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My fight is with myself at the Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu

Commonwealth Games (CWG) gold at Birmingham 2022. CWG has traditionally been a happy hunting ground for lifters from India, and Mira has no qualms about admitting that, even when asked if it is because of the absence of weightlifting powerhouses China and Korea. "Yes, (when compared to other events) the competition in weightlifting is a bit less in CWG, but it's not that the absence of strong weightlifting nations makes it easier for us. Every competition teaches us something," said Mira, as she sat down for a virtual interaction with TimesofIndia.com.It was heartening to see a beaming Mira on the podium in Tokyo last year, especially considering the condition she found herself in after the two-month lockdown in the middle of 2020. It left coach Vijay Sharma worried once training resumed. The shoulders weren't as strong as before and the back not strong enough to lift the weights that Mira found easy before Covid-19 stopped practice.

Maude Charron, Josh Cassidy named Canada's flag-bearers for Commonwealth Games

Weightlifter Maude Charron and wheelchair racer Josh Cassidy have been named Canada's flag-bearers for the opening ceremony of the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England.

Not easy to live up to expectations of fans every time: Mirabai Chanu

However, the 27-year-old lifter from Manipur expressed hope that she would not disappoint people with her performance in the upcoming Commonwealth Games. India have been the best performers in weightlifting in 1990, 2002 and 2018 and the Chanu-led 15-member strong team is again hoping to repeat their winning streak at Birmingham. Mirabai went on to break the Games record enroute the gold medal at the 2018 CWG at Gold Coast and all eyes will be on her to win the gold because of her Tokyo 2020 performance.

Jalen Brunson not letting stress of big contract, New York get to him

Jalen Brunson is ready for this.

A weight lifted: Cyrille Tchatchet wants to give something back to Birmingham

Cyrille Tchatchet was walking home through the streets of Smethwick in 2016 when he got the call he had been hoping for since he stole out of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with just a pair of shoes and a weightlifting belt to his name.

Commonwealth Games: Neeraj Chopra-led Indian athletics team primed for best show after Delhi

Commonwealth Games show away from home in the upcoming edition in Birmingham. Woman javelin thrower Annu Rani and 38-year-old discus thrower Seema Antil, the most decorated Indian at the CWG with three silver and one bronze, could also finish on the podium, while India is expected to win more than one medal in men's triple jump event.

How a newspaper article changed CWG-bound boxer Sagar Ahlawat's life

Manny Pacquiao marked the beginning of Sagar Ahlawat's boxing dream. Seven years later, the 20-year-old is gearing up for the men's +92kg super heavyweight competition at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, where he will be donning the India jersey for the very first time. "I was not good at studies. Mere se padhai hoti hi nahi thi. (I just couldn't study) So, I started looking for something else to do after 12th class," Sagar told PTI. Born to a family of farmers, Sagar had no connection to sports. But one fine day, he came across a full page newspaper article about the famous bout between Mayweather and Pacquiao, considered to be one of the most anticipated sporting events in history. As he read about the two boxing greats and their achievements, it became clear to Sagar where his future lay.

Historic facts: India at the Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Games, the PTI takes a look at 15 facts involving India at the showpiece. 1. India's first CWG medallist was wrestler Rashid Anwar at the 1934 edition of the event in London. That was also India's maiden entry at the Games. 2. Only six Indian athletes participated in the 1934 Commonwealth Games. 3. The six-member Indian contingent at the 1934 Commonwealth Games took part in only athletics and wrestling disciplines.

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My fight is with myself at the Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu

Maude Charron, Josh Cassidy named Canada's flag-bearers for Commonwealth Games

Not easy to live up to expectations of fans every time: Mirabai Chanu

Jalen Brunson not letting stress of big contract, New York get to him

A weight lifted: Cyrille Tchatchet wants to give something back to Birmingham

Commonwealth Games: Neeraj Chopra-led Indian athletics team primed for best show after Delhi

How a newspaper article changed CWG-bound boxer Sagar Ahlawat's life

Historic facts: India at the Commonwealth Games