram, Manipur, and Odisha. These teams have proven their mettle at the national level and are set to battle it out for the inaugural title.
The National Women's Hockey League is more than just a competition; it is a platform to inspire young girls across India to pursue their passion for hockey. As Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh eloquently stated, This league will not only provide a platform for elite competition but also inspire young girls to pursue their passion for hockey.

Apr 11, 2024

FIDE Candidates Round 6: Praggnanandhaa Beats Nijat Abasov; Koenru Humpy, R. Vaishali Lose Out

It was a day of mixed fortunes for India as both Koenru Humpy and R. Vaishali lost to Lei Tingjie and Kateryna Lagno respectively in the Women's section in the 6th round of the FIDE Candidates Chess tournament.
it turned out to be a day of recovery for Vidit Gujrathi and R. Praggnanandhaa, with both Indians finishing with wins which formed the only decisive encounters in the Open section in Round 6.
After letting Ian Nepomniachtchi escape with a draw despite his stellar preparation in Round 5, Praggnanandhaa found a win against the lowest seed in the tournament, Nijat Abasov. The endgame turned out to be action-packed as Abasov tried to stave off a second successive loss.

Indian-American Akshay Bhatia Triumphs in Texas Open Playoff Drama

Indian American golfer Akshay Bhatia clinched the Valero Texas Open title, after a gripping playoff against Denny McCarthy. This victory not only marked his first major tournament qualification but also secured him a coveted spot in for the Augusta Masters in May 2024.
Akshay Bhatia's victory at the Texas Open earned him over $1.6 million in prize money and 500 FedEx points. Additionally, his second PGA Tour win ensured qualification for the US Open and propelled him to the 34^th position in the world rankings. Despite battling shoulder problems during the playoff, Bhatia displayed remarkable composure and skill to emerge victorious.

UEFA Champions League: Raphinha Scores Brace as Barcelona Beat PSG 3-2 in Quarter-final First Leg

Barcelona have taken a 3-2 lead against PSG heading into the quarter-final second leg of the UEFA Champions League.
Raphinha opened the scoring in the 37^th and Ousmane Dembélé equalized in the 48^th against his former club. Three minutes later, midfielder Vitinha put PSG ahead from Fabián Ruiz's pass in a pulsating match where Dembélé hit the left post moments before Christensen's goal.
Raphinha scored twice and substitute Andreas Christensen headed the winner as Barcelona won 3-2 at Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals. Raphinha was the pick of Barcelona's players on the night, and the Brazil forward had scored twice before Christensen's 77^th-minute goal.

Sarita to Lead India at Asian Championships

With India's star wrestlers not in contention, the country's up-and-coming grapplers will look to prove themselves on the big stage with Sarita Mor leading the Indian challenge at the Asian Championships.
It was decided during the March trials that winners in 17 Olympics weight categories will attempt to qualify for the Paris Games during the Asian qualifiers in Bishkek from April 19, while the runners-up in these categories will be given the opportunity to compete in the Asian Championships.
Since Olympics quota winner Anitm Panghal, who was given a direct entry, has pulled out of the event, Anju will represent India in the women's 53kg class.

Umesh Yadav Becomes Fifth Indian Pacer to Take 200 or more T20 Wickets

Gujarat Titans (GT) bowler Umesh Yadav entered the record books with the wicket of Yashasvi Jaiswal during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Umesh is now the fifth Indian pacer to take 200 or more wickets in all T20s. He has played for multiple IPL franchises during his career apart from playing for India national team and Vidarbha in domestic circuit.
Yadav now has exact 200 wickets in 191 matches and ahead of him are Harshal Patel with 215 wickets, Jaydev Unadkat with 221 wickets, Jasprit Bumrah with 265 wickets, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar with 291 wickets in all T20s. Umesh has taken these wickets at a strike rate of 19.7 and an economy of 8.32. His best is 5/18 in all T20s and has taken five-wicket haul two times.

