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We don’t need coaches driving intensity standards when Virat Kohli is around, says RCB coach Andy Flower

We don’t need coaches driving intensity standards when Virat Kohli is around, says RCB coach Andy Flower

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4 min readJun 1, 2026 05:28 PM IST Though Virat Kohli isn’t the captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, their captain Rajat Patidar and head coach Andy Flower have paid rich compliments on the influence the former India captain brings to the franchise. As RCB successfully managed to defend the title, beating Gujarat Titans in the final in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Kohli again played an match-winning knock, scoring an unbeaten 75 off 42 deliveries in the chase as he tallied over 650 runs in the season. Though he stepped aside as the captain ahead of the 2024 season, Kohli continues to be in the thick of action and continues to be the face of the franchise. Be it in the field or with the bat, his intensity has been hard to miss and at the same time, he has let Patidar run the show as captain without any interference. And Patidar said Kohli’s presence has allowed him to grow in his role as captain. “Regarding Virat bhai, I think you know, as I said in many …

Coaches thought she was too thin to hold up a bow, now she has Deepika Kumari in her scalp-list

Coaches thought she was too thin to hold up a bow, now she has Deepika Kumari in her scalp-list

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When Kirti Sharma topped the trials for the Indian women’s recurve team for Asian Games with Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod, her father Vijay Kumar remembered the day in 2022 when he visited a commission agent and took a loan for Rs 60,000 to get her a new recurve bow. A small-time farmer with three acres in Jind district’s Ritoli village in Haryana, he convinced the agent that he would repay the money with future yield. All that mattered to him was her daughter’s joy. “Chhori aise sambal ke rakh rah thi jaise sona ho (She was taking care of it like it was gold),” he tells The Indian Express. Now he says he wants to see a gold medal around her neck in the Asian Games, and slips down the memory lane. A decade ago, Kirti had never heard of archery. She saw a bow for the first time when reputed coach Udham Singh visited the FS Convent school at nearby Pillukhera to spot talented archers and start an academy. Kirti would not go …

Three coaches of Ujjain Express derail near Uttarakhand’s Rishikesh during maintenance work, no injuries reported

Three coaches of Ujjain Express derail near Uttarakhand’s Rishikesh during maintenance work, no injuries reported

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Three coaches of the Ujjain Express derailed near Yog Nagari Railway Station in Uttarakhand’s Rishikesh during shunting operations late Monday night, railway officials said. No passengers were on board at the time of the incident, and no injuries were reported. The derailment took place in the Khand Gaon area at around 9:30 pm. Authorities said restoration and repair work began immediately after the accident, while railway officials launched an investigation into the cause of the derailment. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Indian Railways expands Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat to 20 coaches amid rising demand

Indian Railways expands Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat to 20 coaches amid rising demand

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Indian Railways has upgraded the Mumbai Central-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express from 16 to 20 coaches to meet surging passenger demand. The move enhances capacity and convenience on the busy corridor, where ridership continues to grow with occupancy crossing 100 per cent Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

New scoring system: Badminton could lose its essence, say top Indian coaches

New scoring system: Badminton could lose its essence, say top Indian coaches

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New Delhi: Badminton is set for a significant change as the new 3×15 scoring format (three games to 15 points) gets implemented next year, replacing the current 3×21 system. It is difficult to predict how the game will unfold because the format has not been tested at the sport’s highest level. What it does show is that matches will be shorter, with 18 fewer points that could reduce match time by roughly 30 minutes or more. What it also means is that shuttlers trailing by a few points will be under greater pressure, and comebacks will be that much tougher. And, of course, it will also be less of a test of a shuttler’s physical abilities. Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen. (AP) Games could be faster and more attacking, but the tactical depth in constructing and finishing points while testing an opponent’s mind and movement could witness a dip. There has been considerable debate over the shift, and the badminton fraternity at large has been apprehensive. The Badminton World Federation (BWF), however, says its tests …

WFI appoints foreign coaches for all three disciplines ahead of Asian Games

WFI appoints foreign coaches for all three disciplines ahead of Asian Games

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Focused on winning multiple medals at the 2026 Asian Games and 2028 Olympics, the Wrestling Federation of India has appointed three foreign coaches and a High-Performance Director on Thursday. They are expected to work with the national squad, and will resume office next month. Georgia’s Emzarios Bentinidis will be the men’s freestyle coach, Japan’s Kosei Akaishi will look after the women wrestlers, Russia’s Gogi Koguashvili will be the coach for men’s Greco-Roman, while American Ian Butler will be the High-Performance Director. India has won at least one medal at the Olympic Games since 2008, and the national contingent recently grabbed 17 medals, including two gold and six silver, in the Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. “These appointments mark a significant milestone in Indian wrestling. By bringing in international expertise and establishing a dedicated high-performance leadership structure, we are building a system that supports our athletes at every level. Our goal is not only to win medals but to create a sustainable pathway for long-term excellence,” said WFI president Sanjay Singh. All four foreign experts …

