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Play Fair, Says Anurag Thakur Inaugurating Testing Centre For Health Supplements Used By Athletes

In a bid to ensure that athletes steer clear of contaminated supplements, which are also often cited as reason for failed dope tests by offenders caught in the anti-doping net, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday inaugurated a Centre of Excellence in Gandhinagar that would evaluate such add-ons. The minister virtually inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Nutritional Supplements Testing for Sportspersons (CoE-NSTS) at the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Hockey Pro league: India Women Outwit USA 3-1

Indian women produced a flawless effort to outwit United States 3-1 and end this leg of the Hockey Pro League on a winning note Bhubaneswar on Friday. Vandana Katariya (9th), Deepika (26th), and Samila Tete (56th) scored for the home side, while Sanne Caarls (42nd) netted the consolation goal for the USA. India started the game with an opportunity to score through a penalty corner but Deepika's drag-flick sailed wide of the post.

Amit Panghal, Sachin Advance To Semifinals At 75th Strandja Memorial

Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal and national champion Sachin entered the semifinals of the 75th Strandja Memorial boxing event in Sofia, Bulgaria. Amit (51kg) continued his fine form to grab a 5-0 unanimous decision win over Aldarkhishig Battulga of Mongolia. Coming from a dominating win in his last match, Amit looked lethal. He controlled the bout right from the start giving his opponent no chance to make a comeback. The boxer from Haryana continued to build on the momentum and did not lose the grip of the game even for a second.

SL vs AFG 1st ODI: Sri Lanka Beat Afghanistan After Record Pathum Nissanka Double Ton

Pathum Nissanka's record-breaking double century steered Sri Lanka to a comfortable 42-run win over Afghanistan Friday in the opener of their three-match one-day international series at Pallekele. Set a stiff target of 382, Afghanistan reached 339 for six as Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai scored centuries after their team were reduced to 55-5. Nissanka's unbeaten 210 was Sri Lanka's first ODI double hundred, breaking the island nation's longstanding record highest score of 189 by Sanath Jayasuriya against India in 2000.

"Wasn't Doing Too Well In Last Couple Of Years": Devdutt Padikkal On Comeback From Lean Patch

Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal on Friday expressed his delight after smashing his third century of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season, saying he was always confident of making a strong back after going through a lean patch in the last season. The 23-year-old, who had to make frequent visits to the hospitals due to an acute intestinal issue in 2022, failed to make an impact last season, managing only 260 runs in seven Ranji Trophy innings. However, he has recovered pretty well this season, having slammed three hundred and is the state's highest run-scorer for the season, amassing 500-plus runs.

"Virat Khali": Fans React To WWE Hall Of Famer's One-Handed Shot For Six. Watch

WWE Hall Of Famer The Great Khali was seen boasting his cricket skills in a video. In the clip that is going viral on social media, Khali gets a back-of-a-length delivery and plays a one-handed shot on it for a biggie. The ball goes a long way over extra cover fence for a six. "The ball would have reached to mars if he hit with both hands," wrote a fan. "Wow, who knew that The Great Khali could be a cricket star too?" read another comment in the video. "Virat Khali," wrote a user.

NDS Ice Hockey Rink: Ladakh's Pride Seeks More Glory After KIWG Debut

The Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Sports Complex ice rink in Leh, situated amidst the majestic Himalayas, made a historic debut with the just-concluded first chapter of the Khelo India Winter Games 2024. This rink is India's first natural ice hockey arena built to international standards. Popularly known as the NDS ice hockey rink, it stands as a testament to Ladakh's dedication to sporting infrastructure. With a seating capacity of 3000, it offers spectators a front-row seat to the exhilarating clashes of ice hockey talent. Spanning an impressive 60 meters by 30 meters, the Olympic-sized rink's dimensions adhere to international standards, ensuring a level playing field for athletes and teams alike.

First Time In Indian Cricket! Prithvi Shaw Marks Comeback With Historic Record In Ranji Trophy

Prithvi Shaw marked a spectacular return to competitive cricket by smashing a century in his second innings for Mumbai to put them on top against Chhattisgarh in their Ranji Trophy Group B fixture in Raipur on Friday. The 24-year-old, who captained the 2018 U-19 World Cup-winning team, struck 18 boundaries and three sixes in his knock of 159 off 185 deliveries.

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Play Fair, Says Anurag Thakur Inaugurating Testing Centre For Health Supplements Used By Athletes

Hockey Pro league: India Women Outwit USA 3-1

Amit Panghal, Sachin Advance To Semifinals At 75th Strandja Memorial

SL vs AFG 1st ODI: Sri Lanka Beat Afghanistan After Record Pathum Nissanka Double Ton

"Wasn't Doing Too Well In Last Couple Of Years": Devdutt Padikkal On Comeback From Lean Patch

"Virat Khali": Fans React To WWE Hall Of Famer's One-Handed Shot For Six. Watch

NDS Ice Hockey Rink: Ladakh's Pride Seeks More Glory After KIWG Debut

First Time In Indian Cricket! Prithvi Shaw Marks Comeback With Historic Record In Ranji Trophy