Apr 10, 2024

Sri Lankan Star Kamindu Mendis and England's Maia Bouchier Crowned ICC Players of the Month

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Sri Lankan cricketer Kamindu Mendis as the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March 2024. Mendis' historic batting performances in the first Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet were instrumental in Sri Lanka's comfortable victory.
Mendis, who had a quiet start to the tour in the T20I series, soon found his groove in the Test match. Facing a challenging situation with Sri Lanka at 57 for 5, Mendis rescued the innings with a brilliant century, scoring 102 runs. His heroics continued in the second innings, where he scored a remarkable 164 runs, becoming the first player batting at number seven or lower to hit two centuries in a single Test match.
On the women's side, England's Maia Bouchier has been awarded the ICC Women's Player of the Month for March 2024. Bouchier's exceptional performances in the T20I series against New Zealand were crucial in securing a 4-1 series victory for the visitors.
Bouchier's consistent batting displays were a highlight of the series, as she amassed 223 runs at an average of 55.75 across five matches. Her standout performance came in the decisive fourth match, where she blasted 91 runs off just 56 balls, including 12 fours and two sixes, to guide England to a 47-run victory and secure the series win.

Aishwarya Mishra's 400m Bronze at 2023 Asian Championships to be Upgraded to Silver

Top Indian athlete Aishwarya Mishra's 400m bronze medal at 2023 Asian Championships will be upgraded to silver as original second-place finisher Farida Soliyeva of Uzbekistan failed a dope test.
Soliyeva's urine sample collected on July 13, during the Asian Athletics Championships in Bangkok last year, contained prohibited substance Meldonium and the Athletics Integrity Unit, the international federation's body for combating doping, disqualified all her results from that date.
Soliyeva had finished second with a time of 52.95 seconds while Mishra was third in 53.07 seconds.
Nadeesha Ramanayake of Sri Lanka had won gold with a time of 52.61 seconds.

Apr 08, 2024

Delhi Capitals Announce Replacement for Harry Brook, Sign South African Pacer Lizaad Williams

South African fast bowler Lizaad Williams was roped in by Delhi Capitals as a replacement for batter Harry Brook in the ongoing Indian Premier League after the Englishman withdrew from the tournament.
Since making his international debut in 2021, Williams has represented South Africa in two Tests, four ODIs and 11 T20 Internationals. He has joined Delhi Capitals at his base price of Rs. 50 lakh.

Bilquis Mir: The First Indian Woman on the Paris Olympics Jury

Bilquis Mir, a canoeist from Jammu and Kashmir, made history as the first woman from India to represent the country as a jury member for the Summer Olympics in Paris in 2024. This prestigious appointment was officially conveyed through a letter from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the J&K administration.
Bilquis Mir's journey to the Olympic jury is a testament to her determination and passion for the sport. She started her journey as a canoeist from the iconic Dal Lake in 1998 and went on to represent India. Despite the challenges faced by a Kashmiri girl in taking up sports, especially a relatively unknown sport like canoeing, Mir persevered and found her true calling.
In addition to her role as a jury member at the Paris Olympics, Bilquis Mir has also served as the coach of the women's canoeing team that will represent India at the upcoming Games. She also had the opportunity to be a jury member at the 2023 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China.

Max Verstappen of Red Bull Dominated the Japanese Grand Prix

Triple world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull dominated the Japanese Grand Prix in April 2024, leading a one-two finish for his team alongside teammate Sergio Perez. Verstappen was in control throughout the race after starting from pole position, claiming his third win from the first four races of the 2024 season.
Verstappen was back to his best after a brake issue in the previous race in Australia saw him retire. He stamped his authority on the race from the start, leading Perez to the first turn and maintaining his lead for the entire race.
Carlos Sainz of Ferrari took third place, ahead of his teammate Charles Leclerc, who started from eighth on the grid. McLaren's Lando Norris finished fifth, while Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso was sixth.

Harendra New Chief Coach of the Indian Women's Hockey Team

Harendra Singh was officially appointed as the new chief coach of the Indian women's hockey team.
Harendra, who was the favourite to take over from Janneke Schopman, will be overseeing the coaching duties and is presently in Bengaluru.
Harendra has been given a contract that will run till the Los Angeles Olympics 2028.

Mohammedan Sporting Win First top-tier I-League Title in 133 Years

Comebacks are tough when you're 133 years old but Mohammedan Sporting achieved theirs when they confirmed their first-ever promotion to the Indian Super League – becoming the second club to do so since promotion to the top division was opened last year.
Mohammedan achieved their promotion by winning the I-League title on the penultimate day of the second division championship, beating Shillong Lajong FC 2-1 on the road. Before the game, Mohammedan needed a solitary point to ensure that Sreenidhi Deccan couldn't catch up to them in the remaining games.

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