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India vs West Indies: Fans pin hopes on Ravindra Jadeja

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 06 (ANI): It seems as if all eyes will be on Indian batsman Ravindra Jadeja as the third day of the ongoing match between India and West Indies starts in Gujarat's Rajkot. Fans have pinned their hopes on Jadeja. Fans also expect Jadeja to win the man of the match while being confident of India's win. One of the fans said, "We have our hopes pinned on Jadeja. We are happy that his debut is happening on his home ground. He may claim the man of the match if he takes five wickets."

India vs West Indies: I have been a consistent performer, says Ravindra Jadeja

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 05 (ANI): Team India shined bright in the first innings by putting a mammoth total of 649 on boards in Rajkot against West Indies in the opening match. Three centuries were scored by the Indian batsmen including Ravindra Jadeja at his home ground. Jadeja said that he is playing Test matches since last 10 years and has been a consistent performer for India. "Team management chooses players according to opposition and balancing the team by number of right or left handed batsmen in the team", said Jadeja. "I would like to dedicate special century to my mother", Jadeja added. West Indies struggled and lost six wickets in 94 runs at the end of second day of the first Test match.

India vs West Indies: Never felt under pressure while batting, says debutant Prithvi Shaw

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 04 (ANI): 18-year-old debutant Prithvi Shaw shined bright in his debut by becoming the second youngest Indian batsman to score a century and youngest to score a century in debut. He played a remarkable knock of 134 with excellent 19 boundaries. He said that he never felt under pressure when he was on strike. "I love to dominate the bowlers and wait for lose balls to strike, that is what I did and I was never under pressure during my innings", said while talking to ANI.

4th Asian Pencak Silat Championship concludes in Srinagar

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Oct 04 (ANI): The 4th Asian Pencak Silat Championship concluded in Srinagar on Thursday. The purpose of this championship was to promote the Pencak Silat sports in Jammu and Kashmir, and provide proper platform to the youth of Valley in the field of sports. Around 250 players and officials from 10 countries including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Republic of Korea, Chinese Taipei, Bangladesh, Nepal, Philippines and India participated in the 3-day event. The championship was organised for the first time ever in Jammu and kashmir by Indian Pencak Silat Federation in collaboration with Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, Sports Authority of India and Jammu and kashmir State Sports Council. Locals and participants, both, were enthusiastic as they got the chance to be a part of the international championship.

Family and friends celebrate debutant Prithvi Shaw's century

Mumbai, Oct 04 (ANI): 18-year-old Prithvi Shaw on his dream debut become the second youngest Indian batsman to score a century after legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. Family and friends of Shaw celebrated this achievement with joy. They burst crackers and distributed sweets on Shaw's amazing triumph. Shaw became the 15th Indian batsman to score century in debut. Prithvi did a fabulous job on the first day of opening Test match against West Indies. He scored 134 runs in the 1st innings of opening Test match against West Indies.

India vs West Indies: WI skipper confident about taking on India

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 03 (ANI): West Indies skipper Jason Holder is confident about team's comeback after facing difficult times in the past. "We have been through tough times in past, but everybody is stuck together and we had a decent performances this year", said Holder while addressing a press conference. "The final team has not been decided now but we will definitely miss out Kemar Roach as he has gone back after his grandfather's demise", he added.

Arjuna awardee athlete Sudha Singh urges UP Govt for job in sports department

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 03 (ANI): Arjuna awardee athlete and Asian Games silver medalist Sudha Singh urged the Uttar Pradesh Government to provide the job in the sports department. "I didn't ask him (CM Yogi) for a job. He himself offered me position of Deputy SP. Then I said that according to my medals, I want to join as Deputy Director in sports dept. He agreed. I've faith in him. I'm at a gazetted post in railway dept in Mumbai", said Sudha Singh. "I wanted to contribute to sports and that's why I wanted to work in sports department in UP. If there is even a single certificate missing, I'll apologise for demanding this job", she added. In August, Sudha accepted the job offered by Yogi Government.

India vs West Indies: It's a great opportunity for debutants, says skipper Virat Kohli

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 03 (ANI): India will take on India in the opening Test match at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot on Oct 4. Skipper Virat Kohli said that team India is confident and will look to set benchmark with this series. Indian opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan was dropped and the Indian side will play with three debutants Hanuma Vihari, Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agrawal. "They have been brought in because they've done well in domestic circuit consistently.They should look at it as an opportunity and not as pressure. It is a great chance for them to cement their place and play for a long time", said Virat Kohli while addressing the mediapersons.

Sachin Tendulkar visits Mumbai School to raise awareness about cleanliness

Mumbai, Oct 01 (ANI): Sachin Tendulkar on Monday visited Pali Chimbai Upper Primary English School in Mumbai's Bandra to educate and spread awareness about importance of cleanliness among school children. Tendulkar interacted with the students and talked about the importance of cleanliness. He also cleaned the school premises along with the students. Students made collage raising awareness about clean environment. Sachin also played cricket with students and signed a cricket bat for them. Sachin Tendulkar was appointed as the brand ambassador of Swachh Bharat Mission by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014. Sachin said, "After spending time with the children, I remembered my childhood days. Today our main motive was to clean school ground."

