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Vladimir Mestvirishvili, architect of India's wrestling resurgence, passes away at 69

IANS | June 23, 2025 11:59 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Vladimir Mestvirishvili, the Georgian wrestling coach credited with laying the foundation for India’s modern-day wrestling dominance, passed away on Monday, aged 69. Mestvirishvili's contribution to Indian wrestling is monumental. A former coach of the Soviet-era Georgian national team between 1982 and 1992, he mentored multiple Olympic, World, and European champions before bringing his expertise to India in 2003.

1st Test: England need 350 more runs for victory on final day after reaching 21/0 at stumps

IANS | June 23, 2025 11:44 PM

Leeds, June 23 (IANS) England need 350 runs on the final day to secure victory in the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series at Headingley after reaching 21/0 in six overs at stumps on day four here on Monday. With all wickets in hand and rain forecast looming around, the match is set up for a blazing finish, as all four results are possible.

Dilip Doshi, former India left-arm spinner, dies aged 77

IANS | June 23, 2025 11:34 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Dilip Doshi, the former Indian left-arm spinner, has reportedly passed away on Monday at the age of 77. According to multiple reports, he died of heart-related complications in London, where he had been residing for several decades. However, this disheartening news is yet to be officially confirmed by the family.

Mumbai Open Chess: Aleksandrov, Madhesh take sole lead as event enters final stretch

IANS | June 23, 2025 11:18 PM

Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) The Mumbai International Grandmaster Chess Tournament witnessed a shift in momentum in the seventh round as veteran GM Aleksej Aleksandrov of Belarus surged to the top of the leaderboard with an emphatic victory at the World Trade Centre, here. In the junior section, Candidate Master Madhesh Kumar from Puducherry emerged as the sole leader by defeating Ramanu Mishra to move to 6.5 out of 7.

Angelo Mathews was a tireless workhorse, says Sanath Jayasuriya as he backs youth to step up

IANS | June 23, 2025 11:04 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) As Sri Lanka prepares for the second Test against Bangladesh at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo, head coach Sanath Jayasuriya has admitted that replacing the influence and experience of Angelo Mathews will not be an overnight task. Mathews retired from Test cricket last week after a remarkable 119-match career, leaving behind a formidable legacy and a gaping hole in Sri Lanka’s middle order.

Jhandu Kumar wins bronze; India concludes Para-powerlifting World Cup with 5 medals

IANS | June 23, 2025 10:07 PM

Beijing (China), June 23 (IANS) On a fresh and promising morning in China's capital, India’s Jhandu Kumar delivered an exceptional performance to secure a bronze medal in the Men’s 80kg weight category at the World Para-Powerlifting World Cup as India ended their campaign with five medals in all -- one gold, one silver and three bronze medals.

RPL Season 1: Hyderabad Heroes return to top of points table; Delhi Redz win

IANS | June 23, 2025 9:37 PM

Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) The Hyderabad Heroes produced a scintillating display of rugby, as they went back to the top of the points table, swatting aside the challenge of the Chennai Bulls 28-7 in a crucial clash of Season 1 of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex) here on Monday.

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