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India could field same women's squad for World Cup, Asian Games, hints coach Marijne

India's women's hockey team will likely field a consistent squad for the upcoming World Cup and Asian Games, with coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasising the latter as the Olympic qualifier. The World Cup will serve as crucial preparation, leveraging high-pressure matches to boost confidence for the Asian Games.

The Economic Times

India to send 125-130 athletes to CWG; IOA won't interfere in selection matters: Raghuram Iyer

India is sending 125-130 athletes to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, competing in eight able-bodied and four para sports. This scaled-down event follows Victoria's withdrawal, with Glasgow stepping in as host. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is also planning for the much larger Asian Games and remains in dialogue with the…

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Sooryavanshi, 15, to travel with parents on India cricket tours

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can have his parents travel with him on India'on Sunday, a day after the 15-year-old batting sensation earned his first senior international call-up. Sooryavanshi was named in India's T20 squad for the tours to Ireland and England, and the Asian Games, after sweeping the batting honours in this…

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Suryakumar Yadav is too good a player to be dropped, hope he's rested: MSK Prasad

Suryakumar Yadav's removal from India's T20I squad has surprised former chief selector MSK Prasad. He believes Yadav, like Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, has been rested. Shreyas Iyer will captain the team for upcoming series in Ireland, England, and the Asian Games. Prasad also advocated for Rajat Patidar's inclusion and…

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Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya to be preserved for longer formats: Agarkar makes selection policy clear

Indian cricketers Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya will not tour Ireland and England. The selection panel is prioritizing their fitness for Test and ODI formats. Bumrah will play in the Asian Games and focus on longer formats. Pandya will also be managed for one-day cricket. This strategy aims to ensure…

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Shreyas Iyer all set to be named India's new T20I captain for UK tour

Shreyas Iyer will lead India in T20s against Ireland and England. He will also captain the squad for the Asian Games in Japan. Suryakumar Yadav is dropped due to poor form. Tilak Varma is expected to be vice-captain. Young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may debut. Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall is also a possibility…

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Asian Games: No Suryakumar Yadav or Shubman Gill in BCCI's longlist; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among 30 probables

India's cricket board has named a 30-player longlist for the Asian Games. Key players like Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill are absent. This is due to a clash with the West Indies white-ball series. Two separate T20 teams will be selected. Jasprit Bumrah and Ruturaj Gaikwad are also on the…

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Olympian Vinesh Phogat wins second bout in Asian Games selection trial

Vinesh Phogat began her Asian Games selection trials with a dominant win. The Wrestling Federation of India reversed its decision, allowing Vinesh to compete in the 53kg category. This followed a controversy and a High Court directive. Antim Panghal also made a swift winning start. The trials determine representation at…

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Asia No.1 trap shooter Zoravar Singh not to be part of India shooting squad for Asian Games

Zoravar Singh Sandhu, Asia's No. 1 trap shooter, has been omitted from the Indian team for the Asian Games. Despite a bronze at the World Championships and a world ranking of No. 6, his scores in domestic trials led to his exclusion.

The Economic Times

Sports Ministry trashes reports of turning cricketers into baseball players

The Sports Ministry has dismissed rumours about plans to convert cricket aspirants into baseball players for potential medals at the Asian Games or Olympics, clarifying that such proposals were never explored or deliberated at any forum.

The Times of India

Two top coaches to train elite Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Two prominent coaches, Jamaica's Jerry Lee Holness and Germany's Ronald Wiegel, will be training Indian athletes in the present Olympic cycle. Their initial assignment will be the forthcoming World Championships in Tokyo, and subsequently the Asian Games in 2026.

The Times of India

Sports minister pitches for kho kho's inclusion in Asian Games, 2036 Olympics

India's Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, is committed to push for kho-kho's inclusion in the Asian Games after India won the inaugural world cup at home recently, saying that coordinated efforts would be essential to secure the sport's inclusion in both the Asian Games and the 2036…

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Asian Games medallist Kiran Baliyan tests positive, Bajrang Punia missing from latest list of suspended athletes

Indian shot-putter Kiran Baliyan has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after testing positive for a banned substance. Baliyan, who won a bronze medal at the Asian Games, tested positive for metandienone, an anabolic steroid.

The Times of India

With wind behind its sails, Indian hockey eyes 'high five' at men's Asian Champions Trophy

The first half of the next four-year Olympic cycle will set Indian hockey's tone for Los Angeles 2028. The coming 24 months will culminate with two major assignments -- the World Cup and the Asian Games, both in 2026 -- for which coach Craig Fulton will start arranging the chess…

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New president of OCA Randhir Singh reveals agenda

NEW DELHI: When Randhir Singh becomes the next president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on Sunday, he would prioritize attracting more sponsors to the Asian Games and improving marketing for them, the seasoned administrator told Reuters.

The Times of India

Japan bowl out Mongolia for 12, second lowest total in T20I history

NEW DELHI: In a humiliating display of cricketing prowess, Mongolia suffered a crushing 205-run defeat against hosts Japan in Sano on Wednesday, just seven months after their international debut at the Asian Games.

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I felt like a rookie… I had to rebuild my strength and endurance from scratch: Mirabai Chanu

Mirabai Chanu's journey from injury to recovery, aiming for Paris Olympics, facing tough competition, and handling pressure as an Olympic medallist.

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TOISA: Celebration of Indian sporting triumphs

UP CM Yogi Adityanath to felicitate sportspersons for bringing glory to the country

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TOISA 2023: Indian teams in race for Team of the Year award

NEW DELHI: In a year brimming with individual brilliance from Indian athletes, several teams have carved their names into the annals of their respective sports, earning accolades and nominations for the prestigious TOISA 2023 Team of the Year award.

The Times of India

TOISA 2023: Equestrian riders in the running for the trophy

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

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TOISA 2023: Equestrians in the running for the trophy

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

The Times of India

TOISA 2023 Nominees: Rowers in the fray for top honours

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

The Times of India

TOISA 2023 Nominees: The boxers in the fray for top honours

NEW DELHI: India's top boxers, who made history at the international arena last year and have been nominated for the prestigious Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023, are all set to battle for the top honours in the men's and women's categories. Come February 23, and the winner of…

The Times of India

Jyothi Surekha Vennam threatens to move court over Khel Ratna 'snub'

NEW DELHI: India’s World No. 1 compound archer in both mixed and team events, Jyothi Surekha Vennam, has expressed deep disappointment at being ignored for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award this year, despite producing a sensational performance at the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

The Hindu

Dipa shifts focus to Paris 2024 Olympics

Dipa Karmakar, 2016 Rio Olympics 4th-place finisher, is determined to earn a Paris 2024 quota place despite being dropped from the Asian Games entry list.

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