Mysuru-Belagavi Vishwamanava Express to get LHB coaches from April 26

Mysuru-Belagavi Vishwamanava Express to get LHB coaches from April 26

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At present, the Mysuru-Belagavi Vishwamanava Express train operates with 21 conventional ICF coaches.  | Photo Credit: Photo for representation only The South Western Railway (SWR) will upgrade passenger safety and comfort by introducing modern LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch) coaches in Train No. 20676/20675 Mysuru–Belagavi–Mysuru Vishwamanava Superfast Express. The new coach composition will take effect from April 26 for departures from Mysuru, and April 27 from Belagavi. Published – April 18, 2026 12:51 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Horrendous, unwatchable’ LSG written off after Rishabh Pant predicted to miss full season; coaches told to play instead

‘Horrendous, unwatchable’ LSG written off after Rishabh Pant predicted to miss full season; coaches told to play instead

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Former Indian batter Krisnamachari Srikkanth tore apart the Lucknow Super Giants team after the IPL franchise sunk to another loss, seeing Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase down their target inside 15 overs in a one-sided contest that exposed the gulf in quality between the squads. Rishabh Pant retires hurt during LSG’s game vs RCB, grimacing in pain. (PTI) LSG’s strength – their top order batting and new-ball bowling – both fell flat in the match, as the issues with an out-of-form lineup including Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran flattered to deceive yet again. Speaking on YouTube, Srikkanth didn’t hold back. First off, Srikkanth predicted that captain Rishabh Pant would be done for the season, after looking in immense pain after being hit in the ribs by a Josh Hazlewood short ball. Pant had to retire hurt – and that makes a struggling LSG batting lineup look even more threadbare. “LSG batted horribly, and it was unwatchable… Rishabh Pant doesn’t look like he’ll play the rest of the season. LSG are a horrendous side. Only their bowling …

Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects upgraded coaches of Amrit Bharat trains| India News

Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects upgraded coaches of Amrit Bharat trains| India News

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From new colour themes to upgraded components like PVC flooring, seat and berth rexine, curtains, and modified lavatory areas, the new Amrit Bharat coaches is set to get an upgrade. The colour scheme has been introduced in the sample coach of Amri Bharat trains, to offer a modern, elegant and uniform aesthetic. (HT Photo) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday inspected the sample coaches for the next-generation Amrit Bharat trains at the New Delhi railway station. These sample coaches have been designed to enhance passenger comfort, aesthetics, and overall travel experience, the Indian Railways said. New colour themes The sample coaches feature a unique colour theme with coordinated shades across key components, including PVC flooring, seat and berth rexine, snack tables, curtains, and lavatory areas. The colour scheme has been introduced to offer a modern, elegant and uniform aesthetic. At the same time, it will help in uniformity and ease of maintenance. Fire safety compliant material The material used in the coaches is compliant with HL3 fire safety standards, reducing the risk of fire …

33 sexual harassments complaints filed against SAI staff and coaches: Sports Ministry

33 sexual harassments complaints filed against SAI staff and coaches: Sports Ministry

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India’s sports ecosystem has recorded 33 complaints of sexual harassment within the Sports Authority of India (SAI) over the past decade, according to data presented by the Union Sports Ministry in the Lok Sabha. Responding to an unstarred question on March 30, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya informed the House that eight complaints were filed against administrative staff, while 25 were lodged against coaches since 2016. Among the cases involving administrative staff, “one case penalty was Permanent withholding of full gratuity as per Rule 9 of CCS (Pension) Rules 1972,” the minister stated. The remaining cases were closed without penalty, while two are currently pending. In cases involving coaches, the action taken includes two terminations, six suspensions, and six minor penalties based on the findings of inquiry committees. Appeals and institutional mechanisms The Ministry also provided details on appeals filed against inquiry outcomes. “No appeal was filed” in cases related to administrative staff. However, in cases involving coaches, “eight appeals have been filed by the complainant or the accused against the decisions/recommendations of the inquiry committees.” …