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'Miyan Magic': Mohammed Siraj's devastating spell against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final explained

NEW DELHI: India pacer Mohammed Siraj, who is known as Miyan Magic among his peers, produced one of the most devastating bowling spells in an ODI final on Sunday as he helped his team bundled out hosts Sri Lanka for just 50 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India then…

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

Cheetah Project on right path to becoming successful: Government report

India's cheetah reintroduction project has achieved 4 of 6 criteria in first year, including 50% survival, home ranges, cubs, & revenue contributions. Project is on assured path to recovery with concerted efforts from India, Namibia, & South Africa, & support from highest offices.

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

43 lakh children below the age of five identified as obese or overweight: official data

43L children 0-5 years of age in India identified as obese/overweight; 13 States/UTs surpassing national average of 6%. NFHS-5 data shows Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, J&K highest, MP, Bihar, AP lowest.

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

Santiniketan finds a place on UNESCO’s World Heritage list

India had been striving for long to get a UNESCO tag for this cultural site located in Birbhum district.

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

Rohan Bopanna ends Davis Cup career on a high, India win 3-1 against Morocco

NEW DELHI: Indian tennis veteran Rohan Bopanna bid farewell to his Davis Cup career in a memorable fashion, partnering with Yuki Bhambri to secure a comfortable straight-set victory.

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

Asia Cup Final: How Siraj's dream spell ended India's five-year title drought

NEW DELHI: A Mohammed Siraj magical spell demolished Sri Lanka in the big-ticket final as India clinched the Asia Cup 2023 title with a commanding one-sided 10-wicket win in Colombo on Sunday.

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

Injuries close to World Cup could really cost you: Rahul Dravid

NEW DELHI: India's head coach, Rahul Dravid, expressed concerns about the impact of injuries on the team's preparations for the upcoming ODI World Cup. He highlighted the setbacks faced by players like Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel, emphasising that such injuries make the task of managing the squad more challenging.

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

Tennis | Srishti Kiran wins Asian under-12 title

Srishti Kiran led India to victory in the Asian U-12 Tennis Championship, winning both her singles and doubles matches. She beat Pin Tsen Chou 6-4, 6-7(1), 6-4 and partnered Karthika Padmakumar to beat Tsai Jung Chiang & Chen Yun Tsai 7-6(9), 6-1. The Indian boys, however, lost 2-0 to Hong…

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

India crush Sri Lanka by 10 wickets to win eighth Asia Cup cricket crown

Sri Lanka were bowled all-out for just 50 runs, as India’s Mohammed Siraj claimed a career-best 6-21.

Al Jazeera · Sep 17, 2023

Igor Stimac: No training session before China game, we will give tactical preparation on flight

India's football team coach Stimac has no time for training ahead of Asian Games opener vs China. He'll use travel time for tactical prep. He'll decide if senior players Chhetri and Jhingan will play, with an eye on World Cup qualifiers. Squad lacks fullback, so wingers may fill in. Players…

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023