Ayesha Naseem, Pakistan Cricket Star Announces Retirement
Pakistan cricket will miss the services of a bright young star in Ayesha Naseem, who reportedly announced her sudden retirement from the sport to lead a religious life according to Islam. The 18-year-old batter informed of her decision to Pakistan Cricket Board on July 20, when she is at her peak. of her career and as one of the rare hard-hitters of the cricket ball in women's cricket.
Tags: sports, Cricket, Pakistani Player, Ayesha Naseem
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
Asian Cricket Council Match, India V/S Pakistan On Sep 2
The Asian Cricket Council on July 19, announced the schedule for this year's Asia Cup tournament which will be played in Pakistan and Sri Lanka but hosted solely by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB.) The six-nation Asia Cup 2023 will consist of 13 one-day internationals in total with the opening game between Pakistan and Nepal in Multan on August 30.
Tags: India V/S Pakistan, Asia Cup, sports, Cricket, Indian sports
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Jyothi Yarraji Makes History With 100m Hurdles Gold!
Jyothi Yarraji opened India's gold medal account in the Asian Athletics Championships by winning the women's 100m hurdles race and clinching her maiden top finish in a major international event. The 23-year-old Yarraji clocked 13.09 seconds to win the final race ahead of two Japanese runners Terada Asuka (13.13s) and Aoki Masumi (13.26s) on a rain-drenched track at the Supachalasai Stadium. Yarraji's national record stands at 12.82 seconds.… read-more
Tags: Jyothi Yarraji, 100 m race, sports, National, Gold Medal
Courtesy: The Press Trust of India
Pakistan To Host International Olympic Hockey Qualifying Round
Pakistan is set to host an international hockey event after nearly 19 years with the Olympic qualifying rounds to the country for early next year. The International Hockey Federation (FIH) allocated the qualifier match to Pakistan, which last hosted an FIH event back in 2004, will host eight teams in Lahore from January 13 to 24 next year, which would be the first match in 20 years for Pakistani hockey fans.
Tags: sports, Olympics, Hockey qualifying, Pakistan Host
Courtesy: The Press Trust of India
Tennis Squad Announced For Asia Games 2023
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on June 20, announced a 12-member squad for the continental quadrennial games. Men's Squad: Rohan Bopanna (captain,) Sumit Nagal, Sasikumar Mukund, Ramkumar Ramanathan, Yuki Bhambri, Rohan Bopanna and Saketh Myneni. Women's Squad: Rutuja Bhosle, Ankita Raina, Karman Kaur Thandi, Prarthana Thombare, Vaidehi Chaudhari, Sahaja Yamlapalli; non-playing captain: Ankita Bhambri. The Asian Games will begin in… read-more
Tags: Asia Games, TENNIS, 2023 Sports, Indian Association, sports
Courtesy: Zee News India
Dilip Vengsarkar Says BCCI Selection Committee Lacks Vision
One such cricketing stalwart, Dilip Vengsarkar, has now weighed in on the selection committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), taking a subtle dig at certain selectors whom he believes lack vision and a deep understanding of their roles. The statement came amid the criticism and disappointment surrounding the Indian cricket team's recent failure to secure ICC title. Now, India is set to play Asia Cup 2023.
Tags: Indian National Team, BCCI, Dilip Vengsarkar, sports, ICC Team
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Inspiring! Mason's Daughter Wins Silver at Asian U-20 Championship
In an inspiring story, Pooja, coming from a modest background and with no previous sports experience, bagged a Silver Medal, at the high jump event at Asian U-20. She trained with her coach Balwant Patra, in the most difficult situations, with limited access of equipment. Pooja's journey is a testimony to her sheer determination and the unwavering support of her mentor and family. Her achievement is an encouragement to others.
Tags: sports, high jump, Asian Championship, Pooja
Courtesy: Indian Express
Wrestlers Meet Amit Shah In His Delhi's Official Residence
The protesting wrestlers met with the Union Home Minister Amit Shah, at his residence in Delhi. Although the details of the meeting are not disclosed, but it lasted for over two hours and is said to be fruitful. It is to be noted, the crucial meeting between Amit Shah and the wrestlers came after the five-day ultimatum given to the central government, demanding arrest of WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan.
Tags: Indian government, sports, wrestlers, Amit Shah, meeting, Brij Bhushan
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CSK Captain MS Dhoni To Seek Medical Advice For Knee Injury
Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan on Wednesday confirmed that MS Dhoni will be seeking medical advice to treat his nagging knee injury, adding that the skipper will only take a call on whether he needs surgery or not. MS Dhoni managed knee injury throughout the IPL 2023 campaign. Dhoni was seen sporting a knee brace on the eve of the Chennai Super KIngs' opener against Gujarat Titans.
Tags: MS DHONI, CSK Captain, Knee Injury, sports, Cricket
Courtesy: India Today
Dhoni Led CSK Wins IPL 2023 Trophy As Wins Final Against GT
The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) concluded with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) winning the trophy, for a fifth time. In the final match, which was held at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, the CSK won by five wickets, against the newly added Gujarat Titans. CSK scored 171/5 in 15 overs, whereas GT scored 214/4 in 20 overs. The overs for CSK was reduced to 15, amid weather.
Tags: sports, Indian Cricket, MS DHONI, ipl 2023, CSK V/S GT
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal