IGPL: Shaurya Binu rallies to take lead in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh, Sep 10 (IANS) Shaurya Binu grabbed a one-shot lead over the field and became the first leader in IGPL history, which teed off at the Chandigarh Golf Club. Rallying from 2-over after six too 3-under 69 by the end, the 24-year-old Bengalurean displayed great grit and determination, which would have done his Armyman father proud.The Chandigarh Golf Club, which took a heavy pounding in the rains last few weeks, rose to the occasion to make it playable for a historic inaugural IGPL event….

Asia Cup: Sanju, Kuldeep included as India elect to bowl against UAE

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Dubai, Sep 10 (IANS) India have included Sanju Samson and Kuldeep Yadav in their playing eleven as captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and elected to bowl first against UAE in the Men’s T20 Asia Cup Group A game at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Samson had been in contention with the returning Shubman Gill for the other opening slot, and the wicketkeeper-batter has been slotted at number five in the team sheet – a role where he hasn’t played much for India in T20Is a…

World Boxing C'ship: Nupur confirms first medal for India

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Liverpool, Sep 10 (IANS) World Boxing Cup Astana gold medallist Nupur continued her fine form to confirm India’s first medal at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool on Wednesday with a 4:1 win over Uzbekistan’s Oltinoy Sotimboeva in the women’s 80+kg quarterfinals. In a tactical bout that saw both boxers receive a point penalty for excessive holding, Nupur started strong in the opening round but saw her opponent, a former World Youth silver medallist and bronze medallist in Astana, …

World Archery C'ships: Indian recurve archers falter again, women’s team lose bronze

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Gwangju (South Korea), Sep 10 (IANS) India’s recurve archers once again came up short on the big stage as the women’s team fell to South Korea in the bronze medal playoff, while the mixed pair and men’s individual hopes also ended in disappointment at the World Championships on Wednesday. Desperate to end a decade-long medal drought in the recurve section, the women’s trio of Deepika Kumari, Gatha Khadake and Ankita Bhakat went down 3-5 against the formidable hosts. It was a missed oppor…

Women’s Hockey Asia Cup: India power past Korea in first Super4s clash

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Hangzhou, Sep 10 (IANS) Indian women’s hockey team defeated South Korea 4-2 in their first Super 4s clash here at the Gongshu Canal Sports Park Stadium on Wednesday to maintain their unbeaten start at the ongoing Women’s Asia Cup. Vaishnavi Phalke, Sangita Kumari, Lalremsiami, and Rutuja Pisal were the scorers for India while Kim Yujin scored both of Korea’s goals from penalty corners. India made a dream start, winning a penalty corner within the opening two minutes of the match. From the …

ISRL names Hyderabad as venue for round two

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Hyderabad, Sep 10 (IANS) The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) on Wednesday announced Hyderabad as the host city for round 2 of the league, naming GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Gachibowli as the venue for races. A symbolic exchange of the ISRL Helmet along with unveiling of the poster took place at the event, reflecting the strong collaboration between the league and the State Government in promoting the state’s sporting ecosystem.Applauding the role of ISRL in introducing international-…

9th National Pickleball Championship to be held from Sep 26 in Jammu 

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Jammu, Sep 10 (IANS) The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) is set to host its 9th National Pickleball Championship in Jammu City from September 26 to 28, bringing together around 300 players from more than 22 states.  This marks the first time that the rapidly growing racquet sport will be featured on such a major national stage in Jammu, reinforcing the city’s potential as an emerging sports hub.Since 2013, the AIPA has successfully hosted eight national-level championships in cities i…

Sri Lanka announce Athapaththu-led squad for upcoming Women’s ODI WC

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Colombo, Sep 10 (IANS) Co-hosts Sri Lanka have announced their squad, to be led by experienced campaigner Chamari Athapaththu, for the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup, set to take place from September 30 to November 2.Apart from Chamari, experienced trio of Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva and Anushka Sanjeewani will provide her with plenty of support with the bat. Adding youthful energy to the Sri Lankan squad are opener Vishmi Gunarathne, bowlers Dewmi Vihanga and Malki Madara.The t…

From Brahmaputra to classrooms: ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup trophy tour inspires Guwahati

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Guwahati, Sep 10 (IANS) The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour celebrated Guwahati’s cricketing spirit during its visit, as the city prepares to host the global showpiece for the first time in history.During its six-day tour, beginning on August 31, the prestigious trophy visited some of Guwahati’s most scenic and historic landmarks, including the War Memorial, Northbrook Gate, a ferry ride from Fancy Bazar Ghat capturing the sunset over the Brahmaputra River and the culturally…

Hong Kong Open: Sindhu faces early exit; Prannoy, Sen prevail 

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Hong Kong, Sep 10 (IANS) Ace shuttler PV Sindhu suffered an early exit at the Hong Kong Open Super 500 after losing to Denmark’s Line Christophersen in a three-game thriller on Wednesday. The two-time Olympic medallist, who had reached the World Championships quarterfinals last month, fell 21-15, 16-21, 19-21 in the round of 32. This was Sindhu’s first defeat in six meetings against European Championships silver medallist Christophersen and her sixth first-round exit on the BWF World Tour th…