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CWG 2022: Everything you need to know about newly included disciplines

Commonwealth Games 2022 is scheduled to be held in the British city of Birmingham from July 28 to August 8. A total of 72 countries and territories will be participating in the quadrennial event this time. Interestingly, this will be the first time that a global, multi-sporting event will have more women's events than men's events. This edition of the CWG will also see the inclusion of some new events after shooting and archery were dropped from the Games. TimesofIndia.com here takes a look at the newly included events at the CWG in the Birmingham edition:WOMEN'S CRICKET

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CWG 2022: Everything you need to know about newly included disciplines

UK heatwave LIVE weather updates as Greater Manchester braces for the warmth once again amid warnings over travel, 41C temperatures and water usage

Anachronistic anarchy in the UK as Commonwealth superstars prepare to make waves

'We're starting on a clean slate': England-bound Proteas support Enoch, leave boardroom baggage behind

De Kock, Miller join Barbados Royals as SA stars headline Caribbean Premier League

Harry Brook named in England’s squads for Twenty20 and ODI series against India

Sirens star aims to repay Scottish Thistles faith by excelling at Commonwealth Games

Kemar Roach Targets 300 Wickets As West Indies Aim For Series Win Vs Bangladesh