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WFI polls: 24 candidates in the fray in final list

Published on Aug 07, 2023 10:50 PM IST

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s camp confident of sweeping every post in the elections to be held on August 12

Former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh(PTI)
By, New Delhi

Lakers legend Jerry West draws stunning comparison between Jokic and LeBron

NBA great Jerry West, aka The Logo, has now compared Jokic with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

Jerry West hailed Jokic as a player who has “the greatest pair of hands.”
Published on Aug 07, 2023 10:41 PM IST

From Mavericks to Pelicans, 5 NBA teams who are dark horses for title this year

From Dallas Mavericks to New Orleans Pelicans, here are five teams who have the ability to take down even the most powerful outfits when things click.

Getting points on the board will not be an issue for Mavericks, but the defensive chinks are a cause for worry
Published on Aug 07, 2023 10:22 PM IST

Archer Aditi: Ticking off targets, one arrow at a time

Reigning youth world champion Aditi Swami, 17, was crowned the senior champion in the Berlin World Archery Championships on Saturday

Aditi Swami after winning the Berlin World Archery Championships(Twitter)
Published on Aug 06, 2023 11:46 PM IST

Armwrestling: India’s own Over the Top band

It is power to the arm for a select bunch in the country who are finding joy in the heat of competition like the Pro Panja League

Rahul Panicker (left), who has been to two World Armwrestling Championships, competes in the Pro Panja League in New Delhi.
Updated on Aug 07, 2023 02:46 PM IST
ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Jake Paul defeats Nate Diaz in epic 10-round boxing battle

YouTuber Jake Paul won a grueling 10-round battle against UFC champ Nate Diaz, earning respect and proposing an MMA fight challenge.

Aug 5, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Jake Paul (left) fights against Nate Diaz in a boxing match at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)
Published on Aug 06, 2023 01:46 PM IST
ByVedanth Shinde

Simone Biles dazzles in return following 2-yr layoff to easily claim US Classic

Simone Biles began her first competition in 732 days by briefly running around during introductions, unsure of where she was supposed to go.

Simone Biles warms up prior to the Core Hydration Classic at Now Arena(Getty Images)
Published on Aug 06, 2023 08:00 AM IST
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Brij Bhushan Singh camp candidates remain in all WFI posts

The former wrestling federation president's supporters are in the fray for every post though the three-time WFI chief and his family members are staying away

Former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh(PTI)
Published on Aug 05, 2023 11:58 PM IST
By, New Delhi

‘I will go home as the winner’: Cory Sandhagen boasts before fighting Rob Font

Check out excerpts from the interview with Cory Sandhagen, the World No. 4 UFC fighter in bantamweight category.

World No. 4 UFC fighter Cory Sandhagen is set to face off against world No. 7 Rob Font in UFC fight night on Saturday in the United States.(Twitter)
Published on Aug 05, 2023 10:31 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

After Chengdu high, coach sets fresh target for 100m hurdler Jyothi Yarraji

James Hillier is confident the rising Indian athletics star can achieve greater glory after bettering her national mark yet again at the world varsity games

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Published on Aug 05, 2023 09:12 PM IST

Rider Shreyas, 13, dies in racing incident

The Bengaluru rider suffered a fatal crash moments after the race in the national championship began at the Madras International Circuit

Copparam Shreyas Hareesh
Published on Aug 05, 2023 07:55 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Compound archer Aditi Swami becomes senior world champion at 17

Earlier in the day, she had ousted her 'idol' and the most successful Indian compound archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam 149-145 in an all-Indian semifinal.

17-year-old Aditi Swami becomes a senior world champion in the compound women's final of the World Archery Championships(Twitter/India_AllSports)
Published on Aug 05, 2023 07:15 PM IST
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Boxing sensation Jake Paul vs. UFC legend Nate Diaz: Epic showdown in Dallas

Influencer turned pro boxer 'The Problem Child' faces UFC legend Nate Diaz in an epic 10-round fight, streaming exclusively on ESPN+ and DAZN. #BoxingShowdown

DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 04: Nate Diaz lunges at Jake Paul during weigh-ins for their fight at American Airlines Center on August 04, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. Sam Hodde/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Sam Hodde / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP)
Published on Aug 05, 2023 12:25 PM IST
ByVedanth Shinde

PM Modi congratulates World Archery Championships gold medallists

"Congratulations to our champions! Their hard work and dedication have led to this outstanding outcome," tweeted PM Modi.

The compound archery team
Published on Aug 05, 2023 10:50 AM IST
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Jyothi, Kaur, Swami win India's first-ever gold medal at Archery Worlds

The trio defeated Dafne Quintero, Ana Sofía Hernandez Jeon and Andrea Becerra of Mexico 235-229 in the final

The Indian women's compound team of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur won the gold medal at the 2023 Berlin World Archery Championships
Updated on Aug 05, 2023 08:28 AM IST
By, Mumbai

Record-breaking Jyothi Yarraji takes World University bronze

Her run at Shuangliu Sports Centre was her ninth sub-13s effort, seven of those coming from 17 starts this year

The 23-year-old from Vizag rewrote her own national record for an incredible tenth time(SAI Media )
Updated on Aug 05, 2023 07:52 PM IST

Alonso reveals what he thinks of Verstappen: 'Races Saturday, leaves Sunday...'

