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Gurgaon Sapphires achieved a historic feat in the Harven Pro Tennis League (PTL) by securing back-to-back titles, emerging victorious against Ichiban Samurai in the final held at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi. The final, conducted at the RK Khanna Stadium under the lights, ended with a score of 81-56 in favor of Gurgaon Sapphires. This triumph marked Ichiban Samurai’s first defeat of the season, and unfortunately for them, it occurred in the title clash. In the journey to the final, Gurgaon Sapphires displayed dominance with an 81-64 win over Sankara Stag Babolat Yoddhas, while Ichiban Samurai narrowly advanced by…

India’s tour of South Africa started on a damp note as the first T20I between the two countries at Kingsmead, Durban, was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of incessant rain. Even the toss event didn’t take place. As per the forecast, rain showers were expected to lash Durban through the course of the day. Unfortunately, the prediction turned out to be true. As per weather patterns, alongside January, December is also one of the wetter months in Durban, with an average of 14.2 days of rain during that month. The second T20I of the series will be played at St.…

After a gap of two years, India are on yet another sojourn to South Africa to partake in a T20I, Test and ODI series. There is always a bit of intrigue surrounding India’s tours to South Africa. Even more so this time around, as India would be playing the T20I rubber with a group of relatively new players. The likes of Jitesh Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi and the new batting sensation, Rinku Singh, will be eager to show their credentials with the T20 World Cup looming on the horizon. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja, the vice-captain, will be aiming…

The Union Sports Ministry is taking proactive steps to enhance medical facilities for the upcoming Khelo India Para Games in New Delhi, scheduled from December 10 to 17. Recognizing the unique medical needs of para athletes, the National Centre of Sports Science and Research (NCSSR), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), is deploying professionals trained in managing diverse medical conditions. The NCSSR, focusing on sports sciences and sports medicine, aims to support research and innovation for elite athletes. To ensure the safety and well-being of para athletes during the Khelo India…

‘Ujjwala,’ a sparrow, has been revealed as the official mascot for the Khelo India – Para Games 2023. This small sparrow represents the pride of Delhi, and its distinctive qualities embody determination and empathy. As the mascot for Khelo India – Para Games 2023, Ujjwala serves as a reminder that strength manifests in various forms, and the indomitable human spirit prevails. Among the distinguished guests were former Indian Women’s Hockey Team Captain Rani Rampal, Indian freestyle wrestler and Olympic bronze medalist Yogeshwar Dutt, Indian professional wrestler Sarita Mor, and Indian professional boxer Akhil Kumar. The presence of renowned para athletes…

There were 38 goals in the 10 English Premier League matches played at the weekend, with Manchester City, the champions, Liverpool and Chelsea all involved in thrilling games that went to the wire. Newcastle won the clash of the Uniteds, while Arsenal reinforced their position at the top of the table. Arsenal 2 Wolves 1 Arsenal put in a dominant first-half performance, with goals from Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard, to secure the win that extended their lead at the top to two points. Matheus Cunha’s late strike for Wolves ensured a nervous finale. Brentford 3 Luton 1 Brentford returned…

Press Release The Athletics Federation of India has chalked out a comprehensive Paris Olympic Games plan to have a more successful innings than the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games held in 2021 in Japan. While AFI is aiming for more than one medal at the July 26 to August 11 Paris Olympic Games scheduled to be held next year, it has also set strict qualification criteria. At the Tokyo Olympic Games, javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian to win track and field gold. “We have had a discussion with the respective coaches this week to chalk out…

Sharmistha Gooptu RevSportz enters its third year today and, like all my colleagues, I too have my own anecdote. A story of starting and growing, of the ups and downs of start-up life, of sometimes being unsure of the direction one should head into, and then those Eureka moments when you start to see that name make its own mark, of people recognising the quality of work when they now speak that name. The name of our baby – RevSportz. I started my RevSportz journey shortly after its founding on December 1, 2021. I have been a historian, writer…

Vaibhav Tripathi A sensational hundred by Glenn Maxwell, coupled with subpar bowling from India, led to a thrilling last-ball victory for Australia in the third T20I at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The teams clash again on Friday at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, where India aim to secure a 3-1 victory and clinch the series. Vice-captain Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed an unbeaten hundred to push his team to a substantial total in the third game, but unfortunately, India couldn’t defend the total. Gaikwad has been in exceptional form, amassing 181 runs at an impressive average of 90.50.…

Rohit Sharma will captain the Indian Test team for the upcoming tour of South Africa, BCCI confirmed on November 29. However, he isn’t a part of the T20I and ODI squads, with Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul being named the captains for those two formats respectively. Just like Rohit, Virat Kohli has asked for rest from the white-ball leg of the tour and doesn’t make it to either of the limited-overs squads. India will play three T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests during the December-January tour. Under Rohit’s leadership, India won 10 games in a row in the 50-over World…