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Lakshya Sen’s Olympic Hopes Take Flight, Prannoy Slips in Qualification Race

13Mar

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Badminton, Sports

Lakshya Sen’s Olympic Hopes Take Flight, Prannoy Slips in Qualification Race

Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen has received a significant boost in his quest to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Following a stellar performance at the French Open badminton tournament, Sen has climbed to the crucial 15th position in the Olympic Games Qualification rankings. Lakshya Sen - Stellar Rise and Ranking Rollercoaster The 22-year-old shuttler from Almora enjoyed a meteoric rise in 2022, reaching a career-best ranking of world number six in November. However, his performance dipped in the following months, leading to a plunge to world number 25 by April 2023. Lakshya Sen displayed commendable resilience, clawing his way back to the 11th spot by August. Unfortunately, a string of early exits in early 2024 pushed him down to world number 20. French Open Breakthro...

Bengaluru Torpedoes Stage Dramatic Comeback to Down Ahmedabad Defenders in PVL 2024 Super 5 Clash

13Mar

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Sports, Volleyball

Bengaluru Torpedoes Stage Dramatic Comeback to Down Ahmedabad Defenders in PVL 2024 Super 5 Clash

The Bengaluru Torpedoes pulled off a stunning comeback victory against the defending champions Ahmedabad Defenders in a thrilling encounter of the Prime Volleyball League 2024 Super 5. Despite trailing by two sets, the Torpedoes displayed remarkable resilience to emerge victorious 14-16, 7-15, 16-14, 15-9, 15-13. Bengaluru Torpedoes Fight Back from the Brink Coming off a defeat to the Delhi Toofans, a win was crucial for Bengaluru's Super 5 hopes. The task seemed daunting as Ahmedabad dominated the first two sets, with their star attacker Nandhagopal and setter Muthusamy Appavu dictating the pace. Blockers Ilya Burau and Shikhar Singh effectively contained Bengaluru's main weapon, T.R. Sethu. Blockbuster Performance by Sethu and Vishnu However, the Bengaluru Torpedoes refu...

Mumbai City FC Mauls NorthEast United FC 4-1: Vikram Partap Steals the Show with a Hat-Trick

13Mar

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Football, Sports

Mumbai City FC Mauls NorthEast United FC 4-1: Vikram Partap Steals the Show with a Hat-Trick

Mumbai City FC tightened their grip on the top spot in the Indian Super League (ISL) with a convincing 4-1 victory over NorthEast United FC at the Mumbai Football Arena on Tuesday. The win extends their lead at the top of the table and keeps their dream of retaining the ISL League Winners Shield title very much alive. Vikram Partap's Night: A Hat-Trick Hero Emerges The star of the night was undoubtedly 22-year-old Vikram Partap Singh, who etched his name in ISL history by scoring a magnificent hat-trick. His clinical finishing and opportunistic runs proved too much for the NorthEast United FC defense to handle. Partap's first goal came early in the third minute, capitalizing on a delightful assist from Dutch midfielder Yoell van Nieff. He doubled the lead just seven minutes late...

Mohammed Shami Sidelined for IPL 2024, Targets Bangladesh Return

13Mar

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Cricket, Sports

Mohammed Shami Sidelined for IPL 2024, Targets Bangladesh Return

Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami will miss the upcoming IPL 2024 season as he recovers from recent ankle surgery. However, there's positive news for Indian cricket fans, as the BCCI expects him to be back in action for the home Test series against Bangladesh later this year. Mohammed Shami's Recovery Timeline Shami's absence comes after undergoing surgery for an Achilles tendon issue last month. He missed the recently concluded five-match Test series against England and will now sit out the IPL season to ensure a complete recovery. His standout performance in the ODI World Cup solidified his importance to the Indian bowling attack. The Bangladesh series, scheduled for September, provides Mohammed Shami with a target date for his return. This extended break allows him to focu...

Yashasvi Jaiswal Blazes a Trail: Young Opener Takes Home ICC Player of the Month Award

13Mar

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Cricket, Sports

Yashasvi Jaiswal Blazes a Trail: Young Opener Takes Home ICC Player of the Month Award

India's rising star Yashasvi Jaiswal has been recognized for his phenomenal batting displays in February, claiming the prestigious ICC Player of the Month award. This accolade comes after a record-breaking Test series against England, where Jaiswal amassed a staggering amount of runs and cemented his place as a future great. Yashasvi Jaiswal Offers Dominating Performance The 22-year-old left-handed opener amassed a whopping 712 runs across the five-match Test series, etching his name in history as the highest run-scorer for India against England in a Test series. This feat showcases his exceptional talent and ability to perform under pressure. Jaiswal's dominance wasn't limited to just one innings. He struck a belligerent double century (214*) in Rajkot, equaling the long-sta...

