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PV Sindhu meets Andhra CM Jagan Mohan Reddy in Amravati

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 13:49 IST

<p>Indian ace shuttler PV Sindhu met Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on September 13 in Amravati. The Andhra CM felicitated Sindhu who recently won gold in the BWF World Championships. Sindhu became the first Indian to bag gold in the Badminton World Championships by defeating Japan's Nozomi Okuhara. On arrival in the national capital, Sindhu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi who said she brought glory to the nation. Sindhu also met the Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju. </p>

Watch: Virat Kohli & Anushka Sharma steal a moment at a Delhi event

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli and his wife Bollywood actor Anuskha were caught stealing a moment at an event in Delhi. Virat and Anushka attended a ceremony to pay tribute to former finance minister Arun Jaitley. While the Feroz Shah Kotla was renamed as the Arun Jaitley stadium, a special stand was also named after Virat Kohli. Anushka-Virat were seen getting emotional at the event while the DDCA president revealed how Jaitley praised Virat's resolve and bravery for playing a match soon after his father's death. Anushka Sharma was seen trying to hold back tears even as she showed support to Virat by holding his hand.</p>

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 14:00 IST

Sports corner: How India’s cycling champions took the world by storm

<p>Inside the world of the junior Indian track cycling sprint team who got the country's first gold at a cycling world championship. We travelled to the Track Asia cycling championship held recently at India's only Velodrome at New Delhi. Tune in to witness India's cycling champs at work.</p>

Updated on Feb 22, 2020 17:05 IST

Sehwag gets candid on his resemblance to Sachin, Kohli vs Smith

<p>Former cricketer Virender Sehwag attended the 2nd HT-MintAsia Leadership Summit in Singapore and discussed his journey from Delhi's Najafgarh to sports superstardom. He revealed how he began by emulating Sachin Tendulkar and then went on to develop his own style. He also reveals who's his favourite between Virat Kohli and Australia's Steve Smith. The formidable opening batsman also drops a few hints on tackling Jasprit Bumrah. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 16:47 IST

Watch: Serena Williams hits fashion week, brings daughter onto runway

<p>Tennis player Sarena Williams presented her spring-summer 2020 collection for S by Serena. She showcased her latest collection at the New York Fashion Week. Sarena brought her daughter Olympia onto the runway after her show. Seated in the front row were Kim Kardashian, Lala Anthony and Ashley Graham. The fashion show came barely 3 days after Sarena's loss in US Open. She was defeated by 19-year-old Canadian Bianca Andreescu.</p>

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 12:03 IST

HT-MintAsia Summit: Sehwag reveals hilarious mid-pitch chat with Ganguly

<p>Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag attended the HT-Mint Asia Leadership Summit 2019 in Singapore. Sehwag, revealed a hilarious mid-pitch conversation with former skipper Sourav Ganguly during a match in 2001. Sehwag also spoke about his playing style and said that while he could look like Sachin and play like him, he could never perform like the little master.</p>

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 03:14 IST

Watch: PV Sindhu meets Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after historic win

<p>Shuttler PV Sindhu met Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan days after her historic win at the BWF World CHampionships. Sindhu became the first Indian to win gold at the tournament after defeating Japan's Nozomi Okuhara.</p>

Updated on Mar 1, 2020 18:45 IST

Watch: Shikhar Dhawan leaves netizens in awe with his flute-playing skills

<p>Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has posted a video of him playing the flute on his instagram page. He captioned the video: 'A fresh start.. Trees, the wind, the ocean & some music = bliss'. For the past few years, Dhawan has been learning to play the woodwind instrument.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 20:23 IST

Arrest warrant issued against Mohammed Shami, wife thanks Indian judiciary

<p>Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami's estranged wife Hasin Jahan thanked the Indian judiciary after a court issued arrest warrant against the cricketer. The warrant was issued by Alipore court in West Bengal against Shami and his brother Hasid Ahmed in connection with a domestic violence case. The right-arm bowler has reportedly been asked by the court to surrender within 15 days. In March, the pacer was charged with domestic violence and sexual harassment by Kolkata police. Last year, Jahan took to Facebook and leveled multiple charges against Shami including domestic violence. Jahan, a former model, had filed a complaint against four in Shami's family in March 2018. Shami has, however, all along denied the allegations leveled by his wife Hasin.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 18:42 IST

