2011 boxing

New Delhi, Dec 21: A record number of them booked Olympic berths in the very first qualifying event as Indian boxers rounded off yet another superb year, holding out promise for more than one medal at the world`s biggest sporting  next year.
The year did not feature many big events but wherever they competed in, Indian pugilists continued their ascending march in the international arena with commanding performances, the best of all being the World Championships where relatively unknown names came into spotlight.
A 19-year-old Vikas Krishan (69kg), Jai Bhagwan (60kg), Manoj Kumar (64kg) and another teen L Devendro Singh (49kg) booked their London berths at the mega-event, which was the first Olympic qualifying boxing.

London Olympic 2012

                                                      

London, Dec 19: It can be called as a partial victory of Indian olympics Association, in pressing London organisers to ban Dow Chemical as sponsor for 2012 Olympic games.

However, Dow- which was responsible to record the worst industrial gas tragedy in India, faced a strong disagreement from IOA and Bhopal population, as it was up to take part in olympics as one among sponsors. This would help to showcase former's brand name in an ample platform and help in brand building.

Somehow, Indian officers persuaded London Olympics Committee (LOC) to drop Dow Chemical's logo from London's Olympics stadium. But, relentless IOA officials seems not satisfied and wants US gaint to remove its sponsorship from the 2012 Games.

Saina lost the match

                                                       

Beijing, Dec 18: Badminton champion Saina Nehwal lost the women’s singles final of the BWF Super Series badminton championship against World Number 1 Wan Yihan by 21-18, 13-21, 13-21 on Sunday, Dec 18 in Liuzhou, China. Saina Nehwal is just 21-years-old this is the third match as runner.

World no.1 sports champion Yihan Wang’s six winning match of this year. Yihan started dominating from second set and won the two consecutive sets by 13-21 and 13-21.  

Gutta Jwala and V. Diju were the only other Indians who made it to the finals in mixed doubles in the 2009 edition of BWF Super Series.

Viswanathan Anand draws with Aronian in London Chess Classic

 

                                             
London, Dec 12: World Champion Viswanathan Anand’s hopes of catching up with his rivals have almost ended after he played out a draw with Levon Aronian of Armenia at the end of the seventh round of London Chess Classic here.

The world sports champion Viswanathan Anand had a lonely victory against Nigel Short of England, other than a loss against Hikaru Nakamura of United States.

In the open section, national champion Abhijeet Gupta scored a devastating victory over Gawain Jones of England to jump into sole lead with seven points out of a possible eight.

Dipika win National titles

 

                                                                       

Chennai: Top  Dipika Palikal on Saturday annexed the elusive women`s title while Saurav Ghosal retained the men`s crown in the Senior National Squash Championship.

Dipika, the highest ranked Indian star, realised her over six-year long dream of winning a national title by defeating Anaka Alankamony 11-7 8-11 11-4 11-7 in the final.

In the men`s summit clash, Ghosal ended the season with a superb 8-11 11-6 11-3 11-1 win over Harinder Pal Singh in 55 minutes.
 
The hardwork of Dipika make her to win the national title she had won several WISPA International titles, particularly in the recent past

Fund for earthquake-ravaged at Sikkim

 

                                                   

Gangtok, Dec 6:  Ruud Gullit, Ronaldo, Paolo Maldini and Rene Higuita are the World football star.They will be takenon Indian celebrities in an demonstration match in January to collect funds for the earthquake-ravaged Sikkim.

The Coach for them is  Shyam Thapa, the Indian team consisting of footballers, filmstars and cricketers will exhibit their skill in the game at the exhibition match in Kolkata on January. The place were the sports will be took place which is nearer to the earthquake affected.

Sentiments of Bhopal gas victims in Olympic

                                                      

New Delhi, Dec 6: Sports Minister Ajay on Monday he said that the International Olympic Committee should keep the sentiments of Bhopal Gas tragedy victims in the mind and they should drop Dow Chemicals as sponsors of the Olympics games which will be take place on London next year. Bhopal victims causing outrage among the Dow sponsorship of London Olympics.

