Vijender-Hope title bout's 1st phase tickets sold out
New Delhi: The eagerly-anticipated WBO Asia title bout between star Indian boxer Vijender Singh and Australian Kerry Hope has proved to be a hit with the fans, who have grabbed all the tickets that went on sale in the first phase. The first allocation of tickets to see WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight title contest being held at Thyagaraj Sports Complex in Delhi on July 16 was sold out in less than two weeks, the bout's promoters — IOS Boxing Promotions he championship will feature a total of seven fights including the main event of Vijender. The first phase had about 30 percent of the total capacity of the stadium up for sale and the tickets were sold out in just 12 days. The second phase of sales will start from June 23.
Dynamos retain Chakraborty, sign lewis
New Delhi: Delhi Dynamos FC have renewed their contract with Mohun Bagan midfielder Souvik Chakraborty and signed his teammate Kean lewis for the upcoming season of Hero Indian Super league, in a move aimed at strengthening their midfield. With Mohun Bagan, Souvik won the I-league in 2015 and the Federation Cup in 2016. He has been a force to reckon with in the midfield with his brand of energy and athleticism.Souvik is widely regarded as an extremely hardworking player, and his high work rate per match is a proof of thatlewis expressed his gratitude by stating, "I am glad to join the Delhi Dynamos ranks and I would like to thank the club for giving me the opportunity to showcase my skills in ISl 3. I am hoping for a lot of support from the club and the fans."
Mumbai sign Jackichand, Khongjee
Mumbai: Mumbai City FC have announced the signing of three domestic players into their squad for the Hero ISl 2016.Jackichand Singh, Aiborlang Khongjee and Boithang Haokip have secured their spot in the team following strong performances in the leagues. The 24-year-old India winger Jackichand Singh played for Salgaocar FC in the 2015-16 I-league season. Singh was also selected as the 'Indian I-league Player of the Year 2014-15'.Boithang Haokip, known for his dribbling ability. The 25-year-old winger is a set-piece specialist who is prolific down the wings and also an excellent player in central midfield. Aiborlang Khongjee who has the ability to play across the back four as well as in the defensive midfield position adding to the team's defense. Khongjee has seven appearances for India and was part of the SAFF Championship winning Indian team in 2015-16.
Coppell to lead Kerala Blasters
Kochi: Kerala Blasters on Tuesday announced that former England international Steve Coppell will lead the team in the next edition of the Hero Indian Super league (ISl) 2016.The appointment of Coppell comes close on the heels of the consortium of Chiranjeevi, Akkineni Nagarjuna, Allu Arvind and Nimmagadda Prasad joining Sachin Tendulkar as co-owners of Kerala Blasters.Coppell was the foremost right-winger of his generation known for his speed and work rate. He won domestic honors for Manchester United with 322 appearances and 53 goals. "Indian Super league has laid a strong foundation in its last two seasons nurturing quality Indian football. Also, its unique format gives an opportunity to Indian players to play and compete against international talent, learnings that will strengthen the roots of football in India," Coppell said.