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14-Year-Old Dhinidhi Desinghu Makes History as India's Youngest Olympic Swimmer

At just 14 years of age, Dhinidhi Desinghu has become the youngest Indian swimmer to compete at the Olympics. Hailing from Bengaluru, she represented India in the 200m freestyle event at the Paris 2024 Summer Games. Despite finishing 23rd out of 31 competitors with a time of 2:06.96,

Cricket

ICC Bans Pune Devils Coach and Co-Owners for Corruption

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has imposed bans on Ashar Zaidi, Parag Sanghavi, and Krishan Kumar Choudhary for their involvement in corrupt activities during the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 league. Zaidi, the batting coach of the Pune Devils team, has been banned for five years from all cricket activities. Sanghavi

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Vinesh Phogat Disqualified from Olympics: WFI Demands Action Against Coaches

Vinesh Phogat's Olympic Disqualification: WFI President Demands Action Against Coaches and Support Staff India's wrestling contingent in Paris has come under fire after Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Olympics due to weight gain. Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has urged the

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Pakistan Retains Senior Trio for Bangladesh Test Series

Pakistan's Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh has been announced, with senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi retained despite calls for a significant overhaul following a disappointing T20 World Cup performance. The decision to retain the experienced trio was influenced by

Tennis

Nadal's 2005 Roland Garros Shirt Sells for Record $113,924

Rafael Nadal's Iconic 2005 Roland Garros Shirt Sells for Record-Breaking Price In a testament to the enduring legacy of Rafael Nadal, his iconic green-patterned Nike T-shirt from his maiden Roland Garros triumph in 2005 has fetched a record-breaking price at auction. The shirt, which has become synonymous with

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Ranjan Madugalle Becomes First Match Referee to Officiate 400 ODIs

Ranjan Madugalle, a veteran match referee, has etched his name in cricket history by becoming the first to officiate 400 One-Day Internationals (ODIs). This milestone was achieved during the third ODI between India and Sri Lanka at Khettarama. Madugalle's illustrious career as a match referee spans over three

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Sri Lanka Bat First in Decisive ODI Against India, Aiming for Series Win

Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, has opted to bat first in the decisive third ODI against India in Colombo. The hosts, who lead the series 1-0, are aiming to secure their first bilateral ODI series victory over India since 1997. Asalanka expressed confidence in his decision to bat, citing

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India Faces Series Defeat Threat in Final ODI Against Sri Lanka

The third and final ODI between India and Sri Lanka is set to commence, with the match referee Ranjan Madugalle officiating his 400th ODI. India, led by Rohit Sharma, has made two changes to their lineup, bringing in Rishabh Pant and Riyan Parag for KL Rahul and Arshdeep Singh. Sri

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Ashleigh Gardner's WPL Contract: A Life-Changing Moment in Women's Cricket

Ashleigh Gardner's life took a dramatic turn after a FaceTime call during the T20 World Cup. The auction for the inaugural Women's Premier League (WPL) was underway, and Gardner watched in disbelief as her bid soared to INR 3.2 crore. This life-changing sum, equivalent to

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Vinesh Phogat Disqualified from Olympic Gold-Medal Bout Due to Overweight

Vinesh Phogat, India's trailblazing wrestler, made history on Tuesday by becoming the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final. However, her triumph was short-lived as she was disqualified from the gold-medal bout on Wednesday due to being overweight. Phogat was scheduled to face American Sarah Hildebrand

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Australia A Edge India A by Five Runs in Thrilling T20 Opener

Australia A emerged victorious in the first T20 match of India A's multiformat tour, securing a hard-fought five-run victory at Allan Border Field. Tahlia Wilson's blistering half-century (50 off 33) laid the foundation for Australia A's innings. She shared a 74-run opening stand with

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Armand Duplantis Breaks World Record for Ninth Time, Soaring to 6.25 Meters

Armand Duplantis, the Swedish-American pole vaulter, has once again etched his name in the annals of sports history by breaking the world record for the ninth time. At the Stade de France in Paris, Duplantis soared over a height of 6.25 meters, surpassing his previous record of 6.24

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Afghanistan Batter Ihsanullah Janat Banned for Corruption

