India's boxing queen Mary Kom will miss this year's Commonwealth Games after limping out of the ring in a trial event, but her coach on Monday said she will "make a comeback". The 39-year-old six-times world champion twisted her left knee at India's Commonwealth Games boxing trials at the weekend, meaning she will miss the Games beginning next month in Birmingham, England.

"She's in a lot of pain. The swelling will take 10-15 days to subside," Kom's long-time coach Chhote Lal Yadav told AFP. "But she still says she will make a comeback."

Yadav said the six-time world champion known as "Magnificent Mary" will need surgery on the knee. "It's heartbreaking. But it is destiny, it's God's will," said Yadav. "The medical advice we have received now is that she needs to undergo surgery. But we are consulting other doctors as well for the best way possible."

Kom, who turns 40 in November, became the country's first woman boxer to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal in 2018. Kom reportedly fell trying to duck a punch in her opening bout and had to be carried from the ring. "I have never had a knee injury before," she was quoted by the Times of India as saying before being taken to hospital.

Kom, from a humble background in the remote northeastern state of Manipur, has won six world championships and five Asian championships in a career stretching more than two decades. She also won an Olympic bronze medal at the 2012 Games in London and Asian Games gold in 2014.

India's boxing queen Mary Kom will miss this year's Commonwealth Games after limping out of the ring in a trial event, but her coach on Monday said she will "make a comeback".

India's boxing queen Mary Kom will miss this year's Commonwealth Games after limping out of the ring in a trial event, but her coach on Monday said she will "make a comeback". The 39-year-old six-times world champion twisted her left knee at India's Commonwealth Games boxing trials at the weekend, meaning she will miss the Games beginning next month in Birmingham, England. "She's in a lot of pain. The swelling will take 10-15 days to subside," Kom's long-time coach Chhote Lal Yadav told AFP. "But she still says she will make a comeback." Yadav said the six-time world champion known as "Magnificent Mary" will need surgery on the knee. "It's heartbreaking. But it is destiny, it's God's will," said Yadav. "The medical advice we have received now is that she needs to undergo surgery. But we are consulting other doctors as well for the best way possible." Kom, who turns 40 in November, became the country's first woman boxer to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal in 2018. Kom reportedly fell trying to duck a punch in her opening bout and had to be carried from the ring. "I have never had a knee injury before," she was quoted by the Times of India as saying before being taken to hospital. Kom, from a humble background in the remote northeastern state of Manipur, has won six world championships and five Asian championships in a career stretching more than two decades. She also won an Olympic bronze medal at the 2012 Games in London and Asian Games gold in 2014.

Boxing queen Mary Kom ruled out of Commonwealth Games with knee injury

Matteo Berrettini capped his return to the ATP Tour by winning his first title of the season in Stuttgart on Sunday. Berrettini overcame former World No. 1 Andy Murray 6-4, 5-7, 6-3 in the summit clash of the ATP 250 tournament. The Italian missed the clay season after undergoing a minor operation on his right hand in late March but has played like he has never been away in Stuttgart, improving to 28-6 on grass.

"It is unbelievable. It was obviously a goal [to win the title], but I thought it would be really, really tough," Berrettini said after the match as per atptour.com. "I don`t even think I played my best tennis, but that is why I am even more proud of myself. Mentally I was really tough. I did an unbelievable job to be there. I fought hard and this means a lot."In a tight final, the second seed demonstrated good footwork to dictate play on his forehand, hitting with brutal power to pin Murray back and triumph after two hours and 35 minutes. With his victory, Berrettini has improved to 2-1 in his ATP Head2Head series against the former World No. 1.

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The 26-year-old now holds a perfect 9-0 record at the ATP 250 event, having won the title in his only previous appearance in Stuttgart in 2019. Berrettini also clinched the crown on grass at The Queen`s Club last year, defeating Cameron Norrie in the final in London.The World No. 10 will aim to retain his title at the Queen`s Club Championships next week and could play record five-time champion Murray in the second round. Murray was playing in his first tour-level singles final on grass since he lifted the trophy at Wimbledon in 2016. The Scot, who upset World No. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas en route to his 10th tour-level championship match on grass, is up to No. 47 in the ATP Live Rankings.

Matteo Berrettini capped his return to the ATP Tour by winning his first title of the season in Stuttgart on Sunday. Berrettini overcame former World No. 1 Andy Murray 6-4, 5-7, 6-3 in the summit clash of the ATP 250 tournament.

Matteo Berrettini capped his return to the ATP Tour by winning his first title of the season in Stuttgart on Sunday. Berrettini overcame former World No. 1 Andy Murray 6-4, 5-7, 6-3 in the summit clash of the ATP 250 tournament. The Italian missed the clay season after undergoing a minor operation on his right hand in late March but has played like he has never been away in Stuttgart, improving to 28-6 on grass. "It is unbelievable. It was obviously a goal [to win the title], but I thought it would be really, really tough," Berrettini said after the match as per atptour.com. "I don`t even think I played my best tennis, but that is why I am even more proud of myself. Mentally I was really tough. I did an unbelievable job to be there. I fought hard and this means a lot."In a tight final, the second seed demonstrated good footwork to dictate play on his forehand, hitting with brutal power to pin Murray back and triumph after two hours and 35 minutes. With his victory, Berrettini has improved to 2-1 in his ATP Head2Head series against the former World No. 1. ALSO READ | Roger Federer 'definitely' planning on return to top-level tennis in 2023 The 26-year-old now holds a perfect 9-0 record at the ATP 250 event, having won the title in his only previous appearance in Stuttgart in 2019. Berrettini also clinched the crown on grass at The Queen`s Club last year, defeating Cameron Norrie in the final in London.The World No. 10 will aim to retain his title at the Queen`s Club Championships next week and could play record five-time champion Murray in the second round. Murray was playing in his first tour-level singles final on grass since he lifted the trophy at Wimbledon in 2016. The Scot, who upset World No. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas en route to his 10th tour-level championship match on grass, is up to No. 47 in the ATP Live Rankings.

