This is the third appearance of Sourabh Verma in the National Games. In the first appearance back in 2011, he had helped the state clinch a team bronze and another medal in Goa would only cement his place as one of the domestic giants of the sport.
In the 4th Asian Para Games, India's exceptional run in athletics continued as Pranav in his second attempt set the record with 30.01m. Dharambir came second with an attempt of 28.76m which also came during his second try. While Amit Kumar settled for a bronze medal with an attempt of 26.93m
India's dominance in athletics at the ongoing Asian Para Games was showcased by Shailesh Kumar and Mariyappan Thangavelu who clinched gold and silver medals respectively in the Men's High Jump-T63 event on Monday.
Hyderabad has faced defeat in both of their games until now, whereas the Marina Machans have lost thrice consecutively since the commencement of the season. This fixture will ensure that at least one, if not both of them, opens their account in the points tally.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday sent best wishes to the players participating from the state in the upcoming 37th National Games, Goa.
Former cricketer Nasser Hussain feels England bouncing back to win seven consecutive games to defend their World Cup title after suffering three defeats remains unlikely at this point as they lack confidence.