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HI names 40-member core group for senior womens national camp
Agency: PTI Bengaluru, Jul 19 (PTI) Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probable group for the upcoming senior women's national coaching camp, which will be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre here from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women's hockey team gears up for the women's Asia Cup, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, with only the champion earning a guaranteed spot. All players from the previous camp have been retained, reflecting a continued emphasis on stability and long-term development under the current coaching setup. 'This camp comes at a very critical juncture for us. The Asia Cup is not just a prestigious continental tournament, but also a direct route to the 2026 World Cup. We are treating this camp with utmost intensity and focus to ensure we arrive in Hangzhou as a mentally and physically prepared unit," Indian women's hockey team chief coach Harendra Singh said in a release. 'We have retained the core from the last camp to maintain consistency in our approach, while also allowing the younger players more time to integrate into the senior structure. After a tough Pro League campaign in Europe, where we couldn't produce the results we wanted, this camp also gives us a chance to reset, refocus, and bounce back stronger. Moreover, we have identified critical angles in penalty corner defence, which was a key area of concern during the Pro League." The goalkeeping unit features experienced stalwarts Savita, Bichu Devi Kharibam, Bansari Solanki, and Madhuri Kindo, along with rising talent Samiksha Saxena from Assam Hockey, who impressed selectors with her performances at the National Championships earlier this year. The defence line-up comprises seasoned names such as Nikki Pradhan, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Udita, and Mahima Chaudhary, bolstered by emerging players like Ishika Chaudhary, Jyoti Chhatri, Anjna Dungdung, Akshata Abaso Dhekale, and Suman Devi Thoudam. In midfield, the group continues to rely on the experience of Neha, Salima Tete, Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, Manisha Chauhan, and Sharmila Devi, while also nurturing young talents like Sujata Kujur, Mahima Tete, Albela Rani Toppo, and Pooja Yadav. The forward line features a strong mix of agility and finishing ability, with players like Navneet Kaur, Deepika Soreng, Sangita Kumari, Rutuja Dadaso Pisal, Mumtaz Khan, Beauty Dungdung, Annu, Hritika Singh, Dipimonika Toppo, Chandana Jagadish, and Kajal Sadashiv Atpadkar all named in the squad. Notably, the Indian team will look to build on past successes in Asia and redeem themselves after a challenging outing in the recently concluded FIH Pro League, where they struggled to find form during the European leg. Indian women's hockey team new 40-member senior core group: Goalkeepers: Savita, Bichu Devi Kharibam, Bansari Solanki, Madhuri Kindo, Samiksha Saxena. Defenders: Mahima Chaudhary, Nikki Pradhan, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Udita, Ishika Chaudhary, Jyoti Chhatri, Jyoti, Akshata Abaso Dhekale, Anjna Dungdung, Suman Devi Thoudam. Midfielders: Sujata Kujur, Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, Neha, Salima Tete, Manisha Chauhan, Ajmina Kujur, Sunelita Toppo, Lalremsiami, Sharmila Devi, Baljeet Kaur, Mahima Tete, Albela Rani Toppo, Pooja Yadav. Forwards: Dipimonika Toppo, Hritika Singh, Deepika Soreng, Navneet Kaur, Sangita Kumari, Deepika, Rutaja Dadaso Pisal, Beauty Dungdung, Mumtaz Khan, Annu, Chandana Jagadish, Kajal Sadashiv Atpadkar. PTI SSC SSC ATK view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 12:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Gills real test starts now with India trailing 1-2, says Chappell
Agency: New Delhi, Jul 19 (PTI) Former Australia captain Greg Chappell believes Shubman Gill has displayed greatness with the bat and shown glimpses of his potential as a young captain, but said his real test begins now with India trailing 1-2 in the five-match Test series against England. India lost the third Test against England at Lord's by 22 runs to go 1-2 down in the series. The two teams will face off in the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Manchester starting July 23. 'As India prepare for the final two Tests of their series in England, the spotlight now shines firmly on their 25-year-old captain Shubman Gill. A bright young talent, he has shown greatness with the bat and glimpses of leadership potential, but this moment will define his trajectory as a Test captain. 'It's not an easy environment in which to grow, but it's the one he's in – and the stakes couldn't be higher," Chappell wrote in his column in Chappell wants Gill to set the tone for the side with his actions. 