Italy's Matteo Berrettini beats former World No. 1 Andy Murray to claim Stuttgart title

India and South Africa played the second T20I, of the five-match series, on Sunday evening (June 12) at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The venue hosted an international game after a long gap of 2.5 years as it was a jam-packed stadium that saw the Men in Blue go down to the Proteas by four wickets in a moderate-scoring affair.

However, a controversy erupted following the conclusion of the match. It has been brought to notice&nbsp;that the ticket sale scandal broke out for the Cuttack T20I.&nbsp;According to a report by the New Indian Express, the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) had allotted as many as 29,154 seats -- out of the 44,234&nbsp;-- in the stadium for the second T20I. Out of 29,154, around 8,000 seats were kept for affiliated units/office bearers/BCCI affiliated units. On the other hand, the remaining ones were to be divided between online and offline channel sales for the cricket fans.

Approximately, around 12,093 tickets were available to be purchased on spot&nbsp;via&nbsp;nine designated counters whereas&nbsp;the leftover 9,061&nbsp;were&nbsp;for solely fans, who could buy the tickets&nbsp;online. The offline tickets were sold out&nbsp;on the opening day&nbsp;itself. Thus, many black marketers broke in and bought tickets at large via&nbsp;online portals as well as off the counters (resorting to brokers and people from the labour class).

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After the bulk purchase, the black marketers&nbsp;then sold the passes through websites and social media platforms -- using&nbsp;WhatsApp and other mediums, at&nbsp;much higher rates. For the unversed, according to the rules, one single person could've only bought two tickets. However, many ended up getting over 10 tickets from the site. Moreover, the black marketers also got hold of&nbsp;complimentary passes.

The price of tickets for the second T20I match between India and the Proteas&nbsp;was Rs 900 each for galleries 1, 3 and 5. The cost for gallery 2 was Rs 700 whereas it was ten times the cost&nbsp;for gallery 4 (Rs 7000). Nonetheless, the black marketers had a field day as they&nbsp;sold&nbsp;gallery No.2 tickets for Rs 5000 (for more than Rs 4,000),&nbsp;gallery No. 3 tickets for over Rs 5000 and gallery No.4 tickets&nbsp;went for Rs 15000 (more than double the original price), as per sources.

India and South Africa played the second T20I, of the five-match series, on Sunday evening (June 12) at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The venue hosted an international game after a long gap of 2.

India and South Africa played the second T20I, of the five-match series, on Sunday evening (June 12) at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The venue hosted an international game after a long gap of 2.5 years as it was a jam-packed stadium that saw the Men in Blue go down to the Proteas by four wickets in a moderate-scoring affair. However, a controversy erupted following the conclusion of the match. It has been brought to notice that the ticket sale scandal broke out for the Cuttack T20I. According to a report by the New Indian Express, the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) had allotted as many as 29,154 seats -- out of the 44,234 -- in the stadium for the second T20I. Out of 29,154, around 8,000 seats were kept for affiliated units/office bearers/BCCI affiliated units. On the other hand, the remaining ones were to be divided between online and offline channel sales for the cricket fans. Approximately, around 12,093 tickets were available to be purchased on spot via nine designated counters whereas the leftover 9,061 were for solely fans, who could buy the tickets online. The offline tickets were sold out on the opening day itself. Thus, many black marketers broke in and bought tickets at large via online portals as well as off the counters (resorting to brokers and people from the labour class). ALSO READ | Bhuvneshwar Kumar heroics in vain as India slump to four-wicket loss against South Africa After the bulk purchase, the black marketers then sold the passes through websites and social media platforms -- using WhatsApp and other mediums, at much higher rates. For the unversed, according to the rules, one single person could've only bought two tickets. However, many ended up getting over 10 tickets from the site. Moreover, the black marketers also got hold of complimentary passes. The price of tickets for the second T20I match between India and the Proteas was Rs 900 each for galleries 1, 3 and 5. The cost for gallery 2 was Rs 700 whereas it was ten times the cost for gallery 4 (Rs 7000). Nonetheless, the black marketers had a field day as they sold gallery No.2 tickets for Rs 5000 (for more than Rs 4,000), gallery No. 3 tickets for over Rs 5000 and gallery No.4 tickets went for Rs 15000 (more than double the original price), as per sources.

India vs SA: Black marketers have field day as ticket sale scandal occurs in Cuttack T20I - Reports

In a brilliant battle of equals, hosts Belgium beat Indian Men`s Hockey Team 3-2 in their second leg of their double-header this weekend at the FIH Hockey Pro League here. It was Abhishek (25`) who scored the match`s first goal while Mandeep Singh (60`) scored a late goal for India. Nicolas de Kerpel (33`) and Alexander Hendrickx (49`, 59`) were the goal scorers for the hosts. With this win, Belgium have pushed India to the third place in the pool standings while Netherlands continues to lead the table in this season`s prestigious FIH Hockey Pro League. 
 
