Gill has played under the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and played a vital role in India reaching the World Cup final at home recently.

Shubman Gill shares first reaction to being named skipper of Gujarat Titans in IPL

India opener Shubman Gill feels the experience of playing under "great leaders" in the India setup will help him a lot when he leads Gujarat Titans in the upcoming season of the IPL.

Gill has played under the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and played a vital role in India reaching the World Cup final at home recently.

India opener Shubman Gill feels the experience of playing under "great leaders" in the India setup will help him a lot when he leads Gujarat Titans in the upcoming season of the IPL.
Gill has played under the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and played a vital role in India reaching the World Cup final at home recently.
Gill was recently announced skipper of 2022 IPL champions Gujarat Titans after their captain for two seasons, Hardik Pandya, was traded back to five-time winners Mumbai Indians.
It will be Gill's maiden outing as captain of an IPL side, having begun his journey in the competition in 2018 with Kolkata Knight Riders before heading to GT in 2022.
"We all know captainship comes with a lot of things, and commitment is one of them. Discipline is one of them. Hard work is one of them. Loyalty is one of them," said Gill in a video posted by the franchise on social media.
"And, because, I think I've played under great leaders and I've learned a lot from them, I think those learnings that I have had from their experience playing under them is gonna help me a lot in this IPL." Gill added that there was no dearth of experienced players in Gujarat Titans, and he would get to learn a lot from leaders such as New Zealand's Kane Williamson and Afghanistan's Rashid Khan.
"We have great leaders in our team, be it Kane (Williamson) or be it Rashid (Khan) or be it (Mohammed) Shami, or even David (Miller), or even Wriddhi (Saha). So, I think it's gonna be great.
"And obviously, there are gonna be a lot of learnings along the way, which would be my experience as a captain. And I see a lot of people making great memories," he added.
As far as playing the leadership role is concerned, Gill was the India U-19 vice-captain during the 2018 World Cup. He was also named skipper of India Blue during the 2019-20 Duleep Trophy, the India C captain in the Deodhar Trophy the same season, and the India-A leader during the New Zealand tour later in 2019.
However, Gill feels it will take him some time for the feeling of being made GT skipper to sink in.
"I think it's gonna take, like, probably till the time we don't play the first match. It's not gonna quite sink in. It's a great feeling.
"I was about seven or eight years old when IPL started happening. Obviously, it's a dream for any kid who wants to be a cricketer and wants to play the IPL to be able to captain a team. Then, to be able to be that kind of binding factor in this team, it feels amazing," he concluded.

Team director Mohammed Hafeez has stated that for the point of offering a central or domestic contract to a handful of players is to make sure they are available to play. 

Pakistan Cricket Board asks its players to priortise country over franchise cricket

Team director Mohammed Hafeez has stated that for the point of offering a central or domestic contract to a handful of players is to make sure they are available to play.&nbsp;

Days after ace Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf declined to participate in the upcoming Tour of Australia, Pakistan Cricket Board has advised its players to priortise the country over franchise cricket.&nbsp; Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Pakistan team director Mohammad Hafeez said, 'All centrally contracted and domestic contracted players, for all of them, the priority is Pakistan. The point of offering it (contract) to the 20-25 players is to make sure they are available to play.'&nbsp; Haris Rauf made himself unavailable for selection for the upcoming 3-match Test series in Australia starting December 14. He is waiting for an NOC to play for the Melbourne Stars, a franchise of Australia's Big Bash League.&nbsp; He stated that a situation similar to Rauf's unavailability was observed during the Asia Cup and World Cup.&nbsp; 'There was talk of fatigue, or players were getting injured because their workloads were too much, or not performing as they should,' Hafeez revealed.&nbsp; The former Pakistan captain concluded that ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, the country's cricket board will personally manage the players' workload and if seen fit, only then will the PCB issue a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) to the player.&nbsp;

Dravid's first assignment in his second stint will be India's tour of South Africa. The tour starts with 3 T20Is and as many ODIs, followed by a 2-match Test series.