    Ajay Maken on Monday asked the Indian Olympic Association to raise the issue with the International Olympic Committee. The Ministry expressed concern over the status of the contentious company as the official worldwide Olympic partner.

Sushil Kumar in the tournament of Olympics

                                                                                                                     

Sushil Kumar wish to participate in every sports tournament which will leads in next year 2012 tournament at London. He want to achieve in the field of sports.

        He missed last year’s Guangzhou Asian Game due to the injury in his shoulder due to this he falied to create the miracle in the World Wrestling Championships in Isanbul which took place on 2011.

      He said he will participate in all championships even it is big or small, participation will improve talent of me .Participation and experience lead me to achive in the 2008 Beijing Olympics bronze metal

Sania Mirza undergone Knee surgery to avoid injuries

                                                                                         

New Delhi, Novmber 29: A knee surgery cut short to the tennis player Sania Mirza's 2011 season after the US Open but the Indian ace says she cannot afford to be selective about the events she competes in to avoid injuries.
  Sania's knee surgery is took place recently even she is practicing. Monday was her sixth day on the tennis courts, although she is not stretching herself much, restricting the hitting sessions to 40-45 minutes. Sania saya that she is very much interest to came back to the court she also said she is fit. Sania cutted number of competition in the last session due to injury. Sania says "I have to improve my rank for that I have to deal with injuries

Paes-Bhupathi osuted from ATP World Tour Finals

                                                     

London, Nov 27: Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupahti parted ways on a disappointing note, bowing out of the ATP World Tennis Tour Finals a semifinal loss to eighth seeded Poles Mariusz Fyrstenberg and Marcin Matkowski.

Dilip Sardesai award to Ravichandran Ashwin

                                                
On November 28: Ravichandran Ashwin Rewarding for his stupendous show in the Test cricket series against the West Indies,today the BCCI annouced that bestow the Dilip Sardesai award on the off-spinner.

The BCCI Annual Awards Ceremony trophy will be given to the 25-years old Ashwin who was the man-of the series in that three test cricket series on December 10 at Chennai.

The Dilip Sardesai Award will be given to  Ravichandran Ashwin for being the best cricketer in the Test series in 2011-2012 against West Indies. This news is annouced by BCCI and also the award comprises a trophy and a cheque of Rs. 5 lakh will be given to him.

Rathore cracks gold at Asian shotgun Championship

New Delhi , Nov 27: India's ace shooter Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Sunday (today) won the double trap gold medal at Asian Shotgun Championship in Kuala Lumpur.

In 2004 Athens Olympics he won the silver medal Rathore clinched the gold in individual event after he shot 46 in the finals. His final score was 194/200.

In the team event, Rathore (148) combined with Mohammad Asab (131) and Yoginder Pal (133) to bag the bronze medal. Rathore totalled 148 out of 150 after shooting a series of 50, 48, 50 in the qualification round for a new Asian record.

Humpy bows out, Yifan crowned world chess champ

                                        

Under tremendous pressure and admittedly out of form, Humpy could not use her white pieces well in the eighth game which was another Queen's gambit declined.
   Yifan, with three victories and five draws, emerged as the worthy winner of the crown with her fantastic over-the-board resilience and won the title for the first time in a match. It may be recalled that the 17-year-old Chinese had won the last championship in a knockout format and now this victory against a higher-rated Humpy confirms her status as the best woman player on the planet.

However, all these considerations are given the fact that highest ranked woman for a long time - Judith Polgar of Hungary - does not play in women's tournaments or championships and is a fierce competitor among men.

While Hou preparation was good and throughout the match she got better positions, Humpy probably underestimated the sharp playing strength of her rival which cost her match.

Cricket reached its peak, Randhawa

                                       

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand), Nov 23: Golf has plenty of opportunity to grow in India where cricket has almost reached its peak, said top ranking golfer and Asian Tour Player of the Year, Jyoti Randhawa.

"Everything from the Test to Twenty 20 has happened in cricket, which has the reached its peak, but conparing which cricket the game of golf has a lot to show to the country," Randhawa said.

