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Dipa Karmakar lashes out at sports ministry, SAI over her Asiad exclusion despite not fulfilling criteria

NEW DELHI: Gymnast Dipa Karmakar used the occasion of Independence Day to vent her ire on the Sports Authority of India (SAI) over her exclusion from the Indian gymnastics contingent for the Hangzhou Asian Games, despite topping the selection trials held in Bhubaneswar on July 11 and 12.

The Times of India · Aug 15, 2023

Asian Games exclusion is de-motivating and discouraging: Dipa Karmakar

NEW DELHI: Left out of the Indian squad for the Asian Games, a fuming Dipa Karmakar on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Sports Ministry for leaving her de-motivated and discouraged with their "deafening silence".

The Times of India · Aug 15, 2023

Iran women’s kabaddi team on a raid to defend Asian Games title

Iran women's kabaddi team, led by coach Shailaja Jain, is in Mumbai for a practice tour ahead of the Asian Games. Despite the pandemic, the team is determined to defend their gold medal from the 2018 Asian Games. With Shailaja's guidance, the team is confident of overcoming any challenges to…

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

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Asian Champions Trophy: India ticks the right boxes ahead of Asian Games but there is still a lot of work to do

India win Asian Champions Trophy 4-3 vs Malaysia, displaying resilience, confidence & discipline. Team's fitness, ability to take decisions & younger players stepping up key to success. Paddy Upton's presence to help team stay disciplined & calm under pressure.

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

Finals are cagier, they never go smooth: Craig Fulton after India's ACT title win

NEW DELHI: As the Indian hockey team rallied from a two-goal deficit to beat Malaysia 4-3 in the Asian Champions Trophy final, head coach Craig Fulton said winning the title will 'really count' as the team aims for the Asian Games gold to guarantee automatic qualification to the 2024 Paris…

The Times of India · Aug 13, 2023

Asian Champions Trophy title triumph over Malaysia will ‘really count’ as India prepare for Asian Games: Fulton

India hockey team fought back from two goals down to win 4-3 over Malaysia in ACT final, setting sights on Asian Games gold for automatic qualification to 2024 Paris Olympics. Coach Fulton said it was important to have a game like this as it "really counts" and praised team's character…

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

2026 Commonwealth Games not on the radar, India looking to host the 2036 Olympics: Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

India keen to host 2036 Olympics; 2026 CWG not in radar. Sports Minister Anurag Thakur reiterates govt's desire to host Olympics, outlines criteria for Asian Games participation. Relaxation of rules for Asian Games contingent requires certain criteria & performances. Strict action against federations not falling in line post Asian Games.

The Hindu · Aug 12, 2023

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Dipa Karmakar's Asiad dream over; Nayak lone entry in gymnastics after men's team fails to fulfil ministry's criteria

NEW DELHI: Gymnast Dipa Karmakar won't travel to Hangzhou for the upcoming Asian Games. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Friday rejected her request for inclusion in the final list of Indian athletes in individual events for the continental multisport event, TOI can confirm.

The Times of India · Aug 11, 2023

Younger lot has turned it around for Malaysia: Arul Selvaraj

CHENNAI: Heading into the Asian Champions Trophy, Malaysia were not particularly brimming with excitement. Their head coach A Arul Selvaraj was a bit upset with ACT's scheduling as he felt that the continental tournament disrupted his team's preparations for the Hangzhou Asian Games.

The Times of India · Aug 11, 2023

'Shocked' Shikhar Dhawan determined to make national comeback after exclusion from Asian Games squad

NEW DELHI: Senior India batter Shikhar Dhawan was "bit shocked" by his absence from the Asian Games squad but remains keen to make a national comeback in the near future.

The Times of India · Aug 10, 2023

More than 900 samples collected for dope tests by NADA in June and July ahead of Asian Games, 199 from athletics

NEW DELHI: The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) collected more than 900 dope samples from athletes of various sports, with a whopping 199 coming from track and field, in June and July ahead of the upcoming Asian Games.

The Times of India · Aug 10, 2023

GFI laments SAI scuttling men's team trip to Hangzhou

PUNE: The Sports Authority of India's (SAI) role in approving athletes' Asian Games participation has come under fresh scrutiny, with the men's gymnastics team claiming they have been overlooked despite fulfilling the eligibility criteria set out by the government.

