Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:55pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
After a 34-year hiatus, India will host the 2025 Men's Asia Cup, as announced by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). This will be India's first time hosting the tournament since 1990/91. The 2025 edition will feature T20 matches, while the 2027 tournament in Bangladesh will be played in the ODI format. India is also set to host multiple ICC events in the coming years, including the 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup and the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup. Bangladesh will host the Women's T20 World Cup in 2024 and continue its role in the Asia Cup.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:27pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
In their second Pool B match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, India’s men’s hockey team secured a 1-1 draw against Argentina. Lucas Martinez gave Argentina the lead with a goal in the second quarter. India struggled to find an equalizer until captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a crucial goal in the 59th minute, converting a penalty corner. This draw marks the second tie between the teams in hockey history. India will next face Ireland, who lost 1-2 to Australia, on July 30.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:44pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
The Indian men's archery team exited the Paris Olympics 2024 in the quarter-finals, suffering a 6-2 defeat to Turkiye. Archers Dhiraj Bommadevara and Tarundeep Rai failed to replicate their earlier stellar performances. Despite a valiant effort, the team couldn't secure a win, marking a disappointing end to their campaign. This loss highlights the challenges and fierce competition at the Olympic level, leaving the team to regroup and strategize for future tournaments.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:04pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Lakshya Sen clinched his first official points at the Paris Olympics by defeating Belgium's Julien Carraggi in men's badminton singles. In a match lasting 43 minutes, Sen displayed his resilience and skill, winning 21-19, 21-14. Trailing initially, he raised his game at crucial moments to secure a hard-fought victory in the first game. The win boosts Sen's confidence as he progresses in the tournament, representing India's strong presence in Olympic badminton.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:32am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics, Arjun Babuta narrowly missed a medal, finishing fourth in the 10m air rifle men’s final. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh secured their place in the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze medal match. However, Rhythm Sangwan and Arjun Singh Cheema failed to advance. In the women’s 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal finished in 7th place. The men’s badminton doubles team, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, had their Group C match against Germany’s Seidel and Lamsfuss canceled, making their next game crucial. Men’s archery team also competes in the quarterfinals.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:59am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Lakshya Sen’s 21-8, 22-20 win over Guatemala's Kevin Cordon in the badminton men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics has been nullified after Cordon withdrew from the event due to a left elbow injury. As per BWF General Competition Regulations, the result was deleted, affecting Sen's ranking based on his remaining Group L matches. Sen will next face Julien Carraggi on July 29. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker secured India's first medal, winning bronze in the 10m Women's Air Pistol event with a score of 221.7, marking a historic achievement for Indian shooting.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:59am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh qualified for the bronze medal round in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. In the women's 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing in 7th place. Jindal displayed strong performances but couldn't secure a top finish. In badminton, India's Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa lost the first game 21-11 to Japan's Nami/Chiharu in the women’s doubles. The competition continues as athletes vie for top honors.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:28am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
India's Olympic hopefuls are poised for a medal surge on Monday at the Paris Olympics 2024. After Manu Bhaker secured a bronze in the 10m Air Pistol, India could add up to five more medals. Bhaker will compete in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event, alongside Sarabjot Singh and Rhythm Sangwan with Arjun Cheema Singh, aiming for the podium. Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta will compete in their respective 10m Air Rifle finals. Additionally, the Indian men's archery team will vie for a spot in the medal rounds in their quarterfinal match.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:09am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
India's tennis hopes at the Paris Olympics were dashed in a single day as Sumit Nagal and the men's doubles team of Rohan Bopanna and N Sriram Balaji were eliminated in their opening matches. Nagal lost a three-set battle to Corentin Moutet, 2-6, 6-4, 5-7, despite a strong recovery. In the men's doubles, Bopanna and Balaji were defeated by Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Gael Monfils, 5-7, 2-6. The losses mark a disappointing end to India's tennis campaign, with Bopanna's match potentially being his final representation for India in major events.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:02am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Following Manu Bhaker's bronze medal win, Indian shooters Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta aim to add to India's medal tally today at the Paris Olympics. Ramita competes in the Women's 10m Air Rifle Final at 13:00 IST, while Arjun takes part in the Men's 10m Air Rifle Final at 15:30 IST. Both hope to build on their strong qualification performances. Other key events for India on July 29 include badminton matches, hockey against Argentina, and table tennis featuring Manika Batra. The nation eagerly watches as its athletes strive for Olympic glory.