'Gill must define what sort of team he wants India to be. The captain sets the tone – not just with words, but with actions, clarity of purpose, and visible standards. 'That means demanding discipline in the field. India cannot afford to slip back into being a poor fielding side. The best teams are superb in the field. They don't give easy runs. They don't drop chances," he wrote. Chappell wants Gill to be firm in picking the side he feels can win a match for him. 'The selectors and Gill must pick and stick. He must identify the core group of players he trusts, lay out a clear game plan, and communicate individual roles within it. Every player should know what is expected of them and where they fit in. 'Too often, in teams that struggle, players are left to work it out for themselves. That can't be left to chance at this level," the Australian great wrote. Chappell said a captain should be a good communicator and its high time Gill should adopt that quality. 'Great captains are great communicators. Gill must become one – and quickly. Whether it's at training, in the middle or in the dressing room during a break – clear, calm communication is essential. 'His bat can't always do the talking. He must learn to speak in a way that aligns the group, encourages belief, and creates trust," he said. 'He also needs to enunciate the right approach. Batters must be told to play positively and bat in partnerships. If a batter gets a start, it is critical to go on and get a big score. Collapses come when players who are set decide that they don't want to keep working that hard." Chappell said creating pressure through consistent bowling is as important as taking wickets. 'Bowlers must know that it's not just about taking wickets but about building pressure: bowling good balls, good overs, and good spells. Pressure creates mistakes. It's not magic, it's method," he wrote. Chappell said it is time for Gill to stamp his authority as a leader and not just as a batter, as India look to bounce back in the series with two matches remaining. 'If Gill wants to become a great Test captain, this is his moment to stamp his authority. Not just with the bat, but with his leadership. Set the standard. Demand it of others. Pick your team. Back them. And make sure every man knows what is expected and hold them to it," he wrote. 'Because in the end, cricket isn't about heroes. It's about partnerships. It's about teams. And it's about captains who bring the best out of those around them. 'If Gill can lead with clarity of thought and strength of purpose, he won't just shape this series, he'll shape the future of Indian cricket," Chappell added. PTI SSC SSC ATK view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 12:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Nicole Kidman shares video from the set of Practical Magic 2, filming begins
Last Updated: Los Angeles, Jul 19 (PTI) Hollywood stars Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunited on the sets of 'Practical Magic 2", as they began filming for the sequel to their 1998 film. Featuring Kidman and Bullock as the Owens sisters, the original film was helmed by Griffin Dunne. It was based on the 1995 novel 'Practical Magic" by Alice Hoffman. The sequel has both actors, Kidman and Bullock, reprising their roles of Gillian Owens and Sally Owens, respectively. It is set to release in theatres on September 18, 2026. Kidman shared a video on her Instagram handle from the set of 'Practical Magic 2" on Friday as she met her co-star, Bullock. The video began with the camera pointing towards the actors, who share a hug. The caption of the post read, 'The witches are back. Owens sisters' first day on set! #PracticalMagic." 'Practical Magic" followed the story of two witch sisters raised by their quirky aunts in a small town. Together, they confront narrow-minded prejudice and a curse that jeopardises their chances of finding true love. The film also starred Alexandra Artrip, Evan Rachel Wood, and Stockard Channing. view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 12:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Indian sports wrap, July 19: India enters Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team Championships quarterfinals
