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Watch: Irked By DRS Confusion, Rohit Sharma's Stump Mic Chatter Has Internet In Splits

A DRS (decision review system) confusion during the first Sri Lanka vs India ODI in Colombo irked captain Rohit Sharma. The incident took place on the fourth ball of the 14th over of Sri Lanka's innings. Shivam Dube bowled a delivery down the leg side to Pathum Nissanka, who missed the glance, and the ball flicked his thigh pad on the way to wicketkeeper KL Rahul. The Indian players appealed for a wicket but umpire was unconvinced. To everyone's surprise, the umpire gave it a wide.

Watch: Sri Lanka Batter Walks Away Despite Being Not Out, Rohit Sharma And Co's Reaction Goes Viral

The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka turned out to be a nail-biting thriller. Chasing 231, Team India started off on a good note with skipper Rohit Sharma leading from the front with his 58-run knock. On the verge of victory, India needed one run off 15 balls with two wickets in hand. Suddenly, Sri Lanka skipper Charith Asalanka became a game-changer as he dismissed Shivam Dube and Arshdeep Singh (both LBW) on consecutive deliveries and match ended in a tie.

Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out Of Remaining ODIs Against India

All-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the ongoing three-match ODI series between India and Sri Lanka due to a hamstring injury. With the first ODI ending in a thrilling tie, India and Sri Lanka will face off in the second ODI here at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. Hasaranga was seen holding his hamstring during the final delivery of his spell. Jeffrey Vandersay has been named the replacement for the all-rounder whose exit depletes the Sri Lankan bowling attack since they have already lost the services of Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Dushmantha Chameera and Nuwan Thushara.

Afghan Judoka At Paris Olympics Denies Doping After Failing Test

Mohammad Samim Faizad, one of only six Afghans at the Paris Olympics, denied intentionally doping on Saturday after he was provisionally suspended having failed a test for a banned steroid. The 21-year-old judoka, who was beaten 11-0 in the French capital on Tuesday in the men's -81kg category, had told AFP on the eve of the Games that competing at the Olympics was a dream come true. He was provisionally suspended on Friday after a test "returned an adverse analytical finding for the non-specified substance stanozolol metabolites", the International Testing Agency said.

"Tried To Act Sportsmanlike": Imane Khelif's Opponent After Olympics Quarter-Final Loss

In a bout that attracted global attention, Hungary's Luca Anna Hamori (66kg) braved intimidating gender row boxer Iman Khelif for three competitive rounds at the Paris Olympics and walked out feeling proud of herself as "not fighting was not an option" for her, here Saturday. The Algerian, embroiled in a major gender controversy in the French capital, left the ring in tears after she guaranteed herself at least bronze by entering the women's 66kg semifinals.

Paris Olympics: Imane Khelif's Father Shares Evidence Of Algerian Boxer's Gender Amid Row

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has assured herself of a medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 but her performances in the boxing ring hasn't put an end to the gender controversy. Khelif was disqualified from the World Championships last year by the International Boxing Association (IBA), after being called a 'biological male' due to the presence of an XY chromosome in her body. But, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) isn't in agreement with the IBA on the matter and has allowed her and another boxer with XY chromosome entry into the Olympic Games in Paris. As the row continues, Khelif's father Omar has broken silence on the matter, sharing proof that Imane was born a girl.

India's Schedule, Medal Events At Olympics 2024, August 4: Lovlina Borgohain, Lakshya Sen Eye Medals; Hockey QF In Focus

India's Schedule, Medal Events At Olympics 2024, August 4: It promises to be a blockbuster Sunday for India at the Paris Olympics 2024. In badminton, Lakshya Sen will face Denmark's Viktor Axelsen for a place in the final of men's singles. In hockey, the men's team will plat Great Britain for a spot in the semi-final. Boxer Lovlina Borgohain is one win away from being assured of a medal. Shooting action is also not over as India's Vijayveer Sidhu and Anish play in the men's 25m Rapid fire pistol.

Rohit Sharma's Death Stare To Arshdeep Singh After 1st ODI Sparks Meme Fest

India missed out on a golden opportunity of taking 1-0 lead over Sri Lanka in the three-match ODI series. Chasing 231 in the first ODI, Rohit Sharma and co were always in the game but failed to cross the finishing line as the match ended in a tie. It was a huge shock for all the fans around the world as India needed one run off 15 balls with two wickets in hand. However, skipper Charith Asalanka held his nerves and dismissed Shivam Dube and Arshdeep Singh on consecutive deliveries and saved Sri Lanka from defeat.

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Watch: Irked By DRS Confusion, Rohit Sharma's Stump Mic Chatter Has Internet In Splits

Watch: Sri Lanka Batter Walks Away Despite Being Not Out, Rohit Sharma And Co's Reaction Goes Viral

Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out Of Remaining ODIs Against India

Afghan Judoka At Paris Olympics Denies Doping After Failing Test

"Tried To Act Sportsmanlike": Imane Khelif's Opponent After Olympics Quarter-Final Loss

Paris Olympics: Imane Khelif's Father Shares Evidence Of Algerian Boxer's Gender Amid Row

India's Schedule, Medal Events At Olympics 2024, August 4: Lovlina Borgohain, Lakshya Sen Eye Medals; Hockey QF In Focus

Rohit Sharma's Death Stare To Arshdeep Singh After 1st ODI Sparks Meme Fest