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India Unveils Draft Sports Policy for Modernization and Progress The Ministry of Sports has released a Draft Sports Policy for public consultation, aiming to modernize and update the current framework in line with India's evolving sporting landscape. The policy, once finalized, will serve as a model for states
Tennis
Caroline Garcia, the former world No. 4 tennis player, has announced her decision to pursue business studies at Harvard University's prestigious Harvard Business School. This move comes as Garcia takes an extended break from tennis due to a lingering shoulder injury and mental health concerns. Garcia's
Tennis
Matteo Berrettini, the former Wimbledon finalist, is determined to secure a seeding at the upcoming Australian Open in January. A strong performance at the Shanghai Masters 1000 tournament could significantly boost his chances. Berrettini made a successful return to the Shanghai tournament on Thursday, defeating Christopher O'Connell in
Cricket
India-Australia Rivalry Evolves into Respect, Says Virat Kohli The intense rivalry between India and Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has undergone a significant transformation over the years, according to batting maestro Virat Kohli. Initially characterized by fierce competition and heated exchanges, the relationship has shifted towards mutual respect, particularly after
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Former Australian wicketkeeper-batter Brad Haddin has lauded Indian skipper Rohit Sharma for his astute leadership in guiding India to a remarkable victory in the rain-affected Kanpur Test against Bangladesh. Haddin believes that India's aggressive approach and unwavering determination to win, even in challenging conditions, bodes well for their
Cricket
Pakistan and Sri Lanka kicked off the Women's Asia Cup 2023 in Sharjah with a thrilling encounter. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana opted to bat first, citing the slow wicket and low bounce. Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu, on the other hand, was content to chase, given her
Cricket
Tilly Corteen-Coleman, the 17-year-old spinner who impressed in the Women's Hundred, has been named in England's 15-player squad for the upcoming Women's Under-19 World Cup in Malaysia. Corteen-Coleman made a strong debut for Southern Brave in the Hundred, dismissing Australia's Meg Lanning.
Tennis
Second seed Riya Bhatia faced a stern test in the quarterfinals of the Fenesta National tennis championship, battling past Yubrani Banerjee 6-3, 2-6, 7-6(5) at the DLTA Complex on Thursday. Bhatia, a former champion and ranked 338th in the world in 2020, relied on her power play to take
Cricket
Usman Qadir, the 31-year-old legspinner, has bid farewell to Pakistan cricket, ending a four-year journey that began with a return from Australia and a commitment to his homeland. Qadir's international debut came in a T20I series against Zimbabwe, where he made an immediate impact with eight wickets in
Cricket
Pakistan cricket has been in a downward spiral, with lackluster performances at the 2023 ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup, as well as their first-ever Test series defeat to Bangladesh on home soil. Former Pakistan opener Mudassar Nazar blames the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the escalating tension between
Cricket
Pakistan Women Elect to Bat First in T20 World Cup Clash Against Sri Lanka In a highly anticipated clash at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Pakistan Women have won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka Women. The match marks a significant moment
Cricket
India's quest for their maiden Women's T20 World Cup title is fueled by the recent triumph of the men's team, who ended a long trophy drought by winning the Men's T20 World Cup earlier this year. The Indian women's team