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Harvinder Singh, Pooja Jatyan Survive Shoot-Off, Enter Archery Mixed Team Quarter-Finals In Paralympics 2024

Indian archers Harvinder Singh and Pooja Jatyan defeated Australia's Taymon Kenton-Smith and Amanda Jennings in the shoot-off to enter the quarterfinals of the recurve mixed team open in the Paralympics here on Thursday. A day after making history as India's first archer to win a gold medal at the Paralympics, Harvinder teamed up with Pooja to raise hopes of securing an unparalleled second medal. The duo, seeded fifth, quickly surged to a 4-0 lead, capitalising on some inconsistent shooting by the Australian pair.

Randhir Singh To Take Over As President Of Olympic Council Of Asia

Randhir Singh will take over as the President of Olympic Council of Asia on Sunday, marking a new chapter in the history of Olympic movement in the continent.

Indian-Origin Star, Who Played 53 T20Is For Ireland, Battling For Life

Indian-origin all-rounder Simi Singh, who has played 35 ODIs and 53 T20Is for Ireland, is currently battling for his life. The cricketer, who is suffering from acute liver failure, is currently in the ICU of a Gurugram hospital, according to a report by Times Of India. The report further stated that the cricketer is waiting for a liver transplant that will be performed at the hospital. Simi, who was born in Mohali, played for Punjab at the U-14 and U-17 levels but failed to make the U-19 team. He decided to travel to Ireland for studying hotel management and in 2006, he joined Malahide Cricket Club in Dublin as a professional. He went on to become one of the leading cricketers for Ireland with 39 ODI wickets and 44 T20I wickets. He has also scored an ODI century against South Africa in 2021.

"Try To Avoid...": Rahul Dravid Reveals Reason For Not Showing His T20 World Cup Celebration To Sons

Rahul Dravid's cricketing journey is no less than any fairytale. Popularly known by his nickname "The Wall", Dravid was one of the best batters in the world, who played many match-winning knocks for India. However, during his 16-year career as a player, Dravid gained many accolades but failed to win any ICC trophy. But, the destiny had planned something special for him as he later took over the role of Team India's coach. Under his guidance, Rohit Sharma and co clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy, which was India's first ICC trophy after a hiatus of 11 years.

Paris Paralympics 2024 Live Updates September 5: Focus On Shooters, Archers As India Eye More Medals

Paris Paralympics 2024 Live Updates Day 8: The Indian contingent will look to take the medal tally past the 25-mark at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 on Thursday. The action will get under with the Mixed 50m Rifle Prone SH1 qualification where Sidhartha Babu and Mona Agarwal will be in action. In Mixed Team Recurve Open (Pre Quarterfinals), Pooja and Harvinder Singh will eye medal. Later in the day, India's Ashok will take part in Men's up to 65kg powerlifting final. In men's shot put, Arvind will also lead India's charge in the F35 final.

"I Cheat A Little...": Anushka Sharma Shares 'Cooking' Story Featuring Virat Kohli

Star India batter Virat Kohli is spending some quality time with his family after being rested for the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024. Kohli, who last played for India during an ODI series loss to Sri Lanka in August, was recently seen interacting with fans in London. In a viral video, Kohli was seen clicking some pictures with the fans, but seemed to be in a rush as he had to catch a train. Kohli became father for the second time earlier this year with his wife and bollywood actress Anushka Sharma giving birth to their son, Akaay.

Dharambir Smashes Asian Record For F51 Club Throw Gold, Pranav Takes Paralympics 2024 Silver

Dharambir shattered the Asian record to win the gold medal while compatriot Pranav Soorma clinched the silver as Indian club throwers dominated the men's F51 event at the Paralympics. After four fouled attempts, the 35-year-old world championships bronze medallist from Sonepat, Dharambir hurled the club to a distance of 34.92m in his fifth attempt to claim the top spot on the podium on Wednesday. Soorma, who injured his spinal chord at 16 when a cement sheet fell on his head, then produced a throw of 34.59m in his first attempt but the 29-year-old from Faridabad couldn't better and get past Dharambir as India completed a one-two. The third Indian in the fray, 2017 world championship silver medallist, trailblazing Indian para-athlete and Dharmbir's menton Amit Kumar Saroha, however, finished last with a best effort of 23.96m.

Shreyas Iyer Fails To Impress In Duleep Trophy, Dismissed By RCB Star For...

Shreyas Iyer failed to impress in his first match in the Duleep Trophy 2024 as he was dismissed for 9 by Vijaykumar Vyshak during the clash between India C and India D at the Rural Development Trust Stadium in Anantapur on Thursday. Vyshak, who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League (IPL), came up with a brilliant delivery that moved slightly outside the off stump and Iyer ended up edging it to wicket-keeper Abishek Porel behind the stumps. This was a letdown for India D skipper Shreyas Iyer who will be in contention for a spot in the Indian cricket team squad for the two-match Test series against Bangladesh starting September 19.

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Harvinder Singh, Pooja Jatyan Survive Shoot-Off, Enter Archery Mixed Team Quarter-Finals In Paralympics 2024

Randhir Singh To Take Over As President Of Olympic Council Of Asia

Indian-Origin Star, Who Played 53 T20Is For Ireland, Battling For Life

"Try To Avoid...": Rahul Dravid Reveals Reason For Not Showing His T20 World Cup Celebration To Sons

Paris Paralympics 2024 Live Updates September 5: Focus On Shooters, Archers As India Eye More Medals

"I Cheat A Little...": Anushka Sharma Shares 'Cooking' Story Featuring Virat Kohli

Dharambir Smashes Asian Record For F51 Club Throw Gold, Pranav Takes Paralympics 2024 Silver

Shreyas Iyer Fails To Impress In Duleep Trophy, Dismissed By RCB Star For...