BADMINTON Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team championships: India enters quarterfinals with commanding win over UAE India booked its place in the quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team Championships after registering a commanding 110-83 win over the United Arab Emirates in its Group D encounter, here on Saturday. The victory came on the back of India's strong opening-day performance against Sri Lanka on Friday. With Hong Kong also notching up two wins from two matches, both the teams have secured their spots in the knockout stage. India and Hong Kong will now clash on Sunday to decide the Group D topper. The tournament is being played under a relay scoring format, where teams race to 110 points across 10 matches. India got off to a flying start with girls' singles player Rujula Ramu defeating Mysha Khan 11-5, followed by the mixed doubles pairing of C Lalramsanga and Taarini Suri extending the lead to 22-11. India maintained its lead throughout the contest despite spirited resistance from the UAE in a few matches. At the halfway stage, the scoreboard read 55-41 in India's favour. US Open finalist Tanvi Sharma then delivered a clinical performance against Madhumita Sundarapandian to stretch the lead to 66-46. Lalramsanga returned to court, this time partnering with Reshika U in the second mixed doubles rubber, where they outplayed Adithya Kiran and Mysha Khan 11-5 to take India further ahead to 77-51, effectively putting the team in the driver's seat. India had achieved its best result in the mixed team event back in 2011, clinching a bronze medal. -PTI Related Topics Tanvi Sharma
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Kaif advises India against making 'panic' changes in Manchester, lends support to Nair: ‘Should back same team'
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif feels under-fire batter Karun Nair deserves another chance in the ongoing series despite his inability to convert starts so far in the ongoing series. read more Mohammad Kaif has thrown his weight behind under-fire batter Karun Nair, urging captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir to continue backing him in the ongoing series. Reuters/PTI Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has urged current Test captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir to not make mass changes to their team combination after the 22-run defeat at Lord's, which has left them trailing England 1-2 in the ongoing five-Test series. Kaif's comment was particularly directed at Karun Nair, who has made his return to the Indian team after eight years in the ongoing series but faces the prospect of getting benched in the fourth Test in Manchester for his failure to collect a big score after a series of starts. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'One thing I've noticed - when India lose, they panic. When they win, they stick with the same XI. After losing the first Test, they made two-three changes. But after winning in Birmingham, only (Jasprit) Bumrah came in – no other changes. That's been the pattern,' Kaif, who represented India in 13 Tests and 125 ODIs, told IANS. 'Even after losing the third Test, I believe they should back the same team going into Manchester. Karun Nair has been getting starts - 30s and 40s - but not converting. Still, he deserves another opportunity. This is a test for both Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir. After a close loss, will they panic and make changes? Or will they trust the players?' he added. India had drafted the trio of Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy into the playing XI after losing the series opener at Headingley by five wickets. Only one of those three changes was forced, with Akash replacing Jasprit Bumrah after the latter was rested for the second Test as part of his workload management. Bumrah would later return to the XI at Lord's, replacing Prasidh Krishna with Akash retaining his place after a match-winning 10-wicket haul across both innings at Edgbaston. Nair, meanwhile, has scored 131 runs in six outings at an average slightly above 20, having gone past 30 just twice in the ongoing series. The team management had opted to bench top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan after handing him his Test debut at Headingley, with Gill and Gambhir opting to move Nair to No 3 from No 6 for the next two Tests. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Vidarbha batter, however, faces immense pressure to retain his place in the Test team; he might get another shot at Old Trafford, or even in the final Test at The Oval, but the doors will be firmly shut on him beyond this series if he fails to notch up a single big score. 'They've surprised everyone' Kaif also lauded the current team for standing up and delivering in the ongoing Test series in the absence of stalwarts Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin. While Ashwin had announced his international retirement midway during the tour of Australia in December, Rohit and Kohli had brought the curtains down on their Test careers in May. 'India dominated for 12-13 out of the last 15 days. They played solid cricket - both with the bat and the ball. When this team landed in England, most people predicted a 0-4 or 1-4 defeat, but they've surprised everyone. 'Without Kohli, Rohit, Shami, and Ashwin, this young team stood up and delivered. They lost two close matches - Headingley was in India's grasp, and so was the final Test while chasing 193. Shubman Gill has led from the front - as captain and as a batