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  India TV Sports Wrap on August 30: Today's top 10 trending news stories

  August 30, 2024 9:31 IST

  Joe Root smashed his 33rd Test century on Day 1 of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's while India's armless para-archer Sheetal Devi set a new world record while finishing second in her qualification event at the Paralympics in Paris. Here's a look at the top 10 sports stories on August 30.

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  India at Paris Paralympics Day 2 schedule: Avani kicks off her campaign; two medal events lined up

  August 30, 2024 6:12 IST

  After failing to win a medal on Day 1, the Indian contingent will take part in two medal events at the Paris Paralympics 2024 on Friday. The ace shooter Avani Lekhara will also feature in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 qualification event.

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  Sheetal Devi narrowly misses world record after finishing 2nd in ranking round at Paris Paralympics

  August 30, 2024 8:43 IST

  Indian para archer Sheetal Devi continued her red-hot form with a stellar performance in the opening round of the women's individual compound at Paris Paralympics 2024. She finished second in the rankings after scoring 703 points.

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  How many goals did Major Dhyan Chand score during India's unbeaten run at Olympics from 1928 to 1936

  August 29, 2024 13:56 IST

  August 29 is celebrated as National Sports Day in India as a mark of respect and tribute to India's 'wizard of hockey' Major Dhyan Chand. He was part of India's unbeaten run at the Olympic Games in 1928, 1932 and 1936 and played a massive role in helping the country win gold medals.

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  Why is National Sports Day celebrated on August 29?

  August 29, 2024 12:36 IST

  Established in 2012, India's National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year. On this day, the country also recognises the achievements of sportspersons over the last 12 months. The day also emphasises the importance and value of sports in our day-to-day lives.

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  Major Dhyan Chand's statue unveiled by his son Ashok Kumar on occasion of National Sports Day

  August 29, 2024 12:03 IST

  Major Dhyan Chand's birth anniversary is celebrated as National Sports Day on August 29 in India. On the occasion, his son Ashok Kumar who is also an Olympian unveiled his father's statue in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.

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  India's Chef de Mission SP Sangwan predicts record 28 medals at Paris Paralympics 2024 | Exclusive

  August 28, 2024 22:32 IST

  The Paralympic Committee of India vice president Satya Prakash Sangwan will lead India's 84-member contingent at the Paris Paralympics 2024 and revealed India's preparations in an exclusive interview with India TV.

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  India at Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 1 schedule: Sheetal Devi, Aruna Tanwar in action on opening day

  August 28, 2024 22:56 IST

  India at Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 1 schedule: India's star archer Sheetal Devi will begin her campaign on the opening day at the 17th edition of the Paralympics Summer Games. Sheetal won two golds and one silver in the Asian Games last year and is top hopeful for a medal in Paris as well.

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  Shaheen Afridi on verge of losing top ten spot in ICC men's Test rankings after Pakistan's loss

  August 28, 2024 18:06 IST

  Pakistan suffered a huge ten-wicket defeat in the first Test match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi after a poor show by bowlers in the first innings. Shaheen Afridi managed to take just two wickets across two innings to take a big blow in his standings in the latest ICC Test rankings.

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  Paris Paralympics Live Streaming: When and where to watch paralympians in action on TV and online?

  August 28, 2024 11:36 IST

  India's first-ever medal at the Paralympics came in 1972 with Murlikant Petkar securing a gold medal in swimming. Petkar clinched the gold medal and set a world record in the 50m freestyle 3 swimming event with a timing of 37.33 seconds.

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  From Sumit Antil to Avani Lekhara, India's top medal contenders for Paris Paralympics 2024

  August 27, 2024 23:13 IST

  The Indian contingent will be eyeing to register its best-ever medal haul at the Paris Paralympics 2024. India has sent its largest-ever contingent of 84 athletes for the Paralympics 2024. Here are India's top medal contenders for the Games.

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  India's complete schedule for Paris Paralympics 2024; check key events and athletes in action

  August 27, 2024 22:18 IST

  After the completion of the Olympics 2024, Paris gears to host the Paralympics 2024 from August 28 onwards. India has sent a strong 84-member athlete contingent for the Paralympics. Here is India's schedule for the Paris Paralympics 2024.

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  India TV Sports Wrap on August 27: Today's top 10 trending news stories

  August 27, 2024 11:06 IST

  India TV Sports Wrap on August 27: From all the tennis action to the cricketing circuit, here are all the top 10 trending sports news stories and the latest happenings from the world of sports on August 27.

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  Exclusive | 'My only advice to 11-year-old self would be, just don't worry and...' - Aman Sehrawat

  August 27, 2024 8:00 IST

  Paris Olympics bronze medallist and India's youngest individual medal winner in the Summer Games history, Aman Sehrawat sat down at Chhatrasal Stadium with India TV in an exclusive chat to speak about his reception back at home, the expectations before going to Paris, those 10 hours and much more.