We have just began to show our talent in golf and we have vast opportunity to grow,Randhawa who was here to take part in the Tata Open commencing here from tomorrow.

Golf has gained popularity in the last 10-15 years which was not achieved in 50 years before that, said the golfer who has nine international titles under his belt.

"Only five to six golfers like Jeev Milkha Singh, Arjun Atwal and myself used to participate in Asian cup tournaments during mid-1990s but today, we have more than 21 golfers participating in them," said Randhawa who turned pro in 1994.

The Guinness Record Of Sharjah Stadium

                                       

Nov 22: The cricket ground in the Pakistan named Sharjah made a record it hosted over 200 One day international cricket matches.Recently the One day international match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan were took place on the Sharjah stadium it was the  201 one day match which was take place on that stadium.Thia stadium made a guinness book of records by hosting maximum  One day international matches.

Guinness Records Book official Vin Sharma presented a certificate to Mr. Nahyan, Higher education and Scientific Minister at the stadium.

“This is an achievement for the Sharjah stadium placed at Pakistan to get an entry into the world record book.

He further added saying this will encourage UAE to host more cricket matches as the game is gaining momentum and the country is becoming a base for cricket.

3rd Test: Windies score 575/9 at stumps on Day 2

                                     

Mumbai, Nov 23: Debutant Varun Aaron claims three wickets as West Indies lose wickets at quick succession after Bravo's dismissal. West Indies score 575/9 as India manage to taper the tail after dismissing the centurion.

Varun Aaron dismissed Darren Bravo, Carlton Baugh and Sammy to claim three wickets in his first Test.He achieve in the test wicket by dismissing the Darren Bravo he give a best performance in that match.The lose of Drarren Bravo was a great lose in that match.

While Aaron impressed everyone bagging three wickets on day two, Ishant, Ojha and Ashwin shared a wicket each in the previous sessions of the day.

Indian bowlers were rewarded with 7 wickets, as Kirk Edwards made a fine knock of 86 and Powell made 81 before being dismissed by Ishant Sharma and Ojha respectively while Aaron dismissed Bravo, Baugh and Sammy. Ashwin gets two wickets towards the end of the day's play.

The centre of attraction was definitely Darren Bravo who has been compared to the legend Brian Lara for his batting style, was a delight to watch as he elegantly drove the deliveries that were either full or short as he scored his third hundred in four test matches pointing out that he has more to offer to West Indies cricket.

The centurion, Darren Bravo (166) was out caught behind by MS Dhoni while trying to drive a wide ball from Varun Aaron.

The final match between India and West Indies

The third final match will be held between India and West Indies in Mumbai on November 22, 2011. The brilliant Indian cricket  player got a opportunity to prove himself in this match. He must make this opportunity better to improve his performance and its a great opportunity for him.

            Rohit Sharma said he will his best and also he said that "I will make this opportunity well and also I will do my best".

            Virat Kohli is also one of the excellent bats-man in the young team of India. He played last three test matches against West Indies. The kohli said that number sixth position is vacant after the drop of Yuvraj Singh

                                                 

Kambli to the ICC

                                           

November 20 at New Delhi Vinod Kambli said a to the ICC the World Cup which was held on 1996 was match fixing one. The ICC president Sharad Pawar on Saturday he said that he does not believe the Kambli's statement.

   If Kambli is honest to the cricket and cricket rules he must tell it on sudden when this incident is happened.

   Sharad Pawar also said that he also have belief on Players like Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly. He also said if Kambhli is honest and dedication to the cricket he would become like Sachin Tendulkar

The young cricket player Ashwin's marriage

The young Indian cricket batsman R Ashwin marriage held on sunday 13th November 2011 at chennai. Ashwin belongs to Tamil Nadu his life partner name is Preethi Narayanan.

    He is now just 25years old he married his childhood friend Preethi Narayanan. His marriage took place on sunday morning and in the evening, the newly married couple joined the Indian squad ahead of the second Test against West Indies which starts on monday.
 
