Author: Sakshi Shukla

India’s badminton star PV Sindhu crashed out of the Paris Olympics in 2024. This 29-year-old, seen as a strong bet for adding another Olympic medal to her tally, stumbled in the pre-quarterfinals, losing to China’s He Bingjiao in two straight sets. Sindhu had kicked off the tournament on a high note, taking charge in her group-stage games against Estonia’s Kristan Kubba and the Maldives’ Fathimath Abdul Razzaq. However, this upset was a major blow. It stung because Sindhu snagged a silver in Rio 2016 and a bronze in Tokyo 2020. Decision to Chill for a Bit After that letdown, Sindhu…

Showing off impressive skills and a strong will to win, Sreeja Akula, India’s rising star in table tennis, moved into the pre-quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics 2024. She’s now in the same league as Manika Batra, a veteran in the sport. This standout performance has boosted India’s chances for table tennis glory and put a spotlight on the increasing strength of Indian sports stars worldwide. Sreeja Akula’s Journey Toward Triumph Sreeja Akula, noted for quick moves and smart strategies, rocked it with an awesome display in her last game. Her path to the pre-quarterfinals included a bunch of tough training…

Team India’s vice-captain, Shubman Gill, will sit out the third T20I against Sri Lanka because of a worsened neck spasm hitting the squad hard. The Indian team already struggling in the series, finds this situation throwing a wrench in their plans. What’s Up with the Injury: Being a key player in India’s offense, Shubman Gill felt some trouble before the second T20I started. He got help from the medics right away, but it looks like things haven’t gotten better leaving him out for the game everyone’s been waiting for. The Indian team management is worried about not having Gill around,…

Manu Bhaker carved her name into Indian sports history books as the country’s debut medalist at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking a milestone. Her climb to podium glory showcases her commitment, sharp shooting skills, and non-stop chase for greatness. Growing Up and Discovering Shooting Manu Bhaker entered the world on February 18, 2002, and her hometown is Jhajjar Haryana. Early on, she showed a real knack for sports trying out stuff like boxing, karate, and skating. Shooting though won her over. She hit the local shooting range at just 14 and showed everyone she had mad skills. It didn’t take…

Introduction In a thrilling semi-final of the Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024, India beat Bangladesh by 10 wickets earning a place in the final. The match in Dambulla showed how good the Indian women’s cricket team is, with Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana leading the way. This article looks at the main points of the match, standout performances, and what’s next for the winning Indian team. Match Overview India’s path to the final shows steady play and smart planning. Their game against Bangladesh in the semi-final proved this, as they controlled both bowling and batting. India Bowls with Power Bangladesh…

In a move that has stunned cricket fans, former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has performed a U-turn concerning his opinion of Rohit Sharma, drawing fierce criticism from another former cricketer. Gambhir, long known for his blunt and honest opinions on matters of cricket, has in the past not spoken of Sharma in glowing terms. These words of praise, however, have not gone unnoticed. Most observers of the game, myself included, have taken it as a sequence of events that puts public opinion about sports in quite a complex light and immediately invites discussion. India’s 2007 T20 and 2011 ODI World…

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has expressed his displeasure with the appointment of Suryakumar Yadav as T20I captain for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. Srikkanth was candid in his assessment of the strategy being implemented by Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of selectors, and head coach Gautam Gambhir who was marshaling the selection process. New Role for Suryakumar Yadav The selection of the Indian squad for the Sri Lanka series also saw Gambhir taking over as head coach, starting a fresh era. Suryakumar Yadav — who goes by the nickname SKY– has been handed over the captaincy of T20I, a…

Only one word describes this ongoing tale of excitement and cut-throat competition in this Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024 game between India and Nepal. The Indian eves have just given another example of why they are right on top of their game by setting a very stiff target for Nepal. We take you through all the moments in the encounter below. India’s strong batting performance Opting to bat first, India made their intentions clear right from the outset. A terrific start was set for India by Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana at the opening end. Verma, the brash character with…

The Gautam Gambhir-Ajit Agarkar era is going to change the Indian cricketing scene, with these stalwarts playing important roles in deciding the fortunes of the Indian side. Both come in with loads of experience, loads of new ideas to help India move into newer territories. This article unravels their vision, strategies, and their future impact on Indian cricket. The New Roles Gautam Gambhir: An ex-Indian opener who played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup win in 2007 and ICC ODI World Cup 2011, Gautam Gambhir has since moved onto an important position within cricket administration. With a reputation…

India registered an emphatic win against the United Arab Emirates in an exciting game of cricket during the ongoing Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024. India played brilliantly in all departments, outshining UAE with the ball and the bat. The exhilarating display of cricket by the Indian side was a strong statement of intent at the beginning of the tournament. India’s Dominance with the Bat Opening Highlights: While opting to bat first, India performed brilliantly with the bat to set a competitive target. Shafali Verma, the opening order master blaster, was the star performer, scoring a whirlwind 65 off 40 balls.…