The Red Bull racer entered the summer break with 125-point lead under his belt

Red Bull's Max Verstappen is interviewed after winning the race (REUTERS)
Published on Aug 04, 2023 09:43 PM IST

Worlds on his mind, Kishore Kumar Jena aims to prolong dream run

Having improved his personal best four times this year already, the 27-year-old has his sights set on bigger challenges

Kishore Kumar Jena's personal best of 84.38m is sitting pretty as the world's tenth-best throw of the year
Published on Aug 04, 2023 09:22 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Paul vs. Diaz: Blockbuster boxing match sets record purses

YouTube star Jake Paul and UFC superstar Nate Diaz gear up for a high-stakes boxing match with record-breaking purses on the line.

Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz: Mega Paydays Revealed for Epic Boxing Showdown(Instagram)
Published on Aug 04, 2023 05:22 PM IST
ByVedanth Shinde

Dwight Howard gives verdict on Kobe Bryant and LeBron James leadership styles

Dwight Howard has shared the dressing room with both LeBron and Kobe

Howard recalled that Kobe used to always be quite serious with his teammates, whereas, he felt easy around LeBron.
Published on Aug 04, 2023 04:57 PM IST

Gukesh D becomes India's No.1 chess player, ends Anand's 36-year-long reign

Gukesh D overtook Anand, who was India’s top-ranked player in all published lists since January 1987.

Gukesh D
Published on Aug 04, 2023 02:32 PM IST
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Diana Taurasi becomes first WNBA player to breach 10,000-point mark

The Phoenix Mercury guard achieved this sensational feat during a match against Atlanta Dream

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi smiles after a basket gainst the Atlanta Dream,(AP)
Published on Aug 04, 2023 12:37 PM IST

What did the historic CWG medals change for lawn bowls in India?

A year ago, many Indians got their introduction to a hitherto obscure sport

India's Lovely Choubey, Pinki, Nayanmoni Saikia and Rupa Rani Tirkey pose for photos after winning the Lawn Bowls Women's Fours gold at the Commonwealth Games 2022 (CWG).It was India's first ever medal finish in Lawn Bowls.(PTI)
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 07:12 PM IST
ByRutvick Mehta

Terrence Williams sentenced for masterminding $5 million NBA health care fraud

Former NBA player Terrence Williams was sentenced to 10 years in prison for $5 million fraud scheme against league's health care plan.

FILE - New Jersey Nets guard Terrence Williams, left, drives past Orlando Magic guard Vince Carter during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., on Nov. 5, 2010. A federal judge sentenced a former first-round NBA draft pick to 10 years in prison Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023 saying he used his people skills to entice others to aid his $5 million health care fraud after he “frittered away” substantial earnings from his professional career. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)(AP)
Published on Aug 04, 2023 06:30 AM IST

Bajrang Punia summoned in defamation case

Wrestling coach Naresh Dahiya has alleged that a malicious attack was made to tarnish his reputation as well as his credibility.

Wrestler Bajrang Punia speaks with the media during the protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh(PTI)
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 08:28 AM IST

FIFA Women's World Cup: Highest-paid soccer stars revealed

Ever wondered who earns the highest from the list of your favourite soccer stars? Let's find out.

After two straight Women's World Cup titles, the team is attempting to win their third title in a row.
Published on Aug 03, 2023 09:26 PM IST
ByJahanvi Sharma

Red Bull advisor makes bold prediction about Max Verstappen’s title prospects

Max Verstappen delivered an amazing performance to win the Belgian Grand Prix.

Winner Red Bull Racing's Dutch driver Max Verstappen (C), second-placed Red Bull Racing's Mexican driver Sergio Perez (L) and third-placed Ferrari's Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc (R) pose on the podium (AFP)
Published on Aug 03, 2023 03:48 PM IST

Randy Orton focused on training to make WWE return: Report

The Apex Predator has been out of in-ring action since May last year.

Randy Orton is eyeing a WWE comeback.(WWE.com)
Published on Aug 03, 2023 03:17 PM IST

WWE boss Vince McMahon given federal grand jury subpoena, search warrant: Report

WWE announced yesterday that Vince McMahon would be taking medical leave from the company.

Vince McMahon was served with a federal grand jury subpoena, along with a search warrant.(WWE)
Published on Aug 03, 2023 12:57 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra 'surprises' Pakistan's javelin thrower with heart-warming gesture

Yasir mentioned that he closely follows Chopra’s performances and his training routines.

Tokyo Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra(Narendra Modi/Twitter)
Published on Aug 02, 2023 10:16 PM IST
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