   Ashwin spoke to PTI after joining his teammates in the evening and said he was "comfortable" playing the match in the next day after his wedding.

Rohit Sharma's satisfaction on himself

                               

 The Indian batsman Rohit Sharma does't take place on the last five ODI match against England due to finger injury. On Nov 9 Wednesday 2011 he said he is satisfied himself, because he had faced nearly 300 balls to his 100runs.

      He said now he is fit to play the match. He also said he is fit for batting,bowling and also for fielding.

      Rohit said he is happy about his century to his that century he faced 300 balls.    

Rohit was also happy for his Mumbai teammate Ajinkya Rahane, who made his international debut in England and has since then found a place in the 15-member Test squad against the West Indies

India bundled out for 209

                                

New Delhi, Nov 7: India were bundled out for 209 while West Indies posted 21runs for the loss of two wickets at stumps on Day 2 with a 116 run lead in the first test between India and West Indies at ferozshah Kotla in Delhi on Monday. Rahul Dravid's gritty fifty was the only saving grace, another being the valuable partnership of 49 runs with Ishant Sharma for the eighth wicket saw the hosts reach 209. West Indies' Sammy picked three wickets while Bishoo and Rampaul grabbed two wickets each which helped them to restrict India.

At tea, India were 151/4 and soon after resuming play lost two wickets of the skipper Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh off Darren Sammy's over. With half the team back in the pavillion, debutant Ashwin came in and soon followed his skipper after scoring a duck. India lost 6 wickets for 65 runs.

After the top order collapse, yet again Rahul Dravid had to shoulder the responsibility and start a rescue mission. With the most famous batting line-up struggling to score runs, it depended on the tail to do the rest. Rahul Dravid fought the battle alone with wickets tumbling at the other end.

Then came the lanky pacer Ishant Sharma, who played his part and supported Dravid in the rescue mission. The duo put in 49 runs for the eighth wicket as India reached 200. Ishant played an important role before being dismissed by Samuels for 17 with 2 boundaries to his credit.

With the passage of time, wickets tumbling at the other end, Rahul Dravid lost patience and was soon dismissed by Rampaul after scoring a valiant 54 off 111 balls which included 3 boundaries.
West Indies celebrated the fall of Dravid and soon they dismissed the other debutant Umesh Yadav also for a duck.

Djokovic Survives Malisse Scare

  World number one Novak Djokovic won a hard fought three setter against Veteran Xavier Malisse at the Swiss Indoor on Tuesday as he revealed he has recovered from what he termed the worst injury of his career.

   Djokovic, playing forthe first time in six weeks after a back injury in the Davis Cup Semifinal left him in lying in agony on court in Serbia, finally overcame the in-form Belgain 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 to progress to the second round.

The world number one who took the Basel title in 2009 but lost the final a year ago to Roger Federer,walked onto the court wearing a Batman Joker Halloween mask,but got a fright of his own as he faced down Malisse,ranked 47 in the world.

England beat India by six wickets

Pietersen, who missed the visitors' last ODI because of a fractured left thumb, returned in style with a match-winning knock that came off 39 balls as England chased down India's modest 121-run target with eight balls to spare.

After being dropped on one by Suresh Raina, Pietersen hit five boundaries and three sixes en route his quickfire innings as the reigning T20 champions proved their supremacy in the shortest format of the game.

Samit Patel was the second-best run-maker for England with a 25-ball 21, while Ravi Bopara remained unbeaten on 14.

Earlier, India produced an ordinary batting performance to be restricted to 120 for nine.

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's decision to bat first at a slowish Eden Gardens pitch backfired as barring Suresh Raina (39) and the skipper (21) himself, no other batsmen could post a challenge before the determined English attack.

Virat Kolhi and Manoj Tiwary made identical 15 and towards the end R Ashwin (17) played a short-little cameo to help the home team's cause.
Right-arm pacer Steven Finn, who impressed in the just-concluded ODI series, was the pick of the English bowlers with figures of three for 22, while Tim Bresnan (2/19) and part-timer Ravi Bopara (2/16) gave him the perfect support from the other end.

