India’s Big Show At Paralympics 2024
How Indian Para athletes converted 19 medals in Tokyo to 29 in Paris. An NDTV Exclusive
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"Didn't You Like It When I Did It Earlier?": Rishabh Pant's 'Bazball' Dig At England Star Viral
Rishabh Pant has made a name for himself as a destructive batter for the Indian cricket team irrespective of the format. Pant's unconventional shots and positive mindset has cemented his position as one of the most dangerous batters in the world right now and it is a testament to his talent that he has been hailed by cricketers from around the world. However, the shot selection has come back to haunt him on some occasions as well as major criticism over how he approaches certain situations. With 'Bazball' gaining prominence in Test cricket, Pant was recently asked about it and he came up with a hilarious reply.
Afghanistan vs New Zealand, One-Off Test Day 2, Live Updates: Toss Delayed Due To Wet Outfield
Afghanistan vs New Zealand, One-Off Test Day 2, Live Updates: After the Day 1 of the One-Off Test got washed out without the toss, due to wet outfield, Afghanistan and New Zealand will hope for an action-packed second day. The match, which is being played in Greater Noida, India, lost it's first day after the groundstaff failed to repair the damage caused by the overnight rain on Sunday. Six inspections were done by the umpires but the day had to called-off. (Live Scorecard)
"Better Than Neeraj Chopra": Navdeep Singh's Coach On Paralympics Gold Medal-Winner's Technique
The men's javelin throw F41 final in the Paris Paralympic Games earned India its 29th and final medal of the campaign, as well as the 7th gold medal, thanks to Navdeep Singh. Though the event ended on a controversial note, with Navdeep's initial silver being upgraded due to Iranian athlete's disqualification over the display of a flag, the India star was elated to put the Tokyo Paralympics ghosts to bed. After making history for India, earning first-ever medal in the F41 category of the Paralympics, Naval drew comparisons with India's Olympics star Neeraj Chopra.
Pakistan Athletes Get Visas, Leave For Chennai To Take Part In SAAF Jr Championships
A 12-member Pakistan contingent on Monday left for Chennai to take part in the South Asian Athletics Federation Junior Championships after getting visas from the Indian High Commission. An official confirmed that the athletes and officials had left for Chennai after visas were approved on Saturday. “The contingent has left via the Wagah border from where they will go to Amritsar and fly to Chennai where the South Asian Junior Athletics Championship is being held,” the official said.
Musheer Khan To Receive Big Reward From BCCI After Duleep Trophy Heroics: Report
It is understood that 19-year-old Musheer Khan, who has had a dream first-class season, is all set to travel to Australia for the India A shadow tour, which will have three 'four-day' Tests. Having scored a double hundred in the Ranji quarter-final and a century in the final, Musheer has impressed with his 181 for India B against India A. The India A team for Australia tour will be picked based on the Duleep Trophy performances and the Irani Cup match between Rest of India and Ranji champions Mumbai, which will be held before tour of Australia. While a couple of Test specialists and pacers might be sent early, two names that are almost certain to make it are Musheer and Rajasthan left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, who has eclipsed Saurabh Kumar as the next best left-arm spinner after Ravindra Jadeja and Axar.
Manu Bhaker Interview: Why Interaction With Neeraj Chopra Stands Out For Double Olympic Medallist After Paris Games
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past. You must fight, just to keep them alive. Exorcising the ghost of Tokyo in Paris, Manu Bhaker etched her name into Olympic folklore as the 22-year-old became India's first markswoman to seal a podium finish in the 10m air pistol event at the Summer Games on July 28, 2024. What's better than one? Two. Fresh from a historic bronze, Bhaker doubled her medal tally in 72 hours. India's first athlete to seal two medals in a single Olympics since independence, shooting star Bhaker pinned her faith on the teachings of Bhagwat Gita to create her 'happiest memory' at the grandest stage of them all.
Muttiah Muralitharan Says No One Will Break His Test Wickets Record, Gives This Reason
Legendary Sri Lankan bowler Muttiah Muralitharan has expressed concern about the future of Test cricket. The off-spinner, who holds the record for the most wickets taken by any bowler in Test history with 800, admitted that he does not think his record would be broken by any bowler anytime soon. Muralitharan stated that cricketers nowadays focus on shorter formats, and therefore lack the consistency to near his record. He also expressed worry at decreasing viewership in many countries when it comes to Test cricket.