It was hosts Belgium who got off to a flying start, showing their will to bounce back after losing to India 4-5 in a tense shootout on Saturday. After a few attempts, Belgium found an early opportunity in the 7th minute through a PC but a poor variation denied them a lead. Three minutes later, Jarmanpreet`s assist to Sukhjeet Singh at the top of the circle opened up a brilliant chance for India to take the lead but Sukhjeet`s shot went over the goalpost. Both teams played the next few minutes with caution, rotating the ball tactfully creating space but neither team were successful in scoring a goal. 
 
After showing patience in their game, India finally broke the deadlock in the 25th minute when Gurjant teamed up with Lalit Upadhyay to set up a brilliant goal by Abhishek. Ahead by 1-0 at half-time, India came out of the ten-minute half-time break with a clear intent to increase their lead.

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Harmanpreet Singh created one such opportunity when he assisted experienced forward Akashdeep Singh with a brilliant long pass only a minute and a half into the third quarter. Poised on top of the circle, Akashdeep took a strong shot on goal but it went straight to the Belgian goalie Vincent Vanasch who padded the ball away. Only moments later, Belgium scored a splendid goal in the 33rd minute when a good interception dispossessed India, setting up a brilliant run into the circle where Arthur de Sloover set up Nicolas de Kerpel to score. Kerpel sneaked the ball past India`s vigilant custodian Sreejesh, into the extreme right corner of the post. The goal fetched the hosts a much-needed equaliser as they built on this attack to create many more opportunities in the following minutes. 
 
The hosts succeeded in extending their lead when they were awarded a PC after a foot foul by Indian defenders inside their circle. Alexander Hendrickx was on target firing the ball past India`s PC defence. 
 
With just five minutes left for the final hooter, India found a fine opportunity when they won a PC after a good video referral call. But dragflick specialist Harmanpreet`s aim to net the top of the post was pushed away by Belgium`s experienced goalie Vanasch. With just minutes left before the final hooter, Belgium put India under pressure when they drove into the striking circle. This was when a desperate body tackle by Sreejesh saw India concede a penalty stroke which was converted by Hendrickx with ease. 
 
Though, India fought back to the final second, with Manpreet Singh setting up India`s second goal when he assisted Vivek Sagar in the circle. A quick-thinking Vivek pushed the ball to Mandeep Singh who deflected the ball past Belgium`s keeper to narrow the lead to 2-3. But unfortunately, with just 30 seconds left, India`s excellent fight back ended in disappointment.

In a brilliant battle of equals, hosts Belgium beat Indian Men`s Hockey Team 3-2 in their second leg of their double-header this weekend at the FIH Hockey Pro League here.

In a brilliant battle of equals, hosts Belgium beat Indian Men`s Hockey Team 3-2 in their second leg of their double-header this weekend at the FIH Hockey Pro League here. It was Abhishek (25`) who scored the match`s first goal while Mandeep Singh (60`) scored a late goal for India. Nicolas de Kerpel (33`) and Alexander Hendrickx (49`, 59`) were the goal scorers for the hosts. With this win, Belgium have pushed India to the third place in the pool standings while Netherlands continues to lead the table in this season`s prestigious FIH Hockey Pro League. It was hosts Belgium who got off to a flying start, showing their will to bounce back after losing to India 4-5 in a tense shootout on Saturday. After a few attempts, Belgium found an early opportunity in the 7th minute through a PC but a poor variation denied them a lead. Three minutes later, Jarmanpreet`s assist to Sukhjeet Singh at the top of the circle opened up a brilliant chance for India to take the lead but Sukhjeet`s shot went over the goalpost. Both teams played the next few minutes with caution, rotating the ball tactfully creating space but neither team were successful in scoring a goal. After showing patience in their game, India finally broke the deadlock in the 25th minute when Gurjant teamed up with Lalit Upadhyay to set up a brilliant goal by Abhishek. Ahead by 1-0 at half-time, India came out of the ten-minute half-time break with a clear intent to increase their lead. ALSO READ | AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: India, AFG players engage in ugly brawl after Chhetri & Co.'s 2-1 win - WATCH Harmanpreet Singh created one such opportunity when he assisted experienced forward Akashdeep Singh with a brilliant long pass only a minute and a half into the third quarter. Poised on top of the circle, Akashdeep took a strong shot on goal but it went straight to the Belgian goalie Vincent Vanasch who padded the ball away. Only moments later, Belgium scored a splendid goal in the 33rd minute when a good interception dispossessed India, setting up a brilliant run into the circle where Arthur de Sloover set up Nicolas de Kerpel to score. Kerpel sneaked the ball past India`s vigilant custodian Sreejesh, into the extreme right corner of the post. The goal fetched the hosts a much-needed equaliser as they built on this attack to create many more opportunities in the following minutes. The hosts succeeded in extending their lead when they were awarded a PC after a foot foul by Indian defenders inside their circle. Alexander Hendrickx was on target firing the ball past India`s PC defence. With just five minutes left for the final hooter, India found a fine opportunity when they won a PC after a good video referral call. But dragflick specialist Harmanpreet`s aim to net the top of the post was pushed away by Belgium`s experienced goalie Vanasch. With just minutes left before the final hooter, Belgium put India under pressure when they drove into the striking circle. This was when a desperate body tackle by Sreejesh saw India concede a penalty stroke which was converted by Hendrickx with ease. Though, India fought back to the final second, with Manpreet Singh setting up India`s second goal when he assisted Vivek Sagar in the circle. A quick-thinking Vivek pushed the ball to Mandeep Singh who deflected the ball past Belgium`s keeper to narrow the lead to 2-3. But unfortunately, with just 30 seconds left, India`s excellent fight back ended in disappointment.

