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Asian Games, Archery: Jyothi Surekha Takes Pole, Aditi Swami 4th, Power India To Top-Spot In Women's Compound

Seasoned Jyothi Surekha Vennam edged out her South Korean rivals to top the qualification, while world champion Aditi Swami secured the fourth spot to also make the cut, and power India to grab the top-seeding in the women's compound archery at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Sunday. As action got underway in the discipline in the continental showpiece, the script unfolded as per expectations with the Indians dominating the compound section. The country also had an inspiring show in the Olympic-discipline recurve section, where veteran Atanu Das finished fourth, while promising youngster Dhiraj Bommadevara was the next best Indian at sixth spot to make the cut in the men's section.

"My Fight Is Against...": Neeraj Chopra On Rivalry With Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem

Indian world champion and Olympic medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra acknowledged that while there will be some focus on arch-rival Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem as well during the men's javelin throw final, his main focus is on competing with himself and getting better at his technique and throw in the title event. Neeraj, who had recently won India's first-ever World Athletics Championships gold, will kickstart his Asian Games campaign in Hangzhou on October 4 with men's javelin throw final. Arshad will be a rival to watch out for during the final.

Asian Games 2023 Live Updates, October 01: Aditi Ashok Drops From Gold Medal Spot After Late Hiccup

Asian Games 2023 October 1 Live Updates: After having a really good outing on Saturday, India would aim to continue its good form at the Asian Games 2023 on Sunday (October 1) too. Aditi Ashok is on the cusp of creating history as she aims to become the first Indian woman to win a medal in gold. Stars players like boxer Nikhat Zareen, athletes Jyothi Yarraji and Avinash Sable will be among top medal contenders for India. While Jyothi and Avinash will aim to finish on the podium in their respective categories, Nikhat, who is already assured of a bronze, will aim to better the colour of her medal on Sunday. Indian shooters will also be in spotlight. (Asian Games Medals Tally)

Dhopaokar Knocked Out Of Pre-Quarters In Kurash

India's Aditya Dhopaokar's campaign in men's 81kg kurash lasted less than two minutes after Afghanistan's S Hassan Baiqara Rasooli knocked him out in the pre-quarterfinals of the Asian Games here on Sunday. The 21-year-old Indian lost 0-10 by 'khalol', a term used in kurash for a convincing win, as the Afghan overpowered Dhopaokar. Such was the powerful takedown by the Afghan that Dhopaokar landed with both his shoulder blades touching the mat.

R Ashwin Calls Ex-India Star Who Critcised His Action On Twitter. Here's What Happened Next

One of India's finest players of this generation, Ravichandran Ashwin earned a recall to India's ODI team ahead of the World Cup. While there were those who doubted whether the veteran could still deliver in teh 50-over format of the game, he did incredibly well against Australia, prompting the selectors to inlcude him in the ODI World Cup roster too after Axar Patel was injured. However, ahead of the start of the showpiece event, former India spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan expressed a worry over Ashwin's action. While Siva was trolled by many on social media for his views, Ashwin himself called up the former India star and sought advice.

Watch: MS Dhoni's Skills On Tennis Court Amaze Internet. Fans Can't Keep Calm

Legendary India captain and wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni was spotted in a tennis court. In a couple of old videos that are going viral on social media, Dhoni could be seen showing his tennis skills, sending netizens in a frenzy. While some of the fans praised the skill of Dhoni in the sport which is way different from cricket, others were quick to notice his muscular body. While Dhoni is among the greatest cricketers, his love for the sport of tennis is also known to all.

"Best Player Of This Generation": Yuvraj Singh's Massive Prediction For India Star

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh believes that the country's star batter Shubman Gill has the potential to become the best player of this generation. Gill is surely one of the rising superstars of Indian cricket. The 24-year-old is among the best batters the Indian team has. However, it seems that Gill's own best is yet to come as his batting graph continues to rise with time. The right-handed batter was the top run-scorer during India's recently-concluded three-match ODI series against Australia.

Watch: MS Dhoni's Skills On Tennis Court Amazes Internet. Fans Can't Keep Calm

Legendary India captain and wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni was spotted in a tennis court. In a couple of old videos that are going viral on social media, Dhoni could be seen showing his tennis skills, sending netizens in a frenzy. While some of the fans praised the skill of Dhoni in the sport which is way different from cricket, others were quick to notice his muscular body. While Dhoni is among the greatest cricketers, his love for the sport of tennis is also known to all.

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Asian Games, Archery: Jyothi Surekha Takes Pole, Aditi Swami 4th, Power India To Top-Spot In Women's Compound

"My Fight Is Against...": Neeraj Chopra On Rivalry With Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem

Asian Games 2023 Live Updates, October 01: Aditi Ashok Drops From Gold Medal Spot After Late Hiccup

Dhopaokar Knocked Out Of Pre-Quarters In Kurash

R Ashwin Calls Ex-India Star Who Critcised His Action On Twitter. Here's What Happened Next

Watch: MS Dhoni's Skills On Tennis Court Amaze Internet. Fans Can't Keep Calm

"Best Player Of This Generation": Yuvraj Singh's Massive Prediction For India Star

Watch: MS Dhoni's Skills On Tennis Court Amazes Internet. Fans Can't Keep Calm