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Watch: Virat Kohli's Wild Celebration After India's Asia Cup Win Goes Viral

Cricket fans around the world witnessed Team India's memorable victory over Sri Lanka in the final match of Asia Cup 2023 on Sunday. The Rohit Sharma-led side displayed a dominating performance with Mohammed Siraj's six-wicket haul, playing a crucial role in bundling out Sri Lanka for just 50 runs. Later, Team India finished off the proceedings in just 6.1 overs with Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill taking the team across the line. It was India's eighth Asia Cup title and the first one after the 2018 win.

Mohammed Siraj Reclaims No. 1 Spot In ICC ODI Rankings After Asia Cup 2023 Final Heroics

Indian speedster Mohammed Siraj on Wednesday climbed eight places to reclaim the number one spot in the ODI bowler's rankings ahead of the ICC World Cup which begins on October 5. Siraj's onslaught in the Asia Cup final bundled out Sri Lanka on 50 and helped him top the bowling rankings chart. With the Asia Cup-winning spell of 6/21, Siraj has got back No 1 position which he lost in March this year to Josh Hazlewood.

'Yuvraj Singh, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar': For India To Handle World Cup Pressure, Australia Legend Advices To 'Tap' These Greats

A Cricket World Cup in India - it's a dream come true for a nation that loves to idolise its cricketers. The last time India hosted the ODI World Cup, MS Dhoni's men brought cheers to billions by winning the marquee event. This time, Rohit Sharma and Co. are carrying the hopes of the country. India have not won any ICC event since 2013 and the World Cup at home is a brilliant opportunity to end that drought. Playing at home brings with it great pressure. Former Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist, himself a World Cup winner, had a piece of special advice for the Indian cricket team.

India vs Australia: Ex-India Star's 'Disappointed' Post Over Sanju Samson's Team India Snub Is Viral

Former Indian cricket team all-rounder Irfan Pathan was left disappointed after Sanju Samson did not feature in India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Samson was a back-up member of the squad for Asia Cup 2023 but he came back before the final and he was not included in the squad for the Cricket World Cup 2023. Pathan took to social media to post about the development and said that he would have been disappointed if he was in Samson's position. "If I'm in place of Sanju Samson right now I will be very disappointed...," Irfan posted on X (formerly called Twitter).

"My Best Performance Lies With My Personal Coach Jaspal Rana": Manu Bhaker

Ace Indian pistol shooter Manu Bhaker on Sunday indicated that not being allowed the freedom to take her personal coach Jaspal Rana in major international competitions could be holding back her performance, and requested the NRAI to resolve the issue. Legendary pistol shooter Rana recently reunited with Bhaker after the much-publicised split two years back ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. Rana is now working with the multiple-time World Cup gold medallist to help her bag a 2024 Paris Olympic quota place and win medals at the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

Asian Games: One Last Hurrah For Many Indian Athletes

Several of India's achievers and consistent performers, including tennis ace Rohan Bopanna, hockey great P R Sreejesh and TT legend Sharath Kamal, are gearing up for one last hurrah at the Asian Games. Both Sharath and Rohan are still pulling off world class performances in their 40s while 35-year-old Sreejesh remains the proverbial wall of the Indian hockey team.

"Just 900 Euros In My Account, Not Living A Very Good Life": India's No. 1 Tennis Player Sumit Nagal

After arranging for a sustenance budget of Rs one crore that keeps him going on the ATP Tour, India's number one tennis player Sumit Nagal is left with less than Rs one lakh in his bank account and a morose feeling of not leading a good life. He has been training at the Nansel Tennis Academy in Germany for a few years but lack of funds meant that he could not train at his favourite place in the first three months of season 2023.

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming: How Can One Watch Indians In Action On September 20

The Indian contingent will be aiming to continue with their momentum in men's volleyball while good starts in two other disciplines will be in focus as the second day of Asian Games action in Hangzhou comes on Wednesday. "After a grand beginning today, get ready for another exciting day of #AsianGames Check out tomorrow's schedule & catch a sneak peek of the teams who will be in ACTION The teams need your support, don't forget to #Cheer4India #HallaBol #BharatJeetega #BharatAtAG," posted Sports Authority of India (SAI) Media.

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Watch: Virat Kohli's Wild Celebration After India's Asia Cup Win Goes Viral

Mohammed Siraj Reclaims No. 1 Spot In ICC ODI Rankings After Asia Cup 2023 Final Heroics

'Yuvraj Singh, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar': For India To Handle World Cup Pressure, Australia Legend Advices To 'Tap' These Greats

India vs Australia: Ex-India Star's 'Disappointed' Post Over Sanju Samson's Team India Snub Is Viral

"My Best Performance Lies With My Personal Coach Jaspal Rana": Manu Bhaker

Asian Games: One Last Hurrah For Many Indian Athletes

"Just 900 Euros In My Account, Not Living A Very Good Life": India's No. 1 Tennis Player Sumit Nagal

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming: How Can One Watch Indians In Action On September 20