FIH Hockey Pro League: Olympic Champions Belgium beat India 3-2 in a hard-fought contest

India have created history today, on 11th June 2022, as they qualify for the FIFAe Nations Cup 2022. This is the first time that India will play at the esports showpiece event, which is set to be held in Copenhagen, Denmark this year, from July 27 to July 30, 2022. India defeated Korea Republic and Malaysia in the FIFAe Nations Series 2022 Playoffs to seal their qualification for the showpiece event.&nbsp;

The journey for the Indian efootball team kicked-off in January 2021 when AIFF signed the participation agreement with FIFA for the FIFAe Nations Series 2021. India was among 60 countries to participate and was placed in the Middle East &amp; Africa Zone. India finished 3rd in its zone, narrowly missing out on a place in the FIFAe Nations Playoffs 2021.

India have created history today, on 11th June 2022, as they qualify for the FIFAe Nations Cup 2022. This is the first time that India will play at the esports showpiece event, which is set to be held in Copenhagen, Denmark this year, from July 27 to July 30, 2022.

India have created history today, on 11th June 2022, as they qualify for the FIFAe Nations Cup 2022. This is the first time that India will play at the esports showpiece event, which is set to be held in Copenhagen, Denmark this year, from July 27 to July 30, 2022. India defeated Korea Republic and Malaysia in the FIFAe Nations Series 2022 Playoffs to seal their qualification for the showpiece event. The journey for the Indian efootball team kicked-off in January 2021 when AIFF signed the participation agreement with FIFA for the FIFAe Nations Series 2021. India was among 60 countries to participate and was placed in the Middle East & Africa Zone. India finished 3rd in its zone, narrowly missing out on a place in the FIFAe Nations Playoffs 2021.

India create history, qualify for FIFAe Nations Cup 2022

Hockey India on Saturday congratulated experienced striker Rani on completing 250 International Caps. She achieved this incredible milestone during India`s match against Belgium in the FIH Hockey Pro League encounter in Antwerp, Belgium.

Rani, who has been on a long injury layoff after the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020, is back in the reckoning with her first appearance in over ten months for Team India. An emotional Rani, who was feted by Indian Women`s Team chief coach Janneke Schopman ahead of the game, said, "It has been a very challenging year for me dealing with the prolonged injury but the one thing that kept me going was the desire to wear India jersey once again."

"I have worked very hard for this moment and I am very grateful to Hockey India and Sports Authority of India for their continued support and allowing me to work with the best physio during my rehabilitation process. I am also very grateful to the entire coaching staff and my teammates who have constantly motivated me, supported me over the past year."

"This is a very special moment for me. I consider this as a second innings in my career and it is doubly special that I am making a comeback to play my 250th match for the country against a strong opponent like Belgium. It is indeed a milestone to remember," added Rani.

In a career spanning over 12 years, Rani has led the Indian team to many successes including the historic fourth place finish at the Tokyo Olympics last year. She made her international debut in 2009 Champions Challenge at a tender age of 15, becoming the youngest player to represent the national team.

Hailing from Shahbaad Markanda in Haryana, she became the first Indian Women`s Hockey player to be nominated for the FIH Women`s Young Player of the Year Award.

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She was also given the "Best Young Player of the Tournament" award at the 2010 Women`s Hockey World Cup in Argentina. It was under her Captaincy that India created history as they won the Women`s Asia Cup in 2017 after 13 long years. Under her Captaincy, the team qualified for the Quarter Finals of the Vitality Hockey Women`s World Cup London 2018 and also won the Silver Medal at the 2018 Asian Games.

Rani was also felicitated with the Arjuna Award in 2016, World Games Athlete of the Year 2019, Hockey India Award for Best Women Player of the Year 2019, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2020 and Padma Shri Award 2020. She had also led the team to victory in the 2019 FIH Series Finals and was a catalyst in ensuring the Indian team made it to back-to-back Olympic Games with her stupendous performance in the FIH Olympic Qualifier in front of home crowd in Bhubaneswar where they beat USA.

Congratulating Rani, chief coach Janneke Schopman said, "Rani`s incredible journey from a very difficult economic circumstances back home in Shahbaad to becoming one of the most successful hockey players of her time has inspired many young players in India. She has worked very hard over the past year to earn back her India jersey, after a prolonged injury break. She is a very determined and hardworking player and I wish her the very best as well as congratulate her on achieving this incredible feat."

Hockey India on Saturday congratulated experienced striker Rani on completing 250 International Caps. She achieved this incredible milestone during India`s match against Belgium in the FIH Hockey Pro League encounter in Antwerp, Belgium.