ISL 2023-24: Goa Grab Playoff Spot in Six-Goal Thriller Against Punjab FC

12Mar

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Football, Sports

ISL 2023-24: Goa Grab Playoff Spot in Six-Goal Thriller Against Punjab FC

FC Goa booked their place in the Indian Super League (ISL 2023-24) playoffs with a dramatic 3-3 draw against Punjab FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. The match was a rollercoaster ride of attacking football, with both sides displaying moments of brilliance and defensive lapses. Dominant Goa Frustrated by Brick Wall Ravi Kumar: The Gaurs began the match like a house on fire, dominating possession and creating numerous chances. Carl McHugh opened the scoring in the first half with a powerful header off a cleverly taken corner by Borja Herrera. Opportunities rained down on the Punjab goal, with Raynier Fernandes, Noah Sadaoui, and Herrera all testing the resolute Punjab goalkeeper Ravi Kumar, who made a string of impressive saves to keep his side in the game. Punj...

Mumbai Tighten Grip on Ranji Trophy Final: Rahane and Musheer Lead the Charge After Bowling Masterclass

12Mar

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Cricket, Sports

Mumbai Tighten Grip on Ranji Trophy Final: Rahane and Musheer Lead the Charge After Bowling Masterclass

The Ranji Trophy final between Mumbai and Vidarbha witnessed a day of contrasting fortunes. While it might appear slow-paced on the scoreboard (215 runs for 9 wickets in 75.3 overs), Mumbai's complete dominance has put them firmly in control. Bowling Blitz Dismantles Vidarbha: Mumbai's bowlers delivered a masterful performance, orchestrating a Vidarbha batting collapse. The spin twins, Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian, were the chief architects of destruction, claiming multiple wickets each. Veteran pacer Dhawal Kulkarni also played a crucial role, removing the vital wicket of in-form batsman Atharva Taide. Vidarbha's Plight: Vidarbha's batting woes were further aggravated by the absence of their primary spinner, Aditya Sarvate, who suffered from back spasms. Struggling agai...

Deepti Sharma’s Heroics Almost Steal the Show as Gujarat Giants Edge UP Warriorz in WPL Thriller

12Mar

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Cricket, Sports

Deepti Sharma’s Heroics Almost Steal the Show as Gujarat Giants Edge UP Warriorz in WPL Thriller

An epic chase led by Deepti Sharma (88* off 60) nearly snatched victory for UP Warriorz, but Gujarat Giants held their nerve to secure an eight-run win in the Women's Premier League (WPL) encounter. Shabnam Shakil Stars with Early Wickets: Chasing 153, UP Warriorz lost their star openers Alyssa Healy and Chamari Athapaththu cheaply to Shabnam Shakil's bowling. Wickets continued to tumble, leaving the Warriorz in a precarious position. Deepti Sharma's Valiant Fightback: Deepti Sharma, batting with exceptional power and composure, resurrected UP's hopes with a stunning 88-run knock (unbeaten). A 109-run partnership with Poonam Khemnar brought them back into contention. Thrilling Final Over for Deepti Sharma Needing 10 runs off the last two balls, Deepti smashed two hug...

PVL: Delhi Toofans Claw Back in Thrilling Victory over Bengaluru Torpedoes!

12Mar

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Sports, Volleyball

PVL: Delhi Toofans Claw Back in Thrilling Victory over Bengaluru Torpedoes!

The Prime Volleyball League (PVL) continues to deliver nail-biting action! In a topsy-turvy encounter, Delhi Toofans edged past Bengaluru Torpedoes 3-0 (15-13, 18-16, 17-15) in a Super 5 match. A Set of Momentum Swings: The opening set was a tightly contested affair, with the lead changing hands frequently. Delhi's S. Santhosh sparked his team with a Super Serve and two crucial points, putting them in the lead. Despite Bengaluru's fightback, a wayward serve from Thomas Alan Heptinstall sealed the set for Delhi. Close Calls and Missed Opportunities: The second set was equally intense, with Bengaluru saving four set points. However, another attack error by Heptinstall at a critical moment (16-17) ultimately handed the set to Delhi. Delhi Maintains Grip in the Decider: ...

Vinesh Phogat Gets Green Light to Compete in Two Weight Categories at Wrestling Trials, Books Olympic Qualifier Spot

12Mar

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Sports, Wrestling

Vinesh Phogat Gets Green Light to Compete in Two Weight Categories at Wrestling Trials, Books Olympic Qualifier Spot

Vinesh Phogat, the decorated Indian wrestler and a vocal critic of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) leadership, secured a dramatic victory at the national wrestling trials in Patiala. However, the path to her win was far from ordinary. Unconventional Move, Exceptional Result Despite UWW rules allowing participation in only one weight category, Vinesh demanded and received permission to compete in both the 50kg and 53kg categories. This unusual request caused a two-and-a-half-hour delay in the competition schedule. Vinesh emerged victorious in the 50kg category, defeating Shivani 11-6. This win secures her a spot at the Paris Olympics Qualification tournament in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, next month. However, she lost the 53kg bout to Anju by technical superiority. Committ...