KL Rahul is a link between retired seniors and youngsters in the team, says Irfan Pathan

IANS | June 23, 2025 5:38 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan heaped high praise on opener KL Rahul and said he is the link between recently-retired players and the youngsters in the team. Pathan's remarks came shortly after the right-handed batter completed his half-century during India's second innings on Monday. Rahul missed the opportunity to hit the half-century in the first essay and departed for 42.

PM Modi endorses India to win 36 medals at 2036 Olympics, says Meenu Meniwal

IANS | June 23, 2025 5:22 PM

Karnal, June 23 (IANS) On the occasion of International Olympic Day, a special event was organised in Karnal where Meenu Beniwal, President of the Haryana Olympic Association, was present. Speaking at the event, Beniwal expressed confidence that India would win their highest-ever medal tally at the 2036 Olympics.

Football: India, Kyrgyz Republic play out a draw in U23 friendly

IANS | June 21, 2025 11:58 PM

Parthib Sundar Gogoi had a vicious shot saved in the 38th minute, and six minutes later, worried the Kyrgyz defence once again, when he swung a low free-kick at the near post, which made Kyrgyz Republic keeper Chomoev Sultan produce a diving save. The Blue Colts had travelled to Tajikistan to play two friendly matches, the first of which they lost 2-3 against the hosts, as part of their preparations for the AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers later this year and the Asian Games in 2026.