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"Even In The Past...": Neeraj Chopra's Father On Athlete's Bond With Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem

A World Athletics Championships gold medal is no more a dream for India's javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra. The star athlete fouled in his first attempt in the final at Budapest, Hungary on Sunday night, but made a solid comeback and threw the javelin to a distance of 88.17m in his second attempt. It eventually helped Neeraj secure the top honour in the final as the second-best was 87.82m from his Pakistan opponent Arshad Nadeem. The latter won the silver medal at the event, while Jakub Vadlejch of the Czech Republic ended the tournament with a bronze, thanks to his throw of 86.67m.

"Grip, Twist, Paddle": Rishabh Pant Shares Video Of His Recovery From Injury

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is slowly and steadily working his way back to full fitness before he takes the international cricket by storm with his hard-hitting once again, as he was seen cycling in a recent video on Monday. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had on July 21 issued an update on the recovery of its key players like Pant, Jasprit Bumrah, Rahul and Shreyas. Rahul, along with Iyer have resumed batting practice in nets and are also undergoing strength and fitness drills. Taking to Instagram, Pant shared a video of him cycling and was clearly having a nice time. "Grip. Twist. Paddle. Good vibes only," said the caption of Pant's post.

Sri Lanka's Madushanka to miss Asia Cup due to injury - reports

COLOMBO : Sri Lanka left-arm seamer Dilshan Madushanka will miss the Asia Cup due to injury in yet another blow to the co-hosts' title defence, according to media reports.

Asia Cup 2023: India's Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threats Revealed Ahead of Pakistan Clash

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team will start its Asia Cup campaign in a high-voltage clash against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2. Apart from having a big emotional value, the match starts the final phase of preparation for the team ahead of the ODI World Cup at home. India's squad for the Asia Cup is almost on expected lines with two players - KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer - inducted straightway after making a comeback from injury. Sanju Samson has been named as the back-up player, with Rahul still carrying a niggle, according to BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar.

Asia Cup 2023: It's Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli In Race For Sachin Tendulkar's Elite Record

The Asia Cup 2023 is just around the corner and all the cricket fans are eagerly waiting to witness the tournament, which will kick-start from August 30. In the opening match, Pakistan will be squaring off against Nepal in Multan. Team India will be facing their arch-rivals Pakistan in their campaign opener on September 2 in Kandy. The continental event will be really special for star India batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as the duo will look to surpass Sachin Tendulkar's memorable record.

Watch: Did Babar Azam Invoke 'Chak De India' Spirit To Pump Up Pakistan Side?

Pakistan cricket team climbed of the top of ODI rankings after winning their three-match series against Afghanistan 3-0. The victory came at a brilliant time for the side as they geared up for the Asia Cup 2023 where they will face long-time rivals India. Following Pakistan's win over Afghanistan in the third T20I encounter, Babar gave a speech to the team about unity and taking responsibility. In a video posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), Babar could be seen motivating his teammates and he told them that the success for the side came because of all of their hard work and the fact that their hearts were pure.

"No Pakistan-India Rivalry...": Arshad Nadeem After Neeraj Chopra Pipped Him For World Championships Gold

In Arshad Nadeem, India's Neeraj Chopra will have tough competition for the gold medal at Paris Olympics, but the Pakistani ace says for now both are just "very happy" to call the shots in a sport once dominated by the Europeans. In cricket-crazy Pakistan, Nadeem has become the toast of the nation after becoming its first athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships. Nadeem bagged silver in the men's javelin thrown final in Budapest on Sunday, as Olympic champion Chopra won the gold medal.

Neeraj Chopra And Arshad Nadeem: A Look At The Rivalry Between The Javelin Throw Stars In Numbers

With each passing global/continental athletics event, the rivalry between Indian Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Commonwealth Games champion Arshad Nadeem is becoming one of the most exciting match-ups in world athletics. Rivalries between athletes/teams from two countries who are neighbours and a shared history, have always been one of the most intriguing aspects of various sports. India versus Pakistan is no different. Be it in cricket, hockey or any other sports, this rivalry always has been in the limelight and dominated.

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"Even In The Past...": Neeraj Chopra's Father On Athlete's Bond With Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem

"Grip, Twist, Paddle": Rishabh Pant Shares Video Of His Recovery From Injury

Sri Lanka's Madushanka to miss Asia Cup due to injury - reports

Asia Cup 2023: India's Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threats Revealed Ahead of Pakistan Clash

Asia Cup 2023: It's Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli In Race For Sachin Tendulkar's Elite Record

Watch: Did Babar Azam Invoke 'Chak De India' Spirit To Pump Up Pakistan Side?

"No Pakistan-India Rivalry...": Arshad Nadeem After Neeraj Chopra Pipped Him For World Championships Gold

Neeraj Chopra And Arshad Nadeem: A Look At The Rivalry Between The Javelin Throw Stars In Numbers