The Times of India · Aug 10, 2023

GFI advocates gymnasts’ Asian Games participation in letter to SAI

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The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Jyothi Surekha sets her sights on Asian Games gold

Asian Games, World Championships

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

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The Times of India · Aug 8, 2023

FIBA recognizes Arjuna's BFI, Indian basketball teams to participate in Asian Games

NAGPUR: Finally, Indian cagers can heave a sigh of relief as FIBA gave recognition to the newly elected body of Basketball Federation of India on Monday. Two months ago, the world governing body of basketball (FIBA) had barred participation of Indian teams, citing 'third-party interference' after turmoil in the BFI…

The Times of India · Aug 7, 2023

Selection policy 'fair and transparent', says BFI in reply filed in HC on boxers' petition

NEW DELHI: The Boxing Federation of India on Monday told the Punjab and Haryana High Court that its selection policy was totally "fair and transparent", responding to a petition filed by three boxers, including Amit Panghal, over their non-selection for the upcoming Asian Games.

The Times of India · Aug 7, 2023

Dipa Karmakar dropped for Asian Games, requests relaxation in eligibility criteria

NEW DELHI: Dipa Karmakar, who changed the face of gymnastics in India after her ground-breaking fourth-place finish in the women's vault final at the Rio Olympics 2016, hasn't been recommended in the final list of athletes in individual events for the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, scheduled from September 23…

The Times of India · Aug 6, 2023

Asian Games probable judoka Jasleen Singh Saini fails dope test

NEW DELHI: Jasleen Singh Saini, a promising Judoka and a potential contender for the Asian Games, tested positive for a banned substance during an in-competition test at the Taipei Open last month, according to sources.

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The Hindu · Aug 6, 2023

Two-way contest between Brij Bhushan loyalist Sanjay Singh and 2010 CWG champion Anita Sheoran for WFI president's post

Sanjay/Anita to contest for WFI President; 16 candidates from Brij Bhushan camp to contest all 15 posts; RSPB sec. Lochab & Dushyant Sharma for Treasurer; Jai Prakash withdraws from President & Sec-Gen; Coaches Jagmander & Hargobind not accompanying Indian wrestling team for Asian Games.

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023

Asian Champions Trophy: Tough challenge in the form of table-topper Malaysia awaits Craig Fulton’s India

For a team with a disproportionate share of victories in its face-offs, India has never been very comfortable against Malaysia. The host would be hoping to do better than the draw it managed the last time the two met but it won’t be easy. Craig Fulton’s men have had contrasting…

The Hindu · Aug 4, 2023

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Wasteful India held to 1-1 draw by Japan

India dominated the possession, controlled the game, earned a bagful of chances and wasted them equally quickly to split points with Japan with a 1-1 draw on Friday in a game that raises more questions on its preparations ahead of the big-ticket Asian Games than ever. It was a case…

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2023

Wushu player Owais Sarwar and a minor swimmer fail dope tests ahead of Asian Games

NEW DELHI: Asian Games bound Wushu player Owais Sarwar Ahenger and a minor swimmer have been handed provisional suspensions by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after the two athletes failed their dope tests.

The Hindu · Aug 2, 2023

Asian Champions Trophy: Final chance for India to fine-tune before Hangzhou

India returns to int'l hockey in Chennai; Korea, Japan, Pak, Malaysia also in fray. India faces China in opener, hopes to adjust to fast turf & avoid complacency. Korea, Japan, Pak, Malaysia also in fray, all keen to start on winning note. India's last chance to try plans & personnel…

Dynamite News · Aug 2, 2023

India look to give final touches to Asian Games preparation in ACT

World number four India are the highest ranked side in the tournament and will open their campaign against China at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium here, which will host a major event for the first time since 2007. Read further on Dynamite news:

The Times of India · Aug 2, 2023

Doubts persist over senior players' role at Asian Games

PANAJI: National coach Igor Stimac has included three seniors among the final 22-member squad for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, and is now working on getting the best preparations for the continental tournament.

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