Hockey India on Saturday congratulated experienced striker Rani on completing 250 International Caps. She achieved this incredible milestone during India`s match against Belgium in the FIH Hockey Pro League encounter in Antwerp, Belgium. Rani, who has been on a long injury layoff after the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020, is back in the reckoning with her first appearance in over ten months for Team India. An emotional Rani, who was feted by Indian Women`s Team chief coach Janneke Schopman ahead of the game, said, "It has been a very challenging year for me dealing with the prolonged injury but the one thing that kept me going was the desire to wear India jersey once again." "I have worked very hard for this moment and I am very grateful to Hockey India and Sports Authority of India for their continued support and allowing me to work with the best physio during my rehabilitation process. I am also very grateful to the entire coaching staff and my teammates who have constantly motivated me, supported me over the past year." "This is a very special moment for me. I consider this as a second innings in my career and it is doubly special that I am making a comeback to play my 250th match for the country against a strong opponent like Belgium. It is indeed a milestone to remember," added Rani. In a career spanning over 12 years, Rani has led the Indian team to many successes including the historic fourth place finish at the Tokyo Olympics last year. She made her international debut in 2009 Champions Challenge at a tender age of 15, becoming the youngest player to represent the national team. Hailing from Shahbaad Markanda in Haryana, she became the first Indian Women`s Hockey player to be nominated for the FIH Women`s Young Player of the Year Award. ALSO READ | India's star teenager GM R Praggnanandhaa wins Norway Chess Open She was also given the "Best Young Player of the Tournament" award at the 2010 Women`s Hockey World Cup in Argentina. It was under her Captaincy that India created history as they won the Women`s Asia Cup in 2017 after 13 long years. Under her Captaincy, the team qualified for the Quarter Finals of the Vitality Hockey Women`s World Cup London 2018 and also won the Silver Medal at the 2018 Asian Games. Rani was also felicitated with the Arjuna Award in 2016, World Games Athlete of the Year 2019, Hockey India Award for Best Women Player of the Year 2019, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2020 and Padma Shri Award 2020. She had also led the team to victory in the 2019 FIH Series Finals and was a catalyst in ensuring the Indian team made it to back-to-back Olympic Games with her stupendous performance in the FIH Olympic Qualifier in front of home crowd in Bhubaneswar where they beat USA. Congratulating Rani, chief coach Janneke Schopman said, "Rani`s incredible journey from a very difficult economic circumstances back home in Shahbaad to becoming one of the most successful hockey players of her time has inspired many young players in India. She has worked very hard over the past year to earn back her India jersey, after a prolonged injury break. She is a very determined and hardworking player and I wish her the very best as well as congratulate her on achieving this incredible feat."

Hockey India congratulates women's team captain Rani Rampal as she completes 250 international caps

Tiger Woods remains a big name in the sporting fraternity. At 46, his stocks have not yet gone down despite having a very lengthy and topsy-turvy career. Recently, Woods added another feather to his illustrious hat by joining&nbsp;Michael Jordan and LeBron James in a select group of elite athletes with a net worth of at least $1 billion, business magazine Forbes reported.

Woods -- the 15-times major winner -- has made over a whopping $1.7 billion in prize money, endorsements and other ventures, as per the&nbsp;Forbes.

For the unversed, the&nbsp;46-year-old Woods is levelled with Sam Snead for the most wins on the PGA Tour with 82. However, the&nbsp;Forbes pointed out that&nbsp;his winnings from golf comprise&nbsp;less than 10% of his career earnings. Thus, the bulk of his net worth is courtesy of endorsements with some top brands such as Nike and Rolex. The veteran American professional golfer has achieved billionaire status despite not even being involved in the Saudi-backed and cash-rich LIV Golf Invitational Series, which has made heads turn recently.

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Earlier, the six-times NBA champion Jordan was the first athlete to reach the elite club. He was followed by&nbsp;four-times NBA champion LeBron James in early June&nbsp;after the magazine estimated the Los Angeles Lakers superstar's worth at $1 billion. He, thus, became the first&nbsp;active NBA player worth $1 billion.

Tiger Woods remains a big name in the sporting fraternity. At 46, his stocks have not yet gone down despite having a very lengthy and topsy-turvy career. Recently, Woods added another feather to his illustrious hat by joining Michael Jordan and LeBron James in a select group of elite athletes with a net worth of at least $1 billion, business magazine Forbes reported.

Tiger Woods remains a big name in the sporting fraternity. At 46, his stocks have not yet gone down despite having a very lengthy and topsy-turvy career. Recently, Woods added another feather to his illustrious hat by joining Michael Jordan and LeBron James in a select group of elite athletes with a net worth of at least $1 billion, business magazine Forbes reported. Woods -- the 15-times major winner -- has made over a whopping $1.7 billion in prize money, endorsements and other ventures, as per the Forbes. For the unversed, the 46-year-old Woods is levelled with Sam Snead for the most wins on the PGA Tour with 82. However, the Forbes pointed out that his winnings from golf comprise less than 10% of his career earnings. Thus, the bulk of his net worth is courtesy of endorsements with some top brands such as Nike and Rolex. The veteran American professional golfer has achieved billionaire status despite not even being involved in the Saudi-backed and cash-rich LIV Golf Invitational Series, which has made heads turn recently. ALSO READ | LA Lakers superstar LeBron James creates history, becomes 1st active NBA player worth $1 billion Earlier, the six-times NBA champion Jordan was the first athlete to reach the elite club. He was followed by four-times NBA champion LeBron James in early June after the magazine estimated the Los Angeles Lakers superstar's worth at $1 billion. He, thus, became the first active NBA player worth $1 billion.