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  US Open 2024: How much prize money will winners bag as year's last Grand Slam gets underway?

  August 26, 2024 17:26 IST

  US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic takes the tennis court for the first time after winning the gold medal at the Olympics 2024. He would be gunning for his 25th Grand Slam title and to defend his US crown. Meanwhile, here's the full prize money for the competition.

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  'Battle with Chikungunya...' - India's badminton star set to be out of action for next few months

  August 26, 2024 14:44 IST

  India's badminton contingent at the Paris Olympics returned without a medal for the first time since 2012. Lakshya Sen was the closest as he lost the bronze medal clash after going down to the eventual gold medallist Viktor Axelsen in the semifinal.

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  India TV Sports Wrap on August 26: Today's top 10 trending news stories

  August 26, 2024 10:35 IST

  India TV Sports Wrap on August 26: From all the tennis action to the cricketing circuit, here are all the top 10 trending sports news stories and the latest happenings from the world of sports on August 26.

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  Reigning Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen to return to court with Hong Kong Open

  August 26, 2024 9:03 IST

  Viktor Axelsen won the gold medal at the Paris Olympics in the men's singles category by defeating the reigning world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn in straight games 21-11, 21-11 in the summit clash.

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  'Neeraj will throw 92m to 93m in one or two years': Jhajharia confident of Chopra hitting 90m mark

  August 24, 2024 23:08 IST

  Neeraj Chopra clinched a silver medal at the Olympics 2024 after sending a throw of 89.45m in the Paris Games. Neeraj has not been able to breach the 90m mark with his best throw being 89.94m. Devendra Jhjharia has backed Neeraj to breach the mark by a good margin.

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  Story of Niranjan Mukundan, India's first-para swimmer with 100 International medals | Exclusive

  August 26, 2024 12:54 IST

  Niranjan Mukundan was born with a medical condition called spina bifida in which an area of the spinal cord does not form properly. Mukundan has undergone 19 surgeries but his unwavering dedication and passion to succeed in life has led him to 100 International medals.

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  India TV Sports Wrap on August 24: Today's top 10 trending news stories

  August 25, 2024 9:55 IST

  India TV Sports Wrap on August 24: From all the tennis action to the cricketing circuit, here are all the top 10 trending sports news stories and the latest happenings from the world of sports on August 24.

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  Paralympics 2024: 84 athletes, 12 sports; India's contingent and participation for Paris Games

  August 24, 2024 0:03 IST

  India will be sending its largest contingent for the Paris Paralympics, set to take place from August 28 to September 8 in Paris. 84 athletes will be representing India in the French Capital. Here are the Indian athletes who qualified for the Paris Games.

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  'The main goal is...': Archana Kamath opens up on decision to quit table tennis at 24 years of age

  August 23, 2024 17:45 IST

  Archana Kamath called it time to table tennis at 24 after representing India at the recently concluded Paris Olympics in 2024. Archana was part of the Indian team that reached the quarterfinals of the Summer Games. Archana has revealed what is her main goal and why she called time to TT.

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  Avani Lekhara focuses on 'process rather than outcome' as expectations rise before Paralympics 2024

  August 23, 2024 17:44 IST

  Avani Lekhara had clinched gold in the 10m air rifle SH1 category and a bronze in the 50m rifle 3 positions SH1 at the Tokyo Paralympics. Therefore, people are expecting Avani to clinch another gold medal at the Paris Paralympics.

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  Can this guy even play with us?: India's basketball star on stereotypes around Indian players

  August 26, 2024 16:48 IST

  Ulhas KS is the first ever Indian basketball player to feature in the European league. He has not only played for India but has also featured in leagues in Moldova and Malta. In a freewheeling chat with India TV, Ulhas has opened up on his journey and experience so far...

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  'Money is not the reason': Archana Kamath's coach on her decision to quit table tennis | Exclusive

  August 26, 2024 16:49 IST

  Archana Girish Kamath garnered eyeballs for the first time when she won the women's singles competition at the 2023 National Games. She was the only Indian who managed to win a game against Germany in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics.

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  India TV Sports Wrap on August 23: Today's top 10 trending news stories

  August 23, 2024 11:07 IST

  India TV Sports Wrap on August 23: From all the tennis action to the cricketing circuit, here are all the top 10 trending sports news stories and the latest happenings from the world of sports on August 23.

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  Diamond League 2024 javelin throw points table: Neeraj Chopra still not qualified for final

  August 23, 2024 8:43 IST

  Neeraj Chopra finished second in Lausanne at the Diamond League meet, however, still is not officially assured a place in the final. Anderson Peters, who achieved the meet record with a 90.61m throw finished at the top in Lausanne and jumped one place up on the points table as well.