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It was some video game cricket being played at Raipur, as after being down 6/2 while chasing 209 runs, Ishan and Suryakumar piled up fours and sixes against a helpless Kiwi attack, with conditions made more batting-friendly by the presence of dew. India is 2-0 up in the series, with Ishan's run of form and Suryakumar's return to runs being two massive positives for India.

Despite being down 6/2 within two overs, explosive knocks from Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav helped India chase down a massive total of 209 runs in 15.2 overs. As much as it was about the dominance of Indian batters and their supreme skill, such a quick run-chase and this astonishing result was also made possible due to presence of dew in the second innings on the surface, making the outfield faster, making the ball wet and less easier to grip or control while bowling. After the match, while Ashwin hailed the batting duo of Ishan and Surya, he was not appreciative of the largely anti-bowler conditions in the second innings.

The 14-day event will see swimming, diving, water polo and artistic swimming events being held here in Ahmedabad, which is rapidly gaining the reputation of being the sports hub of India.

The high jumper from Bihar's Jamui claimed the top spot in the men's high jump T63 event with a sensational leap of 1.91 metres. This incredible jump, which was both his personal best and a championship record, was achieved in his second-to-last attempt.

Sunil Chhetri is considered one of the best footballers India has ever produced. The stalwart Indian footballer made his international debut and scored his first goal for the Indian National Team in 2005 against the arch-rivals Pakistan in Quetta.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Chhetri said that he didn't even clarify with the former head coach about the allegations. The 40-year-old added that he doesn't believe in astrology which made it easier for him to not go and ask Igor Stimac.