Head Coach Rahul Dravid and support staff contracts extended by BCCI

Rahul Dravid will continue as the head coach of Team India.
The BCCI announced on Wednesday that they were extending the contracts for Team India head coach and the support staff.

Dravid's first assignment in his second stint will be India's tour of South Africa. The tour starts with 3 T20Is and as many ODIs, followed by a 2-match Test series.

Rahul Dravid will continue as the head coach of Team India. The BCCI announced on Wednesday that they were extending the contracts for Team India head coach and the support staff.
The board had offered an extension to Dravid and the former India skipper finally accepted it. 'The BCCI engaged in productive discussions with Mr. Rahul Dravid after the term of his contract ended following the recently concluded ICC Men&rsquo;s Cricket World Cup 2023 and unanimously agreed to further the tenure,' read an official statement by the BCCI.
One crucial reason the BCCI was keen on sticking with Dravid was to ensure continuity to the structure he had put in place over the past two years, which might have otherwise got disrupted had a new head coach been appointed.
Dravid's first assignment in his second stint will be India's tour of South Africa. The tour starts with 3 T20Is and as many ODIs, followed by a 2-match Test series.
'The Board acknowledges Mr. Dravid's instrumental role in moulding the Indian Team and commends his exceptional professionalism. The Board also appreciates Mr. VVS Laxman for his exemplary roles as Head of NCA and as the stand-in Head Coach. Similar to their legendary on-field partnerships, Mr. Dravid and Mr. Laxman have worked closely in driving Indian Cricket forward,' the statement added.&nbsp;

It was once again Erling Haaland who inspired the Citizens to staged a comeback. He found the net soon after halftime, which was his 40th Champions League goal.&nbsp;

Champions League: Manchester City come back from 2 goals down to beat RB Leipzig, Barcelona reach last 16

Manchester City came back from 2 goals down to beat RB Leipzig 3-2 in their 1st-leg of the Champions League last 16 at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

It was once again Erling Haaland who inspired the Citizens to staged a comeback. He found the net soon after halftime, which was his 40th Champions League goal.&nbsp;

Manchester City vs RB Leipzig
Manchester City came back from 2 goals down to beat RB Leipzig 3-2 in their 1st-leg of the Champions League last 16 at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.
Belgian forward Lois Openda put Leipzig ahead in just the 13th minute and doubled the lead 20 minutes later.
But it was once again Erling Haaland who inspired the Citizens to staged a comeback. He found the net soon after halftime, which was his 40th Champions League goal.&nbsp;
Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez too stuck a goal each as Manchester City completed a thrilling win. They will face RB Leipzig in last 16 second leg at home.
Barcelona vs FC Porto
Barcelona too had a similar outing where they found themselves trailing at the 30th-minute when Aquino Cossa put FC Porto ahead.
However, Joao Cancelo equalised with a stunning curling strike just 2 minutes later.
Joao Felix then sealed a win in the 56th minute as Barcelona won 2-1 and are guaranteed to qualify from Group H with Porto and Shakhtar Donetsk.&nbsp;
Five-time winners Barca will play in the Champions League knockout stages for the first time since 2020-21

According to ESPNcricinfo, Dravid was approached by the BCCI last week, with the tenure of the extension being open-ended.

BCCI offers Rahul Dravid a contract extension as Team India head coach

Contrary to reports that BCCI is keen on having a new head coach for the Indian men's cricket team, the Board has reportedly offered Rahul Dravid a contract extension.

According to ESPNcricinfo, Dravid was approached by the BCCI last week, with the tenure of the extension being open-ended.