Billionaires club sees new addition with Tiger Woods joining Michael Jordan, LeBron James

France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has joined Real Madrid from Monaco, both clubs announced on Saturday. According to sources the 22-year-old has cost the Champions League and La Liga holders more than 80 million euros ($84 million) as well as an additional 20 million euros in bonuses.

The former Bordeaux playmaker has won 10 caps since making his Les Bleus debut in September. 
"Real Madrid and Monaco have agreed on the transfer of the player Aurelien Tchouameni, who will be linked to the club for the next six seasons," they said. "Next Tuesday, June 14, at 12:00 at Real Madrid City, the presentation ceremony for Aurelien Tchouameni as a new Real Madrid player will take place after the corresponding medical examination," they added.

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Madrid have also signed Chelsea centre-back Antonio Ruediger ahead of the new season but missed out on Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe last month as he decided to stay in the French capital.

France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has joined Real Madrid from Monaco, both clubs announced on Saturday. According to sources the 22-year-old has cost the Champions League and La Liga holders more than 80 million euros ($84 million) as well as an additional 20 million euros in bonuses.

France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has joined Real Madrid from Monaco, both clubs announced on Saturday. According to sources the 22-year-old has cost the Champions League and La Liga holders more than 80 million euros ($84 million) as well as an additional 20 million euros in bonuses. The former Bordeaux playmaker has won 10 caps since making his Les Bleus debut in September. "Real Madrid and Monaco have agreed on the transfer of the player Aurelien Tchouameni, who will be linked to the club for the next six seasons," they said. "Next Tuesday, June 14, at 12:00 at Real Madrid City, the presentation ceremony for Aurelien Tchouameni as a new Real Madrid player will take place after the corresponding medical examination," they added. ALSO READ | Why Zinedine Zidane is the perfect manager to take PSG to the next level Madrid have also signed Chelsea centre-back Antonio Ruediger ahead of the new season but missed out on Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe last month as he decided to stay in the French capital.

France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni joins Real Madrid from Monaco on a six-year deal

India's Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa won the Norway Chess Group A open chess tournament after netting 7.5 points from nine rounds. The rising Indian star finished a point ahead Marsel Efroimski and Jung Min Seo, who tied for second place. The 16-year old GM, the top-seed, remained unbeaten through the nine rounds. He finished the tournament with a win over compatriot V Praneeth.

While, Magnus Carlsen emerged as the winner of the Norway Chess 2022, the competition celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It is the World Champion's fourth straight title at his home tournament and the fifth overall. The 10-player round-robin took place at Finansparken in Stavanger, Norway, from May 30 to June 10. Each round consisted of a classical game with a win worth 3 points and a loss - 0. In case of a draw, the players played an Armageddon game, where the winner scored 1 1/2 points, and the loser got just 1 point with a draw favouring Black.

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Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand defeated Norway's Aryan Tari in the ninth and final round of the Classical section to clinch the third place in the Norway Chess tournament on Saturday. Anand won the Armageddon round against Norwegian after the classical match ended in a 22-move draw.

The 52-year-old Indian chess legend had to work hard against a 23-year-old in the sudden death tie-break as he required 87 moves to secure the triumph on Saturday. Anand finished with 14.5 points to end his tournament campaign in third place behind Carlsen (16.5 points) and Azerbaijan's Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (15.5).

Anand had begun the Classical section with three consecutive victories, defeating Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (France), Veselin Topalov (Bulgaria), and Hao Wang (China) before American Wesley So ended his winning streak in the fourth round. He then pulled off an impressive win over World No. 1 Carlsen.

India's Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa won the Norway Chess Group A open chess tournament after netting 7.5 points from nine rounds. The rising Indian star finished a point ahead Marsel Efroimski and Jung Min Seo, who tied for second place.

India's Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa won the Norway Chess Group A open chess tournament after netting 7.5 points from nine rounds. The rising Indian star finished a point ahead Marsel Efroimski and Jung Min Seo, who tied for second place. The 16-year old GM, the top-seed, remained unbeaten through the nine rounds. He finished the tournament with a win over compatriot V Praneeth. While, Magnus Carlsen emerged as the winner of the Norway Chess 2022, the competition celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It is the World Champion's fourth straight title at his home tournament and the fifth overall. The 10-player round-robin took place at Finansparken in Stavanger, Norway, from May 30 to June 10. Each round consisted of a classical game with a win worth 3 points and a loss - 0. In case of a draw, the players played an Armageddon game, where the winner scored 1 1/2 points, and the loser got just 1 point with a draw favouring Black. ALSO READ | Teenager Rahul Srivatshav becomes India's 74th Grandmaster Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand defeated Norway's Aryan Tari in the ninth and final round of the Classical section to clinch the third place in the Norway Chess tournament on Saturday. Anand won the Armageddon round against Norwegian after the classical match ended in a 22-move draw. The 52-year-old Indian chess legend had to work hard against a 23-year-old in the sudden death tie-break as he required 87 moves to secure the triumph on Saturday. Anand finished with 14.5 points to end his tournament campaign in third place behind Carlsen (16.5 points) and Azerbaijan's Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (15.5). Anand had begun the Classical section with three consecutive victories, defeating Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (France), Veselin Topalov (Bulgaria), and Hao Wang (China) before American Wesley So ended his winning streak in the fourth round. He then pulled off an impressive win over World No. 1 Carlsen.

