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India's Red Card Appeal Rejected, Amit Rohidas To Miss Olympics Hockey Semi-Final vs Germany

India's key defender and first rusher Amit Rohidas will miss Tuesday's Olympic men's hockey semifinal against Germany after the country's appeal against his one-match suspension, for being red-carded in the quarterfinal, was rejected by the international body FIH. This means India will have only 15 players available for the key clash, which is a big setback for the eight-time Olympic champions. "Amit Rohidas was suspended for one match for a breach of the FIH Code of Conduct which occurred during the India vs Great Britain match on August 4," a FIH statement read.

Aug. 5 Olympics schedule: Gymnastics, soccer, basketball - ESPN

The 2024 Olympics are speeding along. August 5th will bring exciting developments in gymnastics, soccer, and basketball, among other events. Will Simone Biles add to her Paris medal collection? Can the U.S. women's 3x3 basketball team conquer the semifinals? Fans will have to tune in to find out.

"India Should Win Hockey Gold In Olympics": Pakistan Legend

Pakistan hockey legend Hassan Sardar is mighty impressed with India's performance at the Paris Olympics, saying the Harmanpreet Singh-led side has the firepower and potential to win the gold medal at the ongoing Games after a hiatus of 44 years. India will play Germany in the semifinal of the men's hockey on Tuesday in Paris after outplaying Britain in the shoot-out on Sunday. "When Pakistan is not playing cricket or hockey, I always support India. It's a much better side and one of the best Indian teams I have seen. They have improved a lot and they are giving hard times to the Europeans.

India's Red Card Appeal Rejected, Amit Rohidas To Miss Olympics Hockey Semi-Final vs Germany

India's key defender and first rusher Amit Rohidas will miss Tuesday's Olympic men's hockey semifinal against Germany after the country's appeal against his one-match suspension, for being red-carded in the quarterfinal, was rejected by the international body FIH. This means India will have only 15 players available for the key clash, which is a big setback for the eight-time Olympic champions. "Amit Rohidas was suspended for one match for a breach of the FIH Code of Conduct which occurred during the India vs Great Britain match on August 4," a FIH statement read.

Watch: PR Sreejesh's Heartfelt Gesture For Wife After India's Quarterfinal Win In Paris Olympics

Indian hockey team's veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh's heartfelt gesture for his wife Aneeshya after the team's sensational win in Paris Olympics 2024 quarter-finals against Great Britain has won hearts on the internet. The Indian hockey team produced one of its most resolute performances in recent memory to enter the Olympic semifinals for a second successive edition. Sreejesh was among the players who shone in the high-octane encounter as India beat their opponents 4-2 in the shoot-out after both the teams got tied at 1-1 at the end of regulation time.

Lakshya Sen Eyes Bronze, Indian Hockey Team In Semis

India will look to add another medal to their kitty as Lakshya Sen takes on Malaysia's Zii Jia Lee in the badminton men's singles bronze medal match. Lakshya was defeated by Viktor Axelsen of Denmark in the semifinals but he will have another chance to clinch his maiden Olympics medal.

"It Wasn't Just A Win, It Was A Statement": Hockey India Head Coach After Reaching Semi-Finals

"It was not just a win, it was a statement," gushed head coach Craig Fulton after the Indian hockey team emerged victorious after playing more than 40 minutes of a tense quarterfinal match against Great Britain with just 10 players at Paris Olympics on Sunday. Key defender Amit Rohidas was given the marching order in the 17th minute for hitting an opposition player with his stick. Britain were already dominating the match with superior ball possession and it put India in a very tricky position. The Tokyo Games bronze medallist side, though, braved the red card and played the second half without conceding a goal, saving nine penalty corners in the process.

Spain Dump Defending Hockey Champions Belgium Out Of Paris Olympics

Reigning hockey Olympic champions, Belgium, were denied the opportunity to replicate their Tokyo feat in Paris after falling short against Spain in the quarter-finals of the men's hockey event on Sunday. Jose Maria Basterra (40'), Marc Reyne (55') and Marc Miralles (57') featured on the scoresheet for Spain. Arthur De Sloover (41') and Alexander Hendrickx (58') emerged as the two goalscorers for Belgium. In the first quarter, the game kicked off with both teams seeking an opportunity to get a shot at each other's goalpost.

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India's Red Card Appeal Rejected, Amit Rohidas To Miss Olympics Hockey Semi-Final vs Germany

Aug. 5 Olympics schedule: Gymnastics, soccer, basketball - ESPN

"India Should Win Hockey Gold In Olympics": Pakistan Legend

India's Red Card Appeal Rejected, Amit Rohidas To Miss Olympics Hockey Semi-Final vs Germany

Watch: PR Sreejesh's Heartfelt Gesture For Wife After India's Quarterfinal Win In Paris Olympics

Lakshya Sen Eyes Bronze, Indian Hockey Team In Semis

"It Wasn't Just A Win, It Was A Statement": Hockey India Head Coach After Reaching Semi-Finals

Spain Dump Defending Hockey Champions Belgium Out Of Paris Olympics