Contrary to reports that BCCI is keen on having a new head coach for the Indian men's cricket team, the Board has reportedly offered Rahul Dravid a contract extension.
According to ESPNcricinfo, Dravid was approached by the BCCI last week, with the tenure of the extension being open-ended. However, it isn't confirmed if Dravid has accepted the offer or not.
The report added that one crucial reason the BCCI was keen on sticking with Dravid was to ensure continuity to the structure he had put in place over the past two years, which might have otherwise got disrupted had a new head coach been appointed.
But if Dravid does take up the offer, his first assignment in his second stint will be India's tour of South Africa. The tour starts with 3 T20Is and as many ODIs, followed by a 2-match Test series.
Dravid's contract as Team India head coach expired after the World Cup final loss and it remains to be seen whether he continues or some other head coach is appointed.
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According to a report in the Indian Express, Kohli has informed the BCCI that he will not be available for selection for the white-ball games during India’s tour of South Africa.

Virat Kohli to take a break from white-ball cricket, set to miss ODIs and T20Is in South Africa: Reports

After Rohit Sharma decided to stay away from T20Is for a while, it's now Virat Kohli who might have decided to take a break from white-ball cricket for sometime.
Here are the details

According to a report in the Indian Express, Kohli has informed the BCCI that he will not be available for selection for the white-ball games during India&rsquo;s tour of South Africa.

After Rohit Sharma decided to stay away from T20Is for a while, it's now Virat Kohli who might have decided to take a break from white-ball cricket for sometime.
According to a report in the Indian Express, Kohli has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of his decision to take a break and will not be available for selection for the white-ball games during India&rsquo;s tour of South Africa.
India will play 3 T20Is and as many ODIs, followed by 2 Test matches against the Proteas. Virat, however, will play the Test series.
'He (Kohli) has informed the BCCI and selectors that he needs a break from white-ball cricket and he will get back to them about when he wants to play white ball cricket next. At the moment he has informed the BCCI that he will be playing red-ball cricket, which means he is available for selection for the two Test matches in South Africa,' a source told the Indian Express.
After finishing the World Cup as the highest run-getter, Virat is currently on a break and is on a holiday in London.

It was Maxwell's 4th T20I hundred and he has now equalled Rohit Sharma's record of scoring the most tons in the shortest format of the game.

IND vs AUS, 3rd T20I: Maxwell's century keeps Australia alive, win by 5 wickets

Maxwell masterclass keeps Australia alive in 5-matchs series against India!

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It was Maxwell's 4th T20I hundred and he has now equalled Rohit Sharma's record of scoring the most tons in the shortest format of the game.

A run-chase of 223 looked very tough and with Australia reduced to 68/3, India seemed on course to seal the 5-match T20I series with 2 games left.
But entered Glenn Maxwell and ran riot.
He went into beast mode and single-handedly carried his side over the finish line with an unbeaten 48-ball-104.
Courtesy of his super knock Australia stayed alive in the 5-match series.
It was Maxwell's 4th T20I hundred and he has now equalled Rohit Sharma's record of scoring the most tons in the shortest format of the game.
However, the Aussie power hitter took 48 innings less than the hitman to achieve the milestone. What made the feat even more special was the fact that Maxwell was playing his 100th T20I.
While the Aussies stayed on track in the chase, quick wickets saw them looking for some inspiration at 134/5 within 14 overs.
But Cometh the hour, cometh the man as Glenn Maxwell showed why he is the best finisher around in T20s and helped Australia win with 5 wickets to spare.
A much needed innings by Maxwell saw the Aussies take the series to the 4th game now with India still leading the series by 2-1.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-aus-3rd-t20i-ruturaj-gaikwad-tames-australia-smashes-his-maiden-t20i-hundred-1701184031331">IND vs AUS 3rd T20I: Ruturaj Gaikwad tames Australia; smashes his maiden T20I hundred</a>

Gaikwad slammed a career-best 123 not out off just 57 balls with 13 fours and seven sixes, a first ton by an Indian batter against Australia in T20 Internationals.

IND vs AUS 3rd T20I: Ruturaj Gaikwad tames Australia; smashes his maiden T20I hundred

Ruturaj Gaikwad's fiery hundred propelled Team India to 222 against the Aussies!