India's star teenager GM R Praggnanandhaa wins Norway Chess Open

Rahul Srivatshav P of Telangana has become India's 74th Grandmaster, achieving the title after breaking the 2500 (Elo points) barrier in live FIDE ratings during the 9th Cattolica Chess Festival 2022 in Italy.

The 19-year old player reached the 2500 Elo live rating mark after drawing his 8th round game against Grandmaster Levan Pantsulaia in the Cattolica event. His current Elo rating is 2468. Srivatshav had already secured five GM norms and achieved the title when he crossed the rating threshold of 2500 on Friday.

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To become a GM, a player has to secure three GM norms and cross the live rating of 2500 Elo points. "India one more step closer to getting 100 Grandmasters! Meet our newest addition to the elite club, 19-year-old Rahul Srivatshav from Telangana, India's 74th Grandmaster! A big congratulations to Rahul, his coach and family!," All India Chess Federation president Sanjay Kapoor tweeted on Saturday.

Bharath Subramaniyam had become the country's 73rd GM in January. The legendary Viswanathan Anand is India's first GM, which he became way back in 1988.

Rahul Srivatshav P of Telangana has become India's 74th Grandmaster, achieving the title after breaking the 2500 (Elo points) barrier in live FIDE ratings during the 9th Cattolica Chess Festival 2022 in Italy.

Rahul Srivatshav P of Telangana has become India's 74th Grandmaster, achieving the title after breaking the 2500 (Elo points) barrier in live FIDE ratings during the 9th Cattolica Chess Festival 2022 in Italy. The 19-year old player reached the 2500 Elo live rating mark after drawing his 8th round game against Grandmaster Levan Pantsulaia in the Cattolica event. His current Elo rating is 2468. Srivatshav had already secured five GM norms and achieved the title when he crossed the rating threshold of 2500 on Friday. ALSO READ | Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand loses to Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in 9th round; Carlsen surges ahead To become a GM, a player has to secure three GM norms and cross the live rating of 2500 Elo points. "India one more step closer to getting 100 Grandmasters! Meet our newest addition to the elite club, 19-year-old Rahul Srivatshav from Telangana, India's 74th Grandmaster! A big congratulations to Rahul, his coach and family!," All India Chess Federation president Sanjay Kapoor tweeted on Saturday. Bharath Subramaniyam had become the country's 73rd GM in January. The legendary Viswanathan Anand is India's first GM, which he became way back in 1988.

Teenager Rahul Srivatshav becomes India's 74th Grandmaster

MS Dhoni-led India created history by becoming the first-ever host nation to win a 50-over World Cup during the 2011 edition in the subcontinent. Dhoni &amp; Co. were favourites ahead of the tournament and beat teams like Australia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and many others to end with the elusive trophy&nbsp;and break their 28-year-long title drought.

During the second semi-finals, hosts India faced Shahid Afridi-led Pakistan, who came into the game without Shoaib Akhtar. Despite being in the squad, the Rawalpindi Express wasn't named in the playing XI and was declared "unfit" by the team management. Recently, Akhtar recalled the semi-final, held in Mohali, and stated it was "unfair" from the team management to drop him. He&nbsp;further added that had he played, he would've dismissed Indian openers Sachin Tendulkar (who was the Player-of-the-Match for his chancy 85) and Virender Sehwag (who gave the team a flying start).

“Mohali memory haunts me...that 2011 World Cup semi-final. They should have played me, they should have. It was completely unfair from the team management. I knew that I had just two matches left and I had this desire that at Wankhede the Pakistan flag is held high and the team is plays the final. I knew that India was under immense pressure. The entire nation and the media were looking up to the team which means we were the underdogs. So I believed that we shouldn't have taken the pressure,” Akhtar said in an interaction with Sportskeeda. &nbsp;

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“They told me I was unfit. But I went inside, I bowled eight straight overs during the warm-up. If I played that match, no matter what the consequence would have been, I would have dismissed Sachin and Sehwag. India would have collapsed if Sachin and Sehwag were dismissed early. I was really really hurt. So see that match for 5-6 hours and watch Pakistan lose from the dug-out...I am not that kind of person who cries but I'm a kind of person who breaks things. And I did break a few things in the dressing room because I was so sad, disappointed and furious and so was the entire nation. I knew that all it mattered was those first 10 overs,” the former pacer&nbsp;added.&nbsp;

Talking about the contest, India opted to bat first and rode on Sehwag's 38, SRT's 85 and Suresh Raina's vital 36 to post 260/9. In reply, Afridi &amp; Co. were bowled out for 231 to lose by 29 runs. Later, Dhoni-led India beat Sri Lanka in the final to win the title.

MS Dhoni-led India created history by becoming the first-ever host nation to win a 50-over World Cup during the 2011 edition in the subcontinent. Dhoni & Co. were favourites ahead of the tournament and beat teams like Australia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and many others to end with the elusive trophy and break their 28-year-long title drought.

