Steelers, Thalaivas play out thrilling tie
Ahmedabad: Haryana Steelers and Tamil Thalaivas played out a thrilling 25-25 tie in the Vivo Pro Kabaddi league here on Wednesday. Tamil Thalaivas looked to capitalise on their new-found form as they took on league's most formidable side. Prapanjan scored seven raid points for Thalaivas whereas Surender Nada scored seven points for Steelers. It was an evenly matched contest in the true sense as both teams scored equal raid and tackle points. Ajay Thakur had a quiet first half for Tamil Thalaivas as they trailed 7-9. Both teams' defence was looking good in the first half as the bulk of the points came from tackles. Haryana Steelers led in the match for the first time after first half as they made it 23-22 in 37th minute. Ashish Chhokar made it 25-24 for Haryana Steelers with a raid in the penultimate minute. Dong Geon lee levelled the match at 25-25 with a raid for Thalaivas.
COA seeks Supreme Court’s directive
New Delhi: The Committee of Administrators (COA) has sought the removal of BCCI office-bearers, including acting president CK Khanna and secretary Amitabh Choudhary, for non-compliance of lodha Panel reforms. In its fifth Status Report submitted to the Supreme Court, the COA has also sought the removal of treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry. In a scathing report submitted in the apex court, the two-member COA has asked that "governance, management and administration" of the board be handed over to them along with a professional group headed by CEO Rahul Johri till the elections are held.
Delhi steal show in Judo Championship
New Delhi: The boys and girls of Delhi performed brilliantly in the three-day sub-junior and junior All India Invitational Judo Championships which ended at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Bawana on Tuesday night. This championship was being held for the first time and was organized by Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sports Club. In this championship, 1600 players from almost all the states of the country took part. The boys of Delhi won medals in many weight categories. They were especially impressive in 66 kg category where they bagged three medals. Delhi girls were also impressive, winning all three medals in 70 kg and plus 70 kg divisions.
2 new teams onboard pbl bandwagon
Chennai: Two new teams — Ahmedabad Smash Masters and Guwahati Eastern Warriors, are set to be part of the third Premier Badminton league (PBl) scheduled to be held from December 22 to January 14, next year. The league will be an eight-team affair from the upcoming season. The upcoming season will be played in four cities in a rolling format with the final being hosted by Chennai. The third edition of PBl will also see the 11-point format make way for 15 point format and there will be single match a day to drive more footfalls at the stadium and viewership on TV.