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Gaikwad slammed a career-best 123 not out off just 57 balls with 13 fours and seven sixes, a first ton by an Indian batter against Australia in T20 Internationals.

Ruturaj Gaikwad displayed brute power and wonderful technique in equal measure with a maiden hundred that propelled India to a commanding 222 for 3 against Australia in the third T20 International here on Tuesday.
Gaikwad slammed a career-best 123 not out off just 57 balls with 13 fours and seven sixes, a first ton by an Indian batter against Australia in T20 Internationals.
The 30 runs that Gaikwad took off Glenn Maxwell in the 20th over could prove to be a game-changer. Skipper Matthew Wade's decision to give a part-time off-spinner 20th over of the innings backfired big-time.
On a wicket that had some extra bounce and swing, India had a shaky start losing their both their in-form batters Yashasvi Jaiswal (6) and Ishan Kishan (0) cheaply after Matthew Wade opted to bowl to make use of the dewy conditions.
Skipper Suryakumar Yadav (39; 29b) looked set for a big knock with two sixes and five boundaries before debutant pacer Aaron Hardie dismissed him with a short ball just after the halfway mark.
With run-rate not an issue -- eight per over -- they needed someone to anchor their innings, and the Indian vice-captain Gaikwad played the role to perfection.
From 13 off 15 balls, the right-hander with orthodox technique, who often drew flak for his slow starts, switched gears after Surya's dismissal, displaying the wide array of shots in his repertoire.
His knock was not just about classical drives in the V but also a testament to his brute power. He packed a lot of punch in his pulls and an inside-out maximums. It was a different Gaikwad on display during last six overs.
Once he got his furst 50 off 32 balls, he then went berserk, taking another 20 to bring up his maiden triple digit score in the last over of Maxwell.
Gaikwad muscled Maxwell over wide long to to bring up his century with a six as he smashed two more in the same over that yielded 30 runs as India amassed 200-plus totals in each of the three T20Is so far.&nbsp;
Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-unfollows-mumbai-indians-amidst-hardik-pandya-s-inclusion-in-squad-1701175309983">Jasprit Bumrah unfollows Mumbai Indians amidst Hardik Pandya's inclusion in squad</a>

It will be their 3rd World T20 overall. Namibia had managed to qualify for the last two editions as well in 2021 and 2022.

Namibia become first team from Africa Region Qualifiers to punch its ticket to T20 World Cup 2024

Namibia on Tuesday become the first team from the Africa Region Qualifiers to punch its ticket to the T20 World Cup 2024.

It will be their 3rd World T20 overall. Namibia had managed to qualify for the last two editions as well in 2021 and 2022.

Namibia on Tuesday become the first team from the Africa Region Qualifiers to punch its ticket to the T20 World Cup 2024.
It will be their 3rd World T20 overall. Namibia had managed to qualify for the last two editions as well in 2021 and 2022.
They sealed their qualification on Tuesday with a 58-run win over Tanzania, which took its winning streak in the competition to 5. 10 points and a net run rate of +2.6 assured them a top-two finish on the Africa region qualifiers points table.
The T20 World Cup will be played in the West Indies and the USA from June 4-30 next year.
The ICC informed that five wins in as many matches have not only taken Namibia to the top of the points table, ensuring their third straight appearance in the tournament.
&ldquo;The Eagles currently sit on top of the table with 10 points, with their win against Tanzania ensuring a top-two finish required to qualify for the showpiece event next year,&rdquo; the ICC said on its website.
Uganda, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Nigeria are still in the reckoning from the Africa region. Among these, Uganda and Kenya are placed better than Zimbabwe and Nigeria, who will have to wait for other results to go their way.
A few days ago, Uganda had stunned Zimbabwe by five wickets to earn two crucial points in the Qualifiers.
The next edition of the showpiece will feature 20 teams divided into four groups consisting five sides each, while 12 teams have already qualified for the event.
This includes the co-hosts West Indies and the USA, followed by top eight teams in the last T20 World Cup in Australia alongside Afghanistan and Bangladesh, who were the next two best teams on the cut-off date of November 14, 2022.

