Kishore Jena ruled out of Neeraj Chopra Classic
2022 Asian Games silver medallist Kishore Jena has been ruled out of the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 due to an ankle injury, the tournament organiser stated on Monday. Yashvir Singh, who edged out Jena to win at the Indian Open meet in Chennai in April, has been named as his replacement in the final line-up. The Neeraj Chopra Classic will be held at Sree Kanteerava Stadium on July 5.
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