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Indian Challenge Ends at French Open 2023: Sindhu Withdraws, Rankireddy-Shetty Lose

27Oct

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Badminton, Sports

Indian Challenge Ends at French Open 2023: Sindhu Withdraws, Rankireddy-Shetty Lose

P.V. Sindhu, French Open The dream run of Indian badminton players at the French Open 2023 came to an abrupt end on Thursday, with both P.V. Sindhu and the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty bowing out of the tournament. French Open 2023: Sindhu Forced to Withdraw Due to Injury Two-time Olympic medalist P.V. Sindhu, currently ranked 10th in the world, was forced to withdraw from her round of 16 match against Supanida Katethong of Thailand due to a knee injury. After winning the first game 21-18, Sindhu sustained the injury while stretching for a return shot in the second game when the score was tied at 1-1. Despite receiving medical treatment and consulting her coach twice, Sindhu ultimately decided to concede the match, handing Katethong a straigh...

India’s Unsung Heroes: The Bowling Attack Behind the World Cup Dominance

27Oct

By Sujay PuriNo Comments

Cricket, Sports

India’s Unsung Heroes: The Bowling Attack Behind the World Cup Dominance

Jasprit Bumrah, one of the best Indian Bowlers. Indian bowling attack. While the Indian batsmen grab most of the headlines, the team's success at the World Cup has been silently orchestrated by the exceptional bowling attack. This article dives into the strategies and individual contributions of the bowlers who have become the unsung heroes of the tournament. The Art of Smothering the Opposition: Efficient Bowling Attack Sets the Stage Despite the batsmen's ability to chase down moderate totals, the true foundation of India's dominance lies in their bowling attack's ability to restrict opponents to low scores. This efficiency is evident in: PowerPlay Prowess: Despite capturing only five wickets in five matches during the first PowerPlay, the bowlers maintain an impressive dot...

‘I can smell F1’, says Indian driver Kush Maini on signing for Alpine F1 team’s young driver programme

27Oct

By Kajoli Anand PuriNo Comments

Motorsports, Sports

‘I can smell F1’, says Indian driver Kush Maini on signing for Alpine F1 team’s young driver programme

Kush Maini F1 After being signed by the Alpine F1 team for their young driver initiative, Indian driver Kush Maini took a step closer to realising his dream of competing in Formula One. With Campos Racing, the 23-year-old is participating in his first Formula 2 season and has shown himself to be one of the most impressive rookies on the grid. Despite only having one podium, he has demonstrated moments of brilliance, such as finishing second in Silverstone's qualifying. “Just to be with a professional team at the top level of motorsport is an invaluable experience. The chance to speak with engineers and be on the simulator; you learn a lot by spending just one day at an F1 factory. But at the end of the day, you have to perform in F2. Once you do well, that road to drive an F1 car...

ODI World Cup: England’s title defence blown after 8-wicket loss to Sri Lanka

27Oct

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Cricket, Sports

ODI World Cup: England’s title defence blown after 8-wicket loss to Sri Lanka

England's batting performance in their crucial ODI World Cup match against Sri Lanka was a major disappointment, leaving the crowd feeling like they were enduring a tedious novel. Their lack of intent and coherence resulted in a swift eight-wicket defeat, jeopardizing their chances of reaching the semifinals. England's Batting Fiasco The English innings lacked excitement, with batters failing to build partnerships or entertain the crowd. Early promise from Bairstow and Malan was extinguished by Angelo Mathews' skillful bowling, who dismissed Malan and engineered Root's run-out. Ben Stokes, the lone bright spot with his 43 runs, couldn't prevent England from being bowled out for a meager 156 within 33 overs. Sri Lanka's Composed Chase in the ODI World Cup Match In ...

IPL Auction 2024 may be held on December 19

27Oct

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Cricket, Sports

IPL Auction 2024 may be held on December 19

IPL Auction 2024 It is anticipated that the IPL auction for IPL 2024 will take place in Dubai on December 19. The list of players who have been released and retained by each of the ten teams must be submitted by November 15 in order for the auction pool to be made public by the first week of December. The franchises assert that they have not received any formal notification from the BCCI on the date of the mini-auction; rather, they have been informed informally about the December 15-20 window. The auction was ultimately conducted in Kochi last year, although the BCCI had originally intended for it to take place in Istanbul. However, sources within the Board told Sportstar that "options are being explored," with Dubai being "one of those" locations. Every team will receive a purs...