Ihsanullah Janat, a prominent Afghanistan top-order batter, has been suspended from all cricket-related activities for five years due to corruption allegations. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced the ban on Wednesday, effective immediately. The ACB's investigation revealed that Janat violated Article 2.1.1 of the ICC Anti-Corruption

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India Intensifies Preparations for Crucial ODI Decider Against Sri Lanka

With the ODI series against Sri Lanka hanging in the balance, the Indian cricket team intensified their preparations on Tuesday ahead of the crucial third and final ODI in Colombo on Wednesday. The first ODI ended in a thrilling tie last Friday, while Sri Lanka emerged victorious in the second

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Manu Bhaker Returns Home as Olympic Medalist, Receives Grand Welcome

Star pistol shooter Manu Bhaker made a triumphant return to India on Wednesday, greeted by a jubilant crowd of supporters and family members at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Bhaker's historic feat of winning two medals at the Tokyo Olympics, a bronze in the women'

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Naseem Shah Returns, Saud Shakeel Named Vice-Captain for Pakistan's Bangladesh Tests

Pakistan's Test squad has undergone significant changes for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh, with the return of fast bowler Naseem Shah and the appointment of Saud Shakeel as vice-captain. Shah, who last played a Test in July 2021, has been recalled after impressing in domestic cricket. He

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Vinesh Phogat's Olympic Medal: A Triumph for Justice and Resilience

Vinesh Phogat's Olympic dream was not just about personal glory; it was a battle for a greater cause. The wrestler spent the past year leading protests against alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers by the former President of the Wrestlers' Federation of India (WFI), Brij Bhushan Sharan

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Olympic Gold Medalist Carlos Yulo Accuses Mother of Financial Misappropriation

Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo has publicly addressed his ongoing rift with his mother, Angelica Yulo, in a viral TikTok video. The Filipino gymnast accused his mother of misappropriating funds from his bank account, which she had access to. Yulo also confirmed that his girlfriend, Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose, is

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Safiullin Favored Over Struggling Davidovich Fokina in Montreal

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina's recent struggles have cast doubt on his status as the favorite against Roman Safiullin at the National Bank Open in Montreal. The Spaniard has endured a challenging few months, plagued by injuries and inconsistent form. Davidovich Fokina's promising start in Atlanta, where he

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Brazil Beats Spain 4-2, Reaches Olympic Women's Soccer Final

Brazil's women's soccer team has secured a spot in the Olympic final after a thrilling 4-2 victory over world champion Spain. The match, played at Stade de Marseille, saw Brazil take an early lead through an own goal by Irene Paredes and extend their advantage with

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Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif Advances to Olympic Final Amid Gender Controversy

The Paris Olympics has been embroiled in a gender controversy involving Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting. Despite the controversy, Khelif has advanced to the final of the women's 66kg category, guaranteeing herself at least a silver medal. Khelif's victory over Thailand'

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Vinesh Phogat Secures Gold Medal Match Spot in Paris Olympics Wrestling

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has secured a spot in the gold medal match of the women's Freestyle 50kg event at the Paris Olympics. Phogat's historic victory came after an emphatic 5-0 win over Yusneylis Guzman Lopez of Cuba in the semifinals. Phogat's journey to

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Bengaluru FC Extends Durand Cup Winning Streak, Mohammedan Sporting Fights Back

Former Indian Super League champions Bengaluru FC extended their winning streak in the 133rd Durand Cup, securing a 3-2 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club on Tuesday. The triumph marked the completion of their Group B league assignment with an unblemished record, propelling them into the quarterfinals. Bengaluru FC, fielding a

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India's Sreejesh Urges Team to Focus on Bronze Medal After Semifinal Loss

Indian hockey goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh urged his team to seize their second chance at an Olympic medal in Paris 2024, despite their heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Germany in the semifinals of the Tokyo Olympics. Sreejesh, who will retire from international hockey after the bronze medal match against Spain on

Tennis

Novak Djokovic Completes Career Golden Slam with Olympic Gold

August 4, 2024, marked a historic day in the annals of tennis as Novak Djokovic cemented his status as the most prolific player in the Open Era. The Serbian maestro, adorned in his signature red attire, collapsed to the hallowed red dirt of Court Philippe-Chatrier, tears streaming down his face.