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"Not A Job Where She Should Apply": Manu Bhaker's Father On Olympic Medallist's Khel Ratna Snub

Manu Bhaker scripted history at the Paris Olympics 2024 as she became the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal for India. Following her bronze medal win in the women's individual 10m air pistol event, she cemented her place in history by claiming a second bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event with Sarabjot Singh. However, controversy ensued when she was not considered for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. While she took to social media to say that there were some 'lapses' on her part while filing the nomination, her father - Ram Kishan Bhaker - believes that there should not be an application process for these awards as it is an honour being bestowed by the government.

Boxing Day Test Weather Forecast: Rain Drama Likely On These Days

India are likely to ring a few changes when they take on Australia in the Boxing Day Test, starting December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Reports have claimed that India captain Rohit Sharma will open the innings alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, while KL Rahul will drop a slot down to no. 3. India could possibly line-up with two spinners -- Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja -- with either Shubman Gill or Nitish Kumar Reddy likely to face the axe. Meanwhile, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep will keep their place in the pace bowling department.

PV Sindhu's 1st Reaction After Getting Married To Venkata Datta Sai Is All Heart - See Pics

PV Sindhu got married to Venkata Datta Sai, Hyderabad-based Executive Director at Posidex Technologies, in an intimate ceremony on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Two days after the wedding ceremony, PV Sindhu gave her first reaction on social media with a series of photos from the occasion and a 'heart' emoji. Sindhu and Sai can be seen all smiles in the photos. Beautifully dressed in a traditional wedding attire, the couple exchanged vows in presence of their families and closed ones.

"Lapse On My Part": Manu Bhaker's Big Reaction After Khel Ratna Snub Controversy

Manu Bhaker, double Olympic medallist , is in news after reports claimed the champion shooter's name was missing from the list of nominated athletes for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. The Khel Ratna is awarded to athletes with exceptional performances. With Manu's name missing, despite being the first Indian athlete since independence to win two Olympic medals in a single edition of the Games, the Sports Ministry came under scrutiny. However, Manu Bhaker has now said that there might have been a lapse on her part and that 'it is being corrected.'

Australia get Head boost, India ponder Rohit switch

In-form Australian batter Travis Head will be fit for the fourth test and India are considering restoring captain Rohit Sharma to the opener's slot for the match starting in Melbourne on Thursday.

BGT: Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja To Continue Milestone Hunt During MCG Test

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja are all set to continue their milestone hunt during the fourth Test against Australia at Melbourne starting from Thursday onwards, with the bowler chasing 200 Test scalps and the veteran all-rounder also near the 600 wicket mark in international cricket. With the series level at 1-1, both sides will be playing the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test intending to secure an all-important series lead needed to push a case for the ICC World Test Championship final.

Australia Name Playing XI For Boxing Day Test Against India, Make 2 Huge Changes

Australia announced their playing XI for the Boxing Day Test match against India starting Thursday and the hosts made two massive changes to their side. Scott Boland made his way into the playing XI in place of the injured Josh Hazlewood while teenage opener Sam Konstas replaced Nathan McSweeney. Kontas is all set to become Australia's youngest Test debutant since skipper Pat Cummins took the field against South Africa at Johannesburg back in 2011. In another major boost, Travis Head was declared fit.

"What's The Point Of Medals If You've To Beg For Awards?": Manu Bhaker's Father Says In Report

India shooter Manu Bhaker's twin medals at the Paris Olympic Games were apparently deemed not good enough for her to earn Khel Ratna Nomination. As the reported 30-athlete list came out, the ace shooter's name was nowhere to be seen despite her historic accomplishments at the Paris Games. Manu Bhaker's father Ram Kishan was left fuming with the development, as he lashed out at the sports ministry, and government officials for leaving out his daughter's name from the list despite claiming that an application was submitted.

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"Not A Job Where She Should Apply": Manu Bhaker's Father On Olympic Medallist's Khel Ratna Snub

Boxing Day Test Weather Forecast: Rain Drama Likely On These Days

PV Sindhu's 1st Reaction After Getting Married To Venkata Datta Sai Is All Heart - See Pics

"Lapse On My Part": Manu Bhaker's Big Reaction After Khel Ratna Snub Controversy

Australia get Head boost, India ponder Rohit switch

BGT: Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja To Continue Milestone Hunt During MCG Test

Australia Name Playing XI For Boxing Day Test Against India, Make 2 Huge Changes

"What's The Point Of Medals If You've To Beg For Awards?": Manu Bhaker's Father Says In Report