CS:GO Review: Here’s Everything You Need To Know About It!

26Oct

By Kajoli Anand Puri1 Comment

eSports

CS:GO Review: Here’s Everything You Need To Know About It!

counter strike GO Ever heard of a game where every second counts, where strategy meets action, and where teamwork is the key to victory? If you haven't guessed it already, I'm talking about "Counter-Strike: Global Offensive" or CS:GO for short. It's not just any game; it's a phenomenon. Originating as a mod for the iconic game "Half-Life", CS:GO has come a long way and has firmly established itself as one of the crown jewels in the world of esports. And trust me, it's not just popular worldwide; it's massive right here in India. From local cafes in Mumbai to gaming hubs in Bengaluru, you'll find passionate players discussing strategies, practicing their aim, and gearing up for the next big match. So, whether you're a seasoned player or someone who's just heard about it from a fri...

Xbox Partner Preview October 2023: What’s Announced?

26Oct

By Kajoli Anand Puri1 Comment

eSports

Xbox Partner Preview October 2023: What’s Announced?

Xbox Partner Preview, a new show format from Microsoft, debuted with new peeks at Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, Alan Wake 2: Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, ARK: Survival Ascended, and a tonne of other games. We're here to break down and provide you access to all the major announcements, trailers, reveals, and more in one convenient location! There were a bunch of games jam-packed into the roughly 30-minute duration! The first gameplay of the Metal Gear Solid 3 remake is revealed, and it looks amazing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYSLZDk_RMc At last, Konami has released a teaser trailer for Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, and it looks amazing. Though it didn't last long, the clip offers viewers an idea of how this Unreal Engine 5 masterpiece will appear on contempor...

Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Reveals Stunning First Gameplay, Unreal Engine 5

26Oct

By Kajoli Anand PuriNo Comments

eSports

Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Reveals Stunning First Gameplay, Unreal Engine 5

Konami unveiled the first gameplay teaser for their upcoming Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake (Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater) at the Xbox Partner Preview conference. It appears stunning. The trailer, albeit short, demonstrated the gameplay's hallmark stealth elements. From Snake making his way across the river near a crocodile to him poised to eliminate an adversary with a handgun fitted with a silencer attachment. What to expect from the Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYSLZDk_RMc What's more, the end of the trailer verified that the game will be played on Epic's Unreal Engine 5, which is a confirmation of previous rumours that the much-awaited remake would be played on Unreal Engine. Aside from the brief gameplay, the teaser gave fans a decent peek ...

‘It gave me shocking headaches, dumbest idea’: Glenn Maxwell slams light show

26Oct

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Cricket, Sports

‘It gave me shocking headaches, dumbest idea’: Glenn Maxwell slams light show

Glenn Maxwell Blazes Away with Record-Breaking Century for Australia Glenn Maxwell stole the show in Australia's dominant 309-run victory over the Netherlands in the Cricket World Cup. His fiery knock of 106 runs off just 40 balls, including nine fours and eight sixes, stands as the fastest century ever scored in the tournament. Despite Maxwell's breathtaking performance, David Warner also contributed significantly with a century (104) of his own, marking his 22nd ODI hundred. However, Maxwell's record-breaking innings undoubtedly overshadowed all other contributions. However, Maxwell expressed strong disapproval of the mid-match light and sound spectacle, calling it "the dumbest idea" and claiming it triggered headaches for players. He urged organizers to reconsider the prac...

Sumit Antil: From spending 53 days in hospital to shattering world records

26Oct

By Kajoli Anand PuriNo Comments

Others, Sports

Sumit Antil: From spending 53 days in hospital to shattering world records

In the midst of supervising the building of their new house in the village of Khewra near Sonepat, Nirmala Devi's 25-year-old son Sumit Antil smashed the world record in the men's F64 javelin throw. At the Hangzhou Olympics Sports Centre, Antil shattered his personal record of 70.83 metres with a tremendous throw of 73.29 metres. Devi then instructed the construction workers to provide extra room for her son's gold medal from the Asian Games. “Jab bhi main puchu ki mere liye kya layega videsh se, hamesha kahega ki medal hi launga. (Whenever I ask him what will you bring for me from abroad, he always says I will certainly get you the medal). He is very particular about his world records and plans to make a marking wall at our new home. Perhaps we have to wait for the Paris Olympics ...