Kickboxer Yora Tade, 24, dies after collapsing in ring
By Rishabh Pratap, CNN
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"Enjoyed Leading": In-form Cheteshwar Pujara Says on Sussex Stint
Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has said his ongoing stint with Sussex in County cricket has improved his game and he is enjoying leading a group of young, talented players as a captain. India's Test veteran held a Q&A session on his Twitter on Wednesday during which he answered some questions from his fans. Asked if his county stint has helped him improve his game, Pujara answered, "Yes of course."
Watch: Pakistan Batters Nails Ping Pong Challenge During Asia Cup Shoot
All the teams competing in the Asia Cup 2022 are currently in UAE for the final stage of the preparation ahead of the continental event. While the tournament starts on August 27, all eyes would be August 28 when Indian cricket team takes on Pakistan cricket team. The last time the two teams faced each other, Pakistan emerged victorious against India the 2021 T20 World Cup. This time Rohit Sharma-led India would be eager to return the favour in the continental event.
Novak Djokovic withdraws from US Open due to US Covid-19 vaccine policy
By Ben Morse and Matt Foster, CNN
Neeraj Chopra Aims To Make History At Lausanne Diamond League
A fit-again Neeraj Chopra can create another piece of history when he takes part in the Diamond League Meeting in Lausanne on Friday. The 24-year-old Olympic champion javelin thrower has recovered from the "minor" groin strain injury he had suffered while winning a historic silver medal during the World Championships in Eugene, USA, last month. A top-three finish here will ensure Chopra a berth in the Diamond League Finals in Zurich on September 7 and 8 as he is at fourth spot in the standings with seven points. He had finished second in the Stockholm leg -- his first-ever podium -- on June 30.
US Open Qualifiers: Yuki advances; Ramanathan, Nagal knocked out
However, the country's highest-ranked men's singles player, Ramkumar Ramanathan, and Sumit Nagal made early exits after losing their respective qualifying matches in straight sets. While world number 241 Ramanathan went down to American teen Bruno Kuzuhara 3-6, 5-7 in one hour and 28 minutes, Nagal lost to Canadian Vasek Pospisil 6-7, 4-6.
Sitanshu Kotak to be in charge of India A for NZ series
Former India leg spinner Sairaj Bahutule will join Kotak in the coaching staff for the three Test matches in Bengaluru and Hubbali, and three one dayers in Chennai. Normally the NCA chief heads the A teams, but with VVS Laxman named interim head coach of the senior team after Rahul Dravid tested positive for COVID-19, Kotak was given the job.
Indian teams can qualify for World Cups on merit if country's football structure is reformed: Bhaichung Bhutia
Bhaichung Bhutia said after filing his nomination papers for the AIFF president's post. Former captain Bhutia on Thursday filed fresh nomination papers ahead of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) elections scheduled to be held on September 2. His nomination was proposed by Andhra Football Association (AFA) and seconded by Rajasthan FA.