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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.

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

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

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.

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.