Gavaskar was delighted to see Sachin's name during his trip and decided to share his picture at the small railway station with his followers.

Sunil Gavaskar poses in front of Sachin railway station. Find out where it's located

Sunil Gavaskar poses in front of 'his favourite person's' name in Gujarat!

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Gavaskar was delighted to see Sachin's name during his trip and decided to share his picture at the small railway station with his followers.

Indian cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar posted a photo on social media platform Instagram, standing at Gujarat's Sachin railway station.
Gavaskar captioned the photo "What foresight of those in the last century to name a railway station near Surat after one of the all time greats of our game and my favourite cricketer but more importantly my favourite person."
Gavaskar was delighted to see Sachin's name during his trip and decided to share his picture at the small railway station with his followers.
Both Gavaskar and Sachin are considered to be two of the greatest cricketers to take the pitch for Team India and have a long list of records to their names as well.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-unfollows-mumbai-indians-amidst-hardik-pandya-s-inclusion-in-squad-1701175309983">Jasprit Bumrah unfollows Mumbai Indians amidst Hardik Pandya's inclusion in squad</a>
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Ace Indian tennis star Sania&nbsp;Mirza&nbsp;hopes that her competing at the highest level after having a baby can be an inspiration to some young women and young mothers.&nbsp;
During a chat with NDTV, Saina said that she was very proud of the fact that she was able to put herself in a position to compete at the highest level after having a baby. As a message to young mothers, she said that they can still follow their dreams and don't have&nbsp;to give it up just because of motherhood.&nbsp;
Sania&nbsp;will be seen in action at Wimbledon where she will be partnering Bethanie-Mattek Sands in the women's doubles draw. The Indian tennis superstar will then take part in her 4th Olympic Games.

Hope I can be an inspiration to young mothers: Sania Mirza

Ace Indian tennis star Sania&nbsp;Mirza&nbsp;hopes that her competing at the highest level after having a baby can be an inspiration to some young women and young mothers.&nbsp;

Ace Indian tennis star Sania&nbsp;Mirza&nbsp;hopes that her competing at the highest level after having a baby can be an inspiration to some young women and young mothers.&nbsp;
During a chat with NDTV, Sania said that she was very proud of the fact that she was able to put herself in a position to compete at the highest level after having a baby. As a message to young mothers, she said that they can still follow their dreams and don't have&nbsp;to give it up just because of motherhood.&nbsp;
Sania&nbsp;will be seen in action at Wimbledon where she will be partnering Bethanie-Mattek Sands in the women's doubles draw. The Indian tennis superstar will then take part in her 4th Olympic Games.

* As a message to young mothers, Sania&nbsp;Mirza said that they can still follow their dreams and don't have&nbsp;to give it up just because of motherhood.&nbsp;
* Sania&nbsp;gearing up for Wimbledon and her 4th Olympic Games

Ace Indian tennis star Sania&nbsp;Mirza&nbsp;hopes that her competing at the highest level after having a baby can be an inspiration to some young women and young mothers.&nbsp;
During a chat with NDTV, Saina said that she was very proud of the fact that she was able to put herself in a position to compete at the highest level after having a baby. As a message to young mothers, she said that they can still follow their dreams and don't have&nbsp;to give it up just because of motherhood.&nbsp;
Sania&nbsp;will be seen in action at Wimbledon where she will be partnering Bethanie-Mattek Sands in the women's doubles draw. The Indian tennis superstar will then take part in her 4th Olympic Games.

From the commencement of the Olympics to the conclusion of Paralympics, single metro ticket prices will cost 4 euros, up from the usual 2 euros. 