MS Dhoni-led India created history by becoming the first-ever host nation to win a 50-over World Cup during the 2011 edition in the subcontinent. Dhoni & Co. were favourites ahead of the tournament and beat teams like Australia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and many others to end with the elusive trophy and break their 28-year-long title drought. During the second semi-finals, hosts India faced Shahid Afridi-led Pakistan, who came into the game without Shoaib Akhtar. Despite being in the squad, the Rawalpindi Express wasn't named in the playing XI and was declared "unfit" by the team management. Recently, Akhtar recalled the semi-final, held in Mohali, and stated it was "unfair" from the team management to drop him. He further added that had he played, he would've dismissed Indian openers Sachin Tendulkar (who was the Player-of-the-Match for his chancy 85) and Virender Sehwag (who gave the team a flying start). “Mohali memory haunts me...that 2011 World Cup semi-final. They should have played me, they should have. It was completely unfair from the team management. I knew that I had just two matches left and I had this desire that at Wankhede the Pakistan flag is held high and the team is plays the final. I knew that India was under immense pressure. The entire nation and the media were looking up to the team which means we were the underdogs. So I believed that we shouldn't have taken the pressure,” Akhtar said in an interaction with Sportskeeda. ALSO READ | THROWBACK: When Rahul Dravid's flat six destroyed a spectator's beer pint in India-England ODI - WATCH “They told me I was unfit. But I went inside, I bowled eight straight overs during the warm-up. If I played that match, no matter what the consequence would have been, I would have dismissed Sachin and Sehwag. India would have collapsed if Sachin and Sehwag were dismissed early. I was really really hurt. So see that match for 5-6 hours and watch Pakistan lose from the dug-out...I am not that kind of person who cries but I'm a kind of person who breaks things. And I did break a few things in the dressing room because I was so sad, disappointed and furious and so was the entire nation. I knew that all it mattered was those first 10 overs,” the former pacer added. Talking about the contest, India opted to bat first and rode on Sehwag's 38, SRT's 85 and Suresh Raina's vital 36 to post 260/9. In reply, Afridi & Co. were bowled out for 231 to lose by 29 runs. Later, Dhoni-led India beat Sri Lanka in the final to win the title.

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After a winning start in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Sunil Chhetri-led India will lock horns with Afghanistan in their second game in&nbsp;Group D on Saturday evening (June 11). Chhetri &amp; Co. started their campaign with a stunning 2-0 win over Cambodia with the captain shining with twin goals. Thus, he will be eager to take India to another win.

Talking about their tournament-opener, India scored twice versus a hapless Cambodia courtesy of Chhetri's goals in 14th and 60th minute. On the other hand, Afghanistan went down to Hong Kong, 2-1, and have a tough ask against the home side in order to prevent themselves from being out of contention to qualify for the big event next year.

On the other hand, a victory for the Men in Blue will confirm a&nbsp;direct knockout with Hong Kong, a clash will be held&nbsp;on Tuesday (June 14), to determine the group toppers.

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Let's take a look at the live streaming details of the India vs Afghanistan game:

Where is the India vs Afghanistan match taking place?

The India vs Afghanistan match will be held at the iconic&nbsp;Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

What time does the India vs Afghanistan match begin?

The India vs Afghanistan&nbsp;will kick off&nbsp;at at 8:30 PM IST&nbsp;on Saturday (June 11).

How to watch live coverage of the India vs Afghanistan&nbsp;match on TV?

The AFC Asian Cup Qualifier match between India vs Afghanistan&nbsp;will be telecasted on Star Sports 3 in India

How to watch live coverage of the India vs Afghanistan match on the live streaming?

The AFC Asian Cup Qualifier India vs Afghanistan fixture will be live streamed on Disney + Hotstar in India.

After a winning start in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Sunil Chhetri-led India will lock horns with Afghanistan in their second game in Group D on Saturday evening (June 11).

After a winning start in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Sunil Chhetri-led India will lock horns with Afghanistan in their second game in Group D on Saturday evening (June 11). Chhetri & Co. started their campaign with a stunning 2-0 win over Cambodia with the captain shining with twin goals. Thus, he will be eager to take India to another win. Talking about their tournament-opener, India scored twice versus a hapless Cambodia courtesy of Chhetri's goals in 14th and 60th minute. On the other hand, Afghanistan went down to Hong Kong, 2-1, and have a tough ask against the home side in order to prevent themselves from being out of contention to qualify for the big event next year. On the other hand, a victory for the Men in Blue will confirm a direct knockout with Hong Kong, a clash will be held on Tuesday (June 14), to determine the group toppers. ALSO READ | Pressure grows on France after CCTV footage of Champions League final chaos deleted Let's take a look at the live streaming details of the India vs Afghanistan game: Where is the India vs Afghanistan match taking place? The India vs Afghanistan match will be held at the iconic Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. What time does the India vs Afghanistan match begin? The India vs Afghanistan will kick off at at 8:30 PM IST on Saturday (June 11). How to watch live coverage of the India vs Afghanistan match on TV? The AFC Asian Cup Qualifier match between India vs Afghanistan will be telecasted on Star Sports 3 in India How to watch live coverage of the India vs Afghanistan match on the live streaming? The AFC Asian Cup Qualifier India vs Afghanistan fixture will be live streamed on Disney + Hotstar in India.

India vs Afghanistan live streaming: When and where to watch AFC Asian Cup Qualifier match in India?

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