Sachin Tendulkar flags off Mumbai Half Marathon

Mumbai, Sep 30 (ANI): Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar flagged off the third edition of Mumbai Half Marathon on Sunday morning. Around 17,000 people participated in the event. The marathon began from Jio Gardens in suburban Bandra Kurla Complex. The marathon has been certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races in association with the Athletics Federation of India. The event is organised in three categories, 10K and 5K Fun Run and 21k Half Marathon.

Our spinners brought us back in the game: Rohit Sharma.

Dubai (UAE), Sep 29 (ANI): India defeated Bangladesh by three wickets in a nail-biting last ball encounter to bag the Asia Cup title at the Dubai International Stadium. While speaking to mediapersons, Rohit Sharma said "Our spinners consistently bowled really well, throughout the tournament. Even today, they brought us back in the game. Their performance has been consistent in last 6-8 months, which is a positive sign. Even for fast bowlers, it wasn't easy to pick wickets."

Mary Kom to lead Indian Contingent at Women's World Championship

New Delhi, Sep 29 (ANI): Five-time world champion and Olympics bronze medallist Mary Kom will lead the Indian contingent at the AIBA World Elite Women's Boxing Championships, to be held in the national capital from November 15 to 24. Mary Kom, who will compete in the 48 kg category, will have a chance to win her sixth World Championship crown. Also, nine others pugilists have been selected to represent India in the forthcoming event.

Always keep learning from MS Dhoni: Rohit Sharma

Dubai (UAE), Sep 29 (ANI): India defeated Bangladesh by three wickets in a nail-biting last ball encounter to bag the Asia Cup title at the Dubai International Stadium. While speaking to mediapersons, Rohit Sharma said "we always keep learning from MS Dhoni because he was an amazing captain. I have seen him captaining for so many years. He doesn't panic and thinks before taking a decision."

Fireworks all around the Dubai International Stadium after India beat Bangladesh by 3 wickets

Dubai (UAE), Sep 29 (ANI): With India sealing the match and the Asia Cup, fireworks went off at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday to cap off a great tournament. The cricket fans were seen celebrating the victory.

Asia Cup: Cricket fans flock to Dubai International stadium to witness final match

Dubai (UAE), Sep 28 (ANI): India and Bangladesh supporters in large numbers arrived at Dubai International Cricket Stadium to witness the final match. Fans of both teams looked hopeful of victory. India has won 6 Asia Cup titles, while Bangladesh has never lifted the cup. India is facing Bangladesh in Asia Cup final for the second time. Indian skipper-opener Rohit Sharma seems to be in form in this edition of Asia Cup. "Indian team is definitely going to win this match", said an Indian cricket fan.

Anushka Sharma applauds Virat Kohli as he receives Khel Ratna Award

New Delhi, Sep 26 (ANI): Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday presented with the country's highest sporting honour, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, by President of India Ram Nath Kovind. During the award function, Virat was cheered by his wife Anushka Sharma. In the video, Anushka can be seen cheering and clapping for the cricketer as he proudly walks to the president to receive his honour.

Cricket is a captain's game, coach must take back seat: Sourav Ganguly

Pune (Maharashtra), Sep 25 (ANI): Former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly has said "It is not like football. A lot of current cricket coaches think that they are going to run a cricket team like a football team, but cricket is a captain's game and coach has to take a backseat and that is important."

There should not be intervention of politics and politicians in cricket: PCB Chairman

Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Sep 24 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board's Chairman Ehsan Mani had strongly said that there should not be intervention of politics and politicians in cricket. He said, "We should not meddle in what politicians say and I strongly believe that there should not be intervention of politics and politicians in cricket." Talking about Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's statement over the cancellation of the proposed foreign minister-level talks between the two countries, Mani said, "Don't see Imran Khan's statement in isolation. Statement from India came before that, they blamed Imran Khan for the killings in Kashmir and said it's his true face. Imran Khan's statement was a reaction to that."

Asia Cup 2018: India beats Pakistan by 9 wickets

New Delhi, Sep 24 (ANI): India defeated Pakistan by 9 wickets in the ongoing Asia Cup 2018 super four match in Dubai International Stadium on Monday. India chased Pakistan by 238 runs. Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma scored centuries. Sharma made 111 runs while Dhawan scored 114. Shikhar Dhawan also won man of the match. He also scored his 26th ODI fifty in just 56 balls. With this win India has qualified for the final of Asia Cup.

India celebrates its win against Pak in Asia Cup 2018

New Delhi/ Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh)/ Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh)/ Mumbai: Fans across the country today celebrated India's win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2018. Fans, excited and happy, lighted firecrackers. They also shouted slogans of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'. One of the fans said, "Today India has beaten Pakistan that has made the whole country rejoice. We congratulate the whole team. The country is chanting 'Bharat Mata ki Jai." India defeated Pakistan by 9 wickets and chased it with 238 runs.