Paris metro ticket prices to be doubled during 2024 Olympics

From the commencement of the Olympics to the conclusion of Paralympics, single metro ticket prices will cost 4 euros, up from the usual 2 euros.&nbsp;

Ahead of the 2024 Olympics, host city Paris has announced that metro ticket prices will be doubled during the event's duration.&nbsp; It is an effort to offset the vast expenses required to provide transportation to the millions of visitors expected at the Games.&nbsp; From July 20 to September 8, single metro ticket prices will cost 4 euros, up from the usual 2 euros.&nbsp; Similarly, 10-ticket blocks will be priced at 32 euros, double of the regular 16.9 euros.&nbsp; However, the head of Paris region's transport authority Valeries Pecresse has assured that residents with daily passes will not be impacted by these price changes.&nbsp; For tourists, flat-rate passes will cost 70 euros per week or 16 euros per day and will cover transportation to and from Charless de Gaulle and Orly airports as well the entire Paris region.&nbsp;

Babar relinquished his captaincy from all forms of cricket after Pakistan failed to make it to the knockout stage of the recently concluded Cricket World Cup. 

New Pakistan red-ball skipper Shan Masood calls former captain Babar Azam a 'valuable part of leadership'

Babar relinquished his captaincy from all forms of cricket after Pakistan failed to make it to the knockout stage of the recently concluded Cricket World Cup.&nbsp;

Ahead of Pakistan's Test series in Australia, newly-appointed captain Shan Masood was all-praises for former skipper Babar Azam.&nbsp; In an address to the press on Wednesday, Masood called Azam a valuable part of the Pakistan team leadership.&nbsp; 'I have a really good relationship with Babar Azam, on and off the field. We have a long working history as we have played together for a very long time. We have batted together in both domestic and national level cricket. Babar is a valuable part of the team&rsquo;s leadership group and his insight to the team is immeasurable, as is his batting,' Masood said.&nbsp; Babar relinquished his captaincy from all forms of cricket after Pakistan failed to make it to the knockout stage of the recently concluded Cricket World Cup.&nbsp;

News agency PTI quoted a BCCI source as saying that if Sharma agrees then he will continue to lead India in the 2024 T20 World Cup as well even after Hardik's return.&nbsp;

In Hardik Pandya's absence, will Rohit Sharma return as India's T20I captain? 

News agency PTI quoted a BCCI source as saying that if Sharma agrees then he will continue to lead India in the 2024 T20 World Cup as well even after Hardik's return. 

News agency PTI quoted a BCCI source as saying that if Sharma agrees then he will continue to lead India in the 2024 T20 World Cup as well even after Hardik's return.&nbsp;

The BCCI brass will like to convince Rohit Sharma to lead the India team in T20 format despite his reluctance after the 2022 World T20 semi-final exit as the board announces the three squads for the South Africa assignment in Delhi on Thursday.
The BCCI's secretary and convenor of selection committee Jay Shah will meet chairman of panel Ajit Agarkar in the national capital to discuss the squads as well as prepare a roadmap for the next big-ticket event -- the T20 World Cup.
With regular T20 skipper Hardik Pandya out for another month post an ankle ligament tear during the recently-concluded ODI World Cup, the choice is between entrusting Suryakumar Yadav with the responsibility or trust Rohit's leadership skills which earned worldwide praise in the last seven weeks.
It must be mentioned that Rohit had earlier said that he doesn't want to play the T20 format but the manner in which he led the side in the ODI World Cup has convinced the BCCI that he should continue in white-ball till the T20 World Cup in the Americas in June-July.
"Yes, there remains a question what happens when Hardik comes back but in BCCI, they feel that if Rohit agrees to lead in T20Is, he will lead in the T20 World Cup. In case Rohit doesn't agree then Surya continues as captain for T20Is in South Africa," a BCCI source privy to the development told PTI on the condition of anonymity.
Virat Kohli it must be mentioned has sought a break from white-ball games in South Africa.
As far as Kohli is concerned, everything will depend on how he plays in IPL and ditto for KL Rahul, who will only play T20Is if he dons the role of a keeper-batter for Lucknow Super Giants in the coming season.
The second question is of workload management as India play six white-ball matches in 11 days -- with three 50-over games in five days.
The Test series will then start in five days' time on December 26.
"The BCCI has always given preference to that particular white ball format which has a global tournament in next six months. ODIs post World Cup is third priority and five ODIs is a lot.
"Hence if Rohit leads in T20Is, he might take rest to freshen up for Tests. It will be decided by sports science team," the source said.