England, however, did not have the best of the starts while chasing against an all-spin Indian attack.

Ashwin and Pathan managed to hold the England openers but it was left-arm spinner Jadeja who gave the first breakthrough removing Kieswetter for 12 to give some ray of hope to the Indians.

England could have been further trouble if not for otherwise an agile Raina, who dropped Pietersen in the next over with the star batsman on one.

Three Indian fielders chased for Pietersen's top-edge that came from Ashwin's bowling and in the end Raina went for it, only to put it down, in what appeared to be the turning point of the match.
Pathan dismissed the other opener Alex Hales (11) but Pietersen grew in stature, unperturbed of what's happening around him.

After a cautious start, Pietersen opened up with some good blows against Pathan as he stitched a decisive third wicket 60-run partnership with Samit Patel.

The duo completed 50 runs together from 36 balls as the target looked within reach.

Pietersen completed his half-century from 34 balls with three sixes and five boundaries before he was adjudged leg before wicket to Raina, 15 runs short of the target.

But from there on victory was just a formality as Bopara and Jonny Bairstow (2 not out) ensured that there was no further damage and gave England its first win in the tour.

Earlier, India witnessed a disastrous start losing both the openers cheaply. Having waited in the sidelines for more than three years,

Robin Uthappa's comeback match turned out to be a nightmare as, sent in as an opener, he could manage only one.

Uthappa's opening partner, Ajinkya Rahane , who shone with the bat in England as well as in the ODI series at home, too did not last long and fell for a duck.

Uthappa was caught unaware by a rising Bresnan delivery, while Mumbai youngster Rahane disappointed with a poor shot selection against Finn as both were dismissed caught behind.

In need of a partnership with the scorecard reading five for two, in-form Kohli looked in fine nick as he began the repair work with vice-captain Raina.

Kohli, who was the Indian top-scorer in the ODI series against England, looked in an ominous mood before Bresnan cut short his innings, brilliantly caught by a running Hales.

But Raina in debutant Tiwary's company then started to resurrect the Indian innings with a 40-run fourth wicket stand before the former was cleaned up by left-arm spinner Patel.

Finn then removed Raina and scalped Jadeja in two successive leave tottering at 74 for six.

India once again banked on Dhoni to marshal the sinking ship, but the captain became a mute spectator when Bopara took two wickets in the form of Pathan (10) and Praveen to add to the home team's misery.

At 91 for eight, India looked in danger of being bowled inside 100, but R Ashwin (17) played a nice cameo in Dhoni's company to take the score to the 120-mark.

All eyes on India as F1 takes a pit stop in the country

Noida, Oct 27: India's image as a growing sports superpower will be put to test when it hosts the first ever Formula One Grand Prix beginning with the free practice session on Friday, Oct 28 where racing afficanados will get the first feel of the high-speed action set for Sunday.

Amid the Sebastian Vettels and Lewis Hamiltons, the racers of home team, Sahara Force India, would look to score points to make the country's entry into the glamorous world of F1 a memorable one. The action begins with the free practice session on Friday, followed by the qualifying on Saturday before the race.

Son of the soil Narain Karthikeyan will realise the dream of his life when he will run the Hispania car on the track of brand new Buddh International Circuit but Karun Chandhok is not that lucky as Team Lotus has not given him a racing seat.

Chandhok has no choice but to be content with driving during the practice session tomorrow. Like any shrewd business group, Team Lotus put business over emotions and decided to stick with regular drivers Heikki Kovalainen and Jarno Trulli as they aim to finish 10th ahead of fellow newcomers Hispania and Virgin.

A 10th place finish would mean receiving close to USD 30 million as revenue from FIA, so Team Principal Tony Fernandes did not hesitate in making an unpopular decision. "Driving in front of the home crowd cheering on is going to be a surreal experience. A once in a lifetime experience and I feel extremely fortunate. There is a huge buzz around the Grand Prix already and I'm sure that it'll be a resounding success that will motivate more youngsters towards the sport and give us the future F1 drivers," Karthikeyan said.