Legendary Mithali Raj retires from T20 internationals

<p>Former India T20I captain Mithali Raj announced retirement from T20 internationals. The veteran batsman will continue to be India's ODI captain. She last played a T20 international against England in Guwahati in March 2019. Mithali led India in 32 T20Is including three Women's T20 World Cups in 2012 (Sri Lanka), 2014 (Bangladesh) and 2016 (India). She was also the captain in India Women's first-ever T20I played in Derby in 2006. Mithali is the first Indian to reach the landmark of 2000 T20I runs.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 18:38 IST

India thrash West Indies to win series 2-0, Kohli lauds Hanuma Vihari

<p>India beat West Indies by 257 runs to win the two Test series 2-0. Chasing a massive 428 runs for victory, West Indies were bundled out for 210 runs. Shamarh Brooks top scored for the hosts with a half century. For India, Mohammad Shami and Ravindra Jadeja picked up 3 wickets each, Ishant Sharma picked up 2 wickets while Bumrah got one wicket. The win also puts India on top of the ICC World Test Championship table. Indian Captain Virat Kohli said that this was a complete Test performance and lauded Hanuma Vihari calling him the find of the series.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 19:16 IST

India Vs West Indies 2nd Test: Virat’s men firmly in control

<p>India are firmly in control of the 2nd Test match against West Indies at Kingston. West Indies are chasing a total of 428 runs for victory and are currently at 45 for the loss of 2 wickets. Vice Captain Ajinkya Rahane and Hanuma Vihari scored half centuries to take India to a formidable position. Earlier in the match, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah picked up 6 wickets in the 1st innings including a hat-trick.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 18:17 IST

Venkaiah Naidu meets PV Sindhu after her World Championship gold

<p>Vice President Venkaiah Naidu met shutler PV Sindhu following her historic win in BWF World Championships 2019. The meeting took place at Naidu's residence in Hyderabad. Sindhu became the first Indian to bag gold in BWF World Championships. She defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in finals of tournament on August 25.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 17:42 IST

Deepa Malik gets Khel Ratna; Swapna Barman, Sai Praneeth get Arjuna Award

<p>Various sportsperson received award on Thursday by President Ram Nath Kovind in the national capital. Paralympic silver medalist Deepa Malik became the first Indian woman para-athlete to have received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award. Asian Games Gold medalist Swapna Barman received the Arjuna award. Woman cricketer Poonam Yadav, Footballer Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, equestrian Fouaad Mirza were among 19 sportperson who recieved Arjuna Award.</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 12:16 IST

Sports Corner | ‘Ready for FIFA WC qualifiers’: Goalkeeper GS Sandhu

<p>India's goalkeeper of choice Gurpreet Singh Sandhu will have to dig deep as the national team embarks on its FIFA World Cup qualification campaign with matches against Oman on September 5, Qatar on September 10 and Bangladesh on October 15.</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 12:11 IST

India Vs West Indies 2nd Test: Virat’s men look to clinch series

<p>India will take on hosts West Indies in the 2nd Test in Jamaica. While the hosts will be looking to get their batting in order, the visitors will be hoping to continue the momentum from the 1st Test match. West Indies captain Jason Holder said that they are hopeful of putting up an improved performance in the 2nd Test. India had beaten West Indies by 318 runs in the 1st Test to take a 1-0 lead in the series.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 14:45 IST

Recognition important in sports, awards motivates a player: Gagan Narang

<p>Indian shooter Gagan Narang said awards and recognition are important in sports as it motivates a player. Narang will recieve Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar on by President Ram Nath Kovind on National Sports Day. The 36-year-old olympic bronze medalist has set up training centres across the country to promote shooting. </p>

Published on Aug 28, 2019 18:13 IST

‘Badminton is growing in India’: PV Sindhu after World Championship gold

<p>Indian star shuttler PV Sindhu thanked her fans for their blessings and support following her historic win. Sindhu became the first Indian to bag gold in BWF World Championships 2019. Sindhu defeated familiar foe Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in the final to win gold in Switzerland's Basel.</p>

Updated on Aug 28, 2019 10:55 IST

US Open: Sumit Nagal’s mother proud of son’s achievements against ‘God Federer’

<p>Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal won the first set against Roger Federer in the first round of the US Open. With that, Negal became the first Indian to take a set from Federer. The 190th ranked Indian eventually lost the match to Federer 6-4 1-6 2-6 4-6. Nagal became only the 5th Indian player to feature in a Grand Slam singles main draw in this decade.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 16:38 IST

PV Sindhu meets PM Modi after her historic win at BWF World Championships

<p>Shuttler PV Sindhu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi after her historic win at the BWF World Championships 2019. Calling her India's pride, PM Modi wished her the very best for her future endeavours. World's no. 5 shuttler Sindhu won her first gold in Switzerland's Basel. She defeated her familiar foe Nozomi Okuhara of Japan to win her first gold. Earlier in the day, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju met Sindhu and presented a cheque of Rs 10 lakh to her.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 13:04 IST