Chopra believes that athletics events like the Diamond League, World Athletics Championships should be broadcast in India as fans are eager to watch them live. 

Neeraj Chopra calls for better marketed track and field events for Indian fans 

Chopra believes that athletics events like the Diamond League, World Athletics Championships should be broadcast in India as fans are eager to watch them live.&nbsp;

Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Wednesday emphasised on making track and field athletics events more attractive and marketable for Indian fans.
The Tokyo Olympics gold medallist, with which he became the first Indian to stand on the podium in track and field events at the sporting showpiece, shared his thoughts on what ails this discipline of athletics in the country.
"First of all, I feel that the international competitions where we compete such as the Diamond League, Continental Tours, and World Athletics Championships, should be broadcast in India.
"Currently, we only get to watch the highlights though people want to watch the athletics, they stay up till 1-2 am in the night, and wait for the athlete to play but they face disappointment after not being able to watch," Chopra said.
He was addressing a gathering at the RCB Innovation Lab's Leaders Meet India.
Broadcasting athletics events on TV will enable more people to start watching, to understand, and increase the awareness about the competitions that the Indians compete in, Chopra said.
RCB Innovation Lab is an initiative that brings together people from the international sporting world to "create a platform where influential dialogues and the exchange of innovative ideas become centre stage".
The Haryana-born athlete has had an exceptional year so far, bagging gold medals at the Asian Games and World Athletics Championships.
Chopra also spoke about how much India's sporting ecosystem has developed in the past few years, emphasising on the need to host international competitions in India which could be a game-changer for athletics.
"If countries like Kenya and Grenada can host international athletics competitions on a world-class level regularly, India also has great capability to do the same.
"Whenever I meet people from the World Athletics organisation, they express their interest in hosting such a tournament in India. I am hopeful (that) if India can host such competitive events, more people can witness such championships in person and be inspired," Chopra said.
Speaking about his preparations as he gets back from a break, he said, "My preparation will begin with removing the excess fat accumulated in the last few days.
"I had a lot of milk, ghee, churma, and sweets in my hometown while I was there. I tried my best to control it but couldn't. But I know when I get started with my training I will be able to get rolling in 2-3 weeks time."

According to the 2024 calender released by SLC, India is supposed to travel for 3 ODI and as many T20Is during July-August, which is effectively country's cricket season.

Team India to tour Sri Lanka after T20 World Cup 2024, here are the details

Sri Lanka Cricket announced on Wednesday that Team India will tour the Island nation for a six-match white-ball series in July-August after the T20 World Cup.

According to the 2024 calender released by SLC, India is supposed to travel for 3 ODI and as many T20Is during July-August, which is effectively country's cricket season.

The crisis-ridden Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and its host broadcaster will have something to cheer about during the middle of 2024 when the Indian team makes it annual ritual tour of the island nation for a short six-match white-ball series, the board announced on Wednesday.
SLC has been banned by the ICC for government interference and the global body has also shifted the U-19 World Cup to South Africa. However the national teams (men and women) will be allowed to fulfil their bilateral commitments.
According to the 2024 calender released by SLC, India is supposed to travel for 3 ODI and as many T20Is during July-August, which is effectively country's cricket season.
The men's national team is due to play 52 international games in 2024, which includes 10 Tests, 21 ODIs and 21 T20Is. The T20Is, however, doesn't factor in the additional games that they will play during the T20 World Cup.
One of the major assignment will be the three-Test away series in England, which is a part of the current World Test Championship. The other tough assignment will be the two-Test series against South Africa in November.

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