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Pakistan Sports Board revokes life ban imposed on Arshad Nadeem’s coach | Sport-others News

Pakistan Sports Board revokes life ban imposed on Arshad Nadeem’s coach | Sport-others News

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In a turn of events for Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has revoked the ban on his long-time coach Salman Butt after he was banned by Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation (PAAF) last month. Senator Pervez Rashid was appointed as adjudicator after coach Salman Butt took his plea to the PSB and the Pakistan Olympic Committee (POC) The senator said on Monday he was overturning the ban on Butt as the action by the PAAF was unconstitutional. He said there was a complete lack of due process, noting that no charge sheet or proper hearing was ever provided to Butt. He also called on the PAAF to immediately withdraw all adverse notes and communications sent to international bodies and said Butt can continue to remain Nadeem’s coach and represent Pakistan on the world stage. The ban was imposed after Nadeem finished 10th in the World Athletics Championships. On returning home after the tournament, the coach was told by PSB and PAAF to submit a report on why Nadeem performed poorly. In his report, Butt said …

Olympic Champion Arshad Nadeem’s Instagram blocked in India, Cricketers’ accounts still accessible

Olympic Champion Arshad Nadeem’s Instagram blocked in India, Cricketers’ accounts still accessible

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Pakistani Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem’s Instagram account has been blocked in India following a legal request, sparking controversy and raising questions about the consistency of social media regulations. This action comes in the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, following the recent Pahalgam attack. Nadeem’s account, a platform where he shares his athletic achievements and personal moments, was blocked after a legal request was filed. The decision has drawn attention due to the availability of other Pakistani sports figures’ accounts in India, such as cricketer Shahid Afridi, leading some to raise concerns about the selective enforcement of social media policies. Along with Nadeem, YouTube accounts of Pakistani cricketers Shahid Afridi and Shoaib Akhtar have also been withheld in India, adding to the growing concern about the accessibility of social media accounts belonging to Pakistani athletes and sports figures. The controversy was further complicated by the recent Neeraj Chopra Classic event, set to take place in Bangalore later this month. Before the Pahalgam attack, Chopra had expressed his intention to invite Nadeem to …

Arshad Nadeem’s name missing, Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage added to elite field

Arshad Nadeem’s name missing, Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage added to elite field

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The javelin throw field for the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 was announced on Thursday with Pakistan thrower Arshad Nadeem’s name missing. Instead, Rumesh Pathirage from Sri Lanka has been added to the elite field of international throwers. While the seven javelin throwers from abroad have been named, the Indian throwers are yet to be revealed. two-time Olympics medallist Neeraj Chopra has already confirmed that he will be competing at the event. The field also includes Rio Olympics gold medalist from Germany Thomas Röhler besides former world champion Julius Yego. The event will be held in Bengaluru. The Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, scheduled for May 24, will have the status of a World Athletics Gold Label event, It is being jointly organised by Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports, in association with the Athletics Federation of India and World Athletics. READ MORE: Behind Neeraj Chopra’s NC Classic: Learning about lighting levels, getting out of comfort zone, nurturing a dream Story continues below this ad Full list of international throwers at Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 Anderson …

“May You Have Wonderful Life”: Arshad Nadeem’s Special Wish On Neeraj Chopra’s Birthday

“May You Have Wonderful Life”: Arshad Nadeem’s Special Wish On Neeraj Chopra’s Birthday

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File photo of Neeraj Chopra and Arshad nAdeem© AFP Paris Olympics gold medallist Arshad Nadeem took to social media to wish India’s ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on his birthday on Thursday. “Happy Birthday to my friend and fellow athlete @Neeraj_chopra1. Wishing you a year filled with happiness, success, better health, and joy. May you have a wonderful life ahead!” Arshad Nadeem wrote on X. Happy Birthday to my friend and fellow athlete @Neeraj_chopra1 Wishing you a year filled with happiness, success, better health and joy. May you have a wonderful life ahead! — Arshad Nadeem (@ArshadOlympian1) December 24, 2024 Arshad bagged the historic gold for Pakistan with a throw of 92.97m, setting a new Olympic record and surpassing Denmark’s Andreas Thorkildsen’s mark from Beijing 2008. Grenada’s Anderson Peters secured bronze with a throw of 88.54m. Tokyo medallist Neeraj fell short of retaining his title, finishing with a best throw of 89.45m in second place. Despite a strong performance on his second attempt, he struggled with four consecutive foul throws and …

Hard to believe: Neeraj Chopra on Arshad Nadeem’s struggles to acquire new javelin | Sport-others News

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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra on Monday expressed astonishment when he found out that his on field rival and friend from Pakistan Arshad Nadeem was struggling to acquire a new javelin. “It has now got to a stage where the javelin is damaged and I have asked the national federation and my coach to do something about it before the Paris Olympics. When I started off in 2015, competing in international events I got this javelin … for an international athlete aiming to win a medal in the Olympic Games, you need proper equipment and training facilities,” Nadeem had said a few weeks back. Chopra, who shares a great bond with Nadeem off the field said that it was really hard to believe that the Pakistan athlete was facing such a struggle for a new javelin. “It is hard to believe that he has been struggling to get a new javelin. Given his credentials, this should not be a big issue at all,” Chopra said to SAI Media on Monday. “It can’t be that he (Nadeem) …

On Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem’s Struggle To Buy New Javelin, Neeraj Chopra Says “Hard To Believe”. Gives Advice

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Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem are two of the brightest javelin throwers to have emerged from Asia in recent time. In competitions, the duo has been known to push each other for more success. Off the pitch, they have been known for their bonhomie and camaraderie. They may be fierce competitors but have a healthy respect for each other. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem and India’s Neeraj Chopra are javelin superstars in their own right and a symbol of perfect friendship. Both Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra are getting ready for the upcoming outdoor season. While Chopra is currently training in Turkey, the 27-year-old Nadeem’s preparations have hit a ‘snag’. The Pakistani recently said he is struggling to acquire an international standard javelin for many years and has been “using one for the past seven to eight years.” Chopra, the world and defending Olympic champion, is rather surprised to hear this. In an exclusive chat with SAI Media recently, Chopra, who competed with Nadeem in the World Athletics Championships in Budapest last year, said, “It is …

Sonu Nigam responds to Pakistani singer Omer Nadeem’s plagiarism accusations

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Days after Sonu Nigam was accused by Pakistani singer Omer Nadeem of plagiarising his song, he left comments on Omer’s post, which Omer has now shared on his Instagram profile. The renowned Indian singer found himself amid controversy as fans pointed out similarities between his latest song Sun Zara and a composition by Omer Nadeem. Sonu has now reacted to the controversy. Also read: Pasoori remake teaser from Satyaprem Ki Katha | Fans of Pakistani hit want ‘jail for everybody involved‘ Sonu Nigam has responded to Omer Nadeem’s plagiarism accusations. Sonu clarifies reason behind singing the song Sonu Nigam has not only acknowledge the similarities, but also extend an apology to Omer Nadeem. Sonu opened up about the unintentional resemblance between his song and Omer’s creation and also expressed his deep respect for Omer’s work, adding that the similarities were purely coincidental. “Just so you all know, I have nothing to do with this. I was requested to do the song by KRK (Kamaal R Khan), who is my neighbour in Dubai. And then couldn’t …