Sindhu receives grand welcome at Delhi airport; vows to win more medals

<p>PV Sindhu received a grand welcome on her arrival in Delhi. Fans gathered at Delhi airport to welcome her after she scripted history at the 2019 BWF World Championship. Sindhu became the first Indian to win badminton World Championships gold. She defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in the final match. The Indian won 21-7 21-7 in the summit clash that lasted just 38 minutes. </p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 09:22 IST

Rahane’s ton & Bumrah’s five-for helps India beat West Indies in 1st Test

<p>A super show by Ajinkya Rahane & Hanuma Vihari with the bat and a five-for by Jasprit Bumrah helped India beat hosts West Indies in the first test. Rahane scored a century while Hanuma Vihari scored 93 runs to help India post an imposing 419 run target for the hosts. In response, the Windies top order collapsed in the face of lethal fast bowling by the Indian pacers. The win gives India a 1-0 lead in the 2 match test series and 60 points in their inaugural World Test Championship match.</p>

Updated on Aug 26, 2019 06:26 IST

PV Sindhu creates history: 1st Indian shuttler to win BWF World Championship

<p>Shuttler Pusarla Venkata Sindhu created history on Sunday by becoming the first Indian to win the BWF World Championship. She comprehensively defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara to clinch gold at the tournament. Sindhu defeated her opponent 21-7, 21-7 in just 36 minutes. This was a moment of redemption for the Indian athlete, who had lost to Okuhara when they had last met for a World Championship final in 2017. Congratulations poured in from many quarters, including the President of India Ramnath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice-President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu.</p>

Updated on Aug 25, 2019 18:27 IST

India vs West Indies: Always want to give my best: Ravindra Jadeja

<p>After scoring an important fifty, Ravindra Jadeja said that he was trying to deliver his best. Jadeja's fighting 58-run knock helped India to post 297 batting first against West Indies. In reply, Ishant Sharma took 5 wickets as India reduced the hosts to 189 for 8. Jadeja also picked up the wicket of debutant Sharmarh Brooks for 11.</p>

Updated on Feb 27, 2020 08:51 IST

Sports Corner: Off-road racer Aishwarya Pissay eyes Dakar Rally

<p>On the latest episode of Sports Corner, we talk to Aishwarya Pissay, India's rising young star in off-road racing, trying to make the cut for the Dakar Rally</p>

Updated on Feb 22, 2020 17:07 IST

India vs West Indies | Ajinkya Rahane rescues India with 81-run knock on Day 1

<p>West Indies won the toss and asked India to bat first in the first Test match at Antigua. India finished with 203 for 6 at stumps on a rain-hit Day 1 of the Antigua Test. Ajinkya Rahane top scored for India with a brilliant 81 off 163 balls.</p>

Updated on Feb 27, 2020 08:06 IST

Ahead of clash with West Indies, Virat Kohli lauds World Test Championship

<p>Indian captain Virat Kohli lauded the new World Test Championship format ahead of the 1st Test match against the West Indies. Kohli said that the new format will add to the competitive level in the Test format and will raise the standard of the game. Captain Kohli also said that India will be looking to keep up their fine form in Test cricket.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 08:20 IST

Ind vs WI - Pujara reveals reason behind India’s success in Test cricket

<p>Cheteshwar Pujara played a starring role in India's maiden Test series win in Australia earlier this year. India's No 3 batsman is all set for the World Test Championship and looks to conquer the West Indies in the two-match series starting Thursday. In an exclusive interview to Hindustan Times, Pujara spoke about the reasons behind India's successful run in Test cricket.</p>

Updated on Feb 27, 2020 04:23 IST

Ravi Shastri retained as team India’s head coach

<p>Ravi Shastri was re-appointed as India's head coach by Kapil Dev-led Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC comprised of Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad and Shantha Rangaswamy. This will be Shastri's fourth stint with the national team, havomg served briefly as the Cricket Manager, Team Director and head coach. Shastri pipped Robin Singh, Lalchand Rajput, Mike Hesson, and Tom Moody to regain the position.</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 12:44 IST

Sports Corner: How do you get Steve Smith out?

<p>Steve Smith averages almost 93 in the last 11 Ashes Tests he has played. We look at some statistics to see if there is a weakness in this era's greatest Test batsman. Plus, a look at the best buys in the English Premier League, our Transfer Dream XI.</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 09:54 IST

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