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Asian Games 2023: India announce women's football team, former captain Bala Devi returns

Manipur's star striker Bala Devi last played for India in 2019 but has recorded 52 goals in just 58 international matches.

Explained: Why wrestlers will play under India flag in Asian Games but not in World Championships

United World Wrestling suspended WFI for not being able to hold the elections as Indian wrestlers won't be allowed to compete under India flag in the World Championships.

Asian Games 2023: India to not have any representation for breakdancing, ministry refuses

Breakdancing is one of the two medal events making its debut in the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou. Two men and women each were nominated for the event by Breakdance Federation of India (BDFI) but ministry refused to clear the teams. Know why...

Vinesh Phogat pulls out of Asian Games due to injury in a big blow to Indian contingent

Vinesh Phogat was exempted from the Asian Games trials in the 53kg category. With Phogat now missing the event, 19-year-old Antim Panghal who was in standbys despite winning the trials in the same weight category will participate in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou.

'Was a bit shocked': Shikhar Dhawan admits he didn't expect selectors to not consider him for Asian

Shikhar Dhawan has not been considered in the Indian team for quite some time now. He last played for India in December last year and since Shubman Gill has been opening the innings for India. However, he was expected to be picked for the Asian Games

You can win..: CSK star recalls Dhoni's big praise, advice as he returns to Team India after 3 years

The Indian all-rounder who played under MS Dhoni in IPL 2023 is making a comeback into the national side after a gap of three years.

Asian Games Football: India squad announced for the tournament, Sunil Chhetri to lead

Sunil Chhetri, Sandesh Jhingan and Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu are the three senior players in the squad. The men's football event at the Asian Games has been an Under-23 event but each team is allowed to pick three players over 23 years.

Which teams will India face in Asian Games and FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers? Know all details

India's Football team, Men's and Women's, was given last minute entry in the Asian Games and Anurag Thakur, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports of India, confirmed the same on Twitter on Wednesday (July 27).

AIFF can send Sunil Chhetri's senior team to Asian Games if Sports Ministry gives green signal

Indian football was hit with a blow when a ministry letter declared them not eligible for the Asian Games.

Asian Games: Delhi HC refuses to interfere with exemption to wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia

Antim Panghal questions Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games direct entry

WFI's decision to give an exemption to Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat from the Asian Games trial has been met with widespread criticism from wrestling coaches and other players.

Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat exempted from Asian Games trials; wrestlers get direct entries

Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat were among the protesting wrestlers demanding the arrest of Brij Bhushan.

Team announcement at night, no press interactions: Aakash Chopra on Indian cricket's 'new formula'

The BCCI announced Team India's squads for men's and women's competitions in the Asian Games late on Friday Night after 10:30 PM IST and the trend has been noticed by several former cricketers.

'Kindly allow our football team to participate in Asian Games': Igor Stimac appeals to PM Modi

The Indian Football team will likely miss out on participating in the Asian Games 2023. Both Men's and Women's teams have not met the eligibility criteria set by the Union Sports Ministry.

Shikhar Dhawan to Samson: 5 players in contention for WC who were left out from Asia Games squad

The BCCI announced the Indian squad for the 19th Asian Games to be held in Hangzhou China and a few prominent names were missing from the squad, however, it may not be the end of the road for them just yet.

Asian Games 2023: Why Indian Football teams are set to miss continental event despite recent success

Asian Games 2023: The continental event is set to take place from September 23 onwards. India might not be able to send its Men's and Women's teams to the Games.

Sanju going to WC: Twitterati in meltdown as Asian Games squad doesn't feature fan-favourite Samson

The BCCI announced the Indian team's squad for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China with the first team and a few players in contention for the World Cup missing out.

BCCI announces Team India squad for Asian Games, Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead; Rinku, Jitesh called up

The second-string Indian team will be going for the Asian Games 2023 for the men's T20 competition to be held from September 28 to October 8 in Hangzhou, China.

BCCI announces Indian women's squad for Asian Games; Richa returns; U-19 star gets maiden call-up

The women's T20 cricket competition in the Asian Games 2023 is set to be held from September 19-28 in Hangzhou, China. The BCCI will be sending both men and women's teams.

Not Shikhar Dhawan! Dinesh Karthik picks 35-year-old as India's captaincy choice for Asian Games

Veteran Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who last played a T20I in 2021, is reportedly set to lead the Men in Blue in the Asian Games but Dinesh Karthik wants the legendary all-rounder to be named the skipper.