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Right from the qualifiers that saw the exit of Italy and the Netherlands, the Beautiful Game’s unpredictability added to its aura in this World Cup

State player Mallesh and coach Srinivas Reddy named in Asian Games squad

On the eve of her departure to Belgium, where she will train for one month under a specialised FIG (International Gymnastics Federation) coach, the 22-year-old gymnast said that she is focused on doing well.

He scored six points for the third position. Local lad Bersamina Paulo took the gold with 7.5 points while Indonesia’s Setyaki Azarya took the silver with 6.5 points.

Located in Hakimpet and one of the prime centres for nurturing the talent in the State, the new equipment is worth over Rs 90 lakh.

“Being a player for the Indian team and now becoming coach is a dream for any player. I am honoured to take the charge and I am hoping to do my best for the country. My first aim is to win gold medal with the team in Dubai,” he said.

Most sportspersons feel the government should take steps to prevent malpractices in the 2 p.c sports quota for jobs.

Titans coach Jagmohan, who has replaced Naveen Kumar, feels that the current Titans squad is a balanced one and they fulfilled the target of assembling a strong defence unit.

The PKL, in the last two seasons, has been without any kabaddi player from the Telugu speaking States. The auctions held for the sixth season of PKL, however, saw three of the State players being selected for two teams.

In the absence of PV Sindhu and Ruthvika Shivani, Vaishnavi made it to the Indian team as the next best in the women’s singles category. She is currently ranked No.

Hosts look to grab Playoffs berth with win over a beleaguered Kohli-led side

Sharma also said the bowling attack becomes more lethal once Bhuvneshwar is back in the team. “He is injured and I hope he gets well soon and our bowling attack will become more lethal.”