Author: Tharun

Iga Swiatek, the world number one and four-time Grand Slam champion, is poised to vie for her third consecutive Qatar Open title this week. However, she approaches the tournament with a distinct mindset, emphasizing that each year’s event is a “totally different story.” In a press conference on Sunday, Swiatek expressed that her previous victories at the Qatar Open have no bearing on this edition. Drawing from her experience last year, she emphasized the futility of focusing on defending titles, highlighting the ever-evolving nature of players’ careers. Iga Swiatek, the favorite to clinch the trophy in Doha, is set to…

In a stunning display of dominance, Arsenal secured a 6-0 victory against West Ham United on Sunday, marking their biggest away win in the Premier League. Manager Mikel Arteta expressed that the outcome did not surprise him, revealing a gut feeling that his players would rectify recent setbacks against their London rivals. The victory served as sweet revenge for Arsenal, overcoming a 2-0 home defeat by West Ham in December and a League Cup loss to David Moyes’s team in November. Arteta commented on the team’s mindset before the match, stating, “Time to beat West Ham; we all knew it.”…

In a dramatic South American Olympic qualifying match, Brazil’s hopes of defending its men’s football title in Paris 2024 were shattered by a 1-0 defeat to regional rival Argentina on Sunday. Luciano Gondou secured the decisive win for Argentina’s under-23 team, coached by Javier Mascherano, with a header in the 78th minute at the Brigido Iriarte Stadium in Caracas. Brazil, the gold medalists at the Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo Olympics, faced a resilient Argentina side in the quest for one of the two spots offered by South America’s Olympic qualifying for men’s football in Paris 2024. Despite the defensive…

In a momentous occasion, Hockey India extends warm congratulations to Gurjant Singh for achieving the significant milestone of completing 100 International Caps during India’s enthralling clash against the Netherlands in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Hailing from Amritsar, the 29-year-old forward made his debut for the Indian Men’s Hockey team in 2017 and swiftly became a pivotal player. Gurjant played a crucial role in India’s Bronze medal triumph at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, showcasing his skills in seven matches and scoring three goals. Gurjant was also a key contributor to the Indian…

In a riveting encounter at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Sreejesh’s goalkeeper India showcased resilience, securing a thrilling 4-2 shootout victory against defending champions, the Netherlands, in their FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 clash. The match was marked by the heroics of ace goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who made two crucial saves during the shootout. India secured a bonus point with successful conversions by Harmanpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, Lalit Upadhyay, and Shamsher Singh. The game started with the world’s top-ranked team, the Netherlands, making aggressive attacks on India’s circle, but goalkeeper Krishan B Pathak thwarted their attempts. In the 12th minute, India…

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell expressed gratitude for the “outstanding” support he received from the Australian cricket hierarchy after an incident in an Adelaide pub where he fell unconscious. The episode occurred on January 19, prompting Maxwell to be taken to the hospital by ambulance. Although not sanctioned by Cricket Australia, the incident was acknowledged by Maxwell as “less than ideal.” Reflecting on the incident, He acknowledged that it may have affected his family more than himself. He emphasized that he had a scheduled week off from cricket during that time, and upon returning, he focused on his training and preparation…

Pallekele has become the stage for a shift in Sri Lanka’s cricket dynamics, witnessed through back-to-back 300-plus totals by the team batting first. This uncommon feat, occurring only 10 times in 358 ODIs prior to this series, signals a departure from Sri Lanka’s traditional lower-scoring matches. The rarity extends to games with scores of 350 or more, with Sri Lanka’s 381 in the first ODI marking the first instance since 2018. The island nation has seen only nine such scores on home soil, four of which belong to Sri Lanka. In contrast, the 2023 World Cup alone saw 13 totals…

In a significant step towards securing a spot in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 Playoffs, the Patna Pirates delivered a commanding performance, triumphing over U Mumba with a resounding score of 44-23 in Kolkata on Saturday. The victory not only showcased the team’s prowess but also underscored the strategic brilliance of both their defensive and raiding departments. Captain Sachin, reflecting on the crucial win, emphasized the stellar contributions from the defense and raiding units against a formidable U Mumba side. Sachin highlighted the match’s pivotal importance in their quest for playoff qualification, expressing satisfaction with the team’s patient and…

In a spectacular display of skill and dominance, the Puneri Paltan showcased a kabaddi masterclass, securing an impressive 56-29 victory over the Tamil Thalaivas in Kolkata, ultimately earning a coveted spot in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 Semi-Finals. The Puneri Paltan, led by Aslam Inamdar’s impactful raiding, swiftly established a six-point lead within the first three minutes of the match. While the Tamil Thalaivas managed to break through with Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi’s Super tackle on Pankaj Mohite, the Puneri side responded fiercely. Mohit Goyat’s strategic raid and Abinesh Nadarajan’s successful tackle on Vishal Chahal led to the Puneri Paltan inflicting…

In a riveting display of skill and strategy, the Gujarat Giants secured their spot in the Pro Kabaddi Season 10 Eliminator by convincingly defeating the Bengaluru Bulls with a resounding scoreline of 50-28 at the Netaji Indoor Stadium. The significance of the game was evident as both teams were vying for a playoff berth, and the Giants seized the moment, establishing their authority right from the start. Parteek Dahiya emerged as the talisman for the Giants, delivering a stellar performance with 13 raid points. His exceptional skills were on full display in the eighth minute of the first half when…