India was one of the first countries in Asia to adopt basketball but the craze of the sport has never spread like wildfire unlike its counterparts Cricket, Football, or even Kabaddi which has once again gained mainstream media’s attention in the last few years.. The Humble Beginnings of Basketball in India Thomas Duncan Patton, the acting general secretary for the Calcutta YMCA between 1893 and 1895 introduced the sport of basketball to the nation for the first time. Patton was one of the first players to ever play the sport as he was a part of the ‘first team’ that…
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The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup is knocking at the door, and all participating nations are gearing up to get their hands at the crown jewel. As per various pundits, hosting nation India starts as one of the favorites in the tournament. Riding on the back of a successful Asia Cup outing, the Men in Blue continued their good patch with a series win at home against five-time champions Australia. However, just like any other team, the Rohit Sharma-led side has its own pros and cons. So, let’s take a ride through the possible chance of the Indian contingent clinching…
It takes years of effort, mental strength, practice and hard work to be a champion of another level. There is not a single formula for success; however, there are multiple psychological traits and characteristics that are common among high achievers. The Mindset of a Winner The winning mindset of a winner can be called the set of attitudes which differentiates him from other normal players. It plays a crucial role in helping them achieve success in sports. Let’s take a glance at the key components of the mindset of a winner: Grit and Determination: Winners are highly determined individuals who are…
Sports betting is an evergreen affair that refers to sports fans and viewers putting money on either team or players in action with the aim of either making more money or making the sport more watchable by putting more stakes on the game. The History of Sports Betting From the Ancient Greeks to the Roman Empire, betting was the norm and helped pique the interest of the common public in sports or even gladiatorial games. In the 18th century, horse racing in the United Kingdom attracted the most bets, and a gambling culture was established in British society, which is…
As seen at the ongoing Asian Games 2022, India has been soaring in multiple sports like shooting, athletics, and archery. The secret to success has been the improvement in training facilities, the availability of elite coaches, and the grassroots programs being run across the country to nurture more talent at the top level. Grassroots refers to the foundation of sports participation, involving individuals at the community or local level. They engage in sports activities for recreation, physical fitness, and professional competition. To support and promote grassroots sports, various stakeholders, including schools, local sports clubs, governments, and sports federations, play a…
The 2023 ODI World Cup is scheduled to take place between October 5 and November 19. The cricketing giant India is set to host the whole tournament on its own for the first time. The previous editions were co-hosted by India and Pakistan in 1987, the trio of India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in 1996, and the trio of India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in 2011. Here, we will look at the previous editions of the competition and how a few players were able to leave an indelible mark in the tournament’s history over the years. Tracing the World Cup’s…
There’s no need to highlight just how popular cricket is in India. Millions of fans watch the games on the edge of their seats, cheering for their favorite teams. No matter if we’re talking about the Indian Premier League, Big Bash League, or international cricket matches, the interest in this sport is huge in India and across the globe as well. Unfortunately, no matter how many countries promote cricket and how many tournaments are launched, it’s impossible to have daily games, let alone on a 24/7 schedule. If you’re one of those players that can’t imagine a day passing without…
Everything you need to know about online cricket betting There’s no denying that cricket records a rise in popularity over the last few years. And this doesn’t happen only in the countries where cricket is played massively. Thanks to the changes brought to shorten the matches, cricket is adopted by many nations across the globe. As a direct result, cricket online betting is also on the rise. And this leads to the necessity for an article such as this one that you’re reading now. More and more people want to know how to bet on cricket and learn the varieties…
The Vivo Pro Kabaddi League is scheduled to start on October 7 and it brings some exciting news with it as the league is all set to welcome the fans back into the stadium. This is going to be the ninth season of the tournament, and the schedule for the entire first half has been announced. It consists of 66 matches that will be played until November 8. All 12 teams will be seen playing their first match within the first couple of days of the Pro Kabaddi 2022 league, and we are also going to witness triple headers on…
WT20 2022 (men’s & women’s) – India, England, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan – schedule t20 world cup 2022 | 1Xbet The 2022 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup is going to be held in Australia later this year, between October 16th and November 13th. The tournament will consist of 45 matches, set to be hosted across venues like Adelaide, Brisbane, Geelong, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. Melbourne Cricket Ground is going to host the final on November 13th whereas the semifinals will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground and the Adelaide Oval on 9th and 10th November…