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Neeraj Chopra clinches second Diamond League 2023 title
His fifth attempt of 87.66m extended his lead over others, with Julian Weber of Germany managing only 87.03m in the last attempt, Mid-Day reported.With not an ideal beginning to his campaign in Lausanne, Chopra began his first attempt with a foul throw.
Iga Swiatek withdraws from Bad Homburg Open with illness
"I'm so sorry but I have to pull out of my match today," Swiatek said in a statement on Twitter. "I had a restless night because of some fever and possible food poisoning. I'm not able to perform today and I need to take care of myself. I hope I'll be fine soon. Your support in Bad Homburg was amazing, thank you," she added.
Iga Swiatek withdraws from Bad Homburg Open with illness
"I'm so sorry but I have to pull out of my match today," Swiatek said in a statement on Twitter. "I had a restless night because of some fever and possible food poisoning. I'm not able to perform today and I need to take care of myself. I hope I'll be fine soon. Your support in Bad Homburg was amazing, thank you," she added.
Ashes 2023: 'Before the first innings, I really struggle to sleep', reveals Steve Smith about his pre-match rituals
In the ongoing Ashes 2023 series against England, the Australian didn't have a great outing in the opening Test. However, he redeemed himself in the first innings of the second Test at Lord's Test by scoring his 32nd century. With his historic century, the right-hander batter achieved a couple of notable milestones.
Asian Kabaddi Championship: India beat Iran in the final to reclaim title
This was India's eighth title in the last nine editions played so far while Iran won the title once, in 2003. India trailed Iran in the first five minutes of the game. However, a couple of tackle points by the defenders and successful raids from Pawan Sehrawat and Aslam Inamdar handed Iran their first All-Out of the match in the 10th minute.
Steve Harmison criticises Kevin Pietersen for slamming England's bowling attack
Pietersen expressed his displeasure with England's lethargic approach, notably the time it took for the players to get onto the field and the slow pace at which they bowled. Following the conclusion of day one of the second Ashes Test at Lord's, Pietersen launched a scathing critique against England after they elected to bowl first against Australia.
Ashes 2023: Vaughan blasts England's Bazball style in first innings as 'absolute stupidity'
The host lost Ollie Pope (42), Ben Duckett (98) and Joe Root (10) to rash dismissals in the middle of England's 45-minute Bazball blitz at the Lord's that saw them slump from 188/1 to 222/4. They eventually recovered to 278/4 at stumps on the second day, still 138 runs behind Australia's first innings score of 416.
Hockey: Team is more determined than ever to bag Gold in Asian Games, says India captain Savita
Captain Savita Punia is confident in her team's preparation and ability to finish on top of the podium at the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Games, which will take place in September and October of this year. the Hangzhou Asian Games will also be a chance for the Indian team to improve upon the silver medal it won in Jakarta four years back.
Ashes 2023: Robinson has not looked dangerous in the series at all, says Ricky Ponting
Robinson returned figures of 3-100, removing Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon in the first innings of the Lord's Test match. Those three wickets leave Robinson with the most wickets of any pace bowler in the series so far, with a lower average and economy than any of Australia’s pace attack. But speaking on the ICC Review podcast, Ponting said that the stats are skewed by Robinson picking up lower-order wickets and that Robinson, although skilful, has lacked threat.
Ashes 2023: Australia sweat on Lyon's injury as off-spinner faces lengthy time on sidelines
Lyon is unlikely to take part in the reminder of the Lord's Test and the Australian team management is hoping that he will recover in time for the next Test. However, initial assessment indicates that their worst fears might come true and Lyon will likely have to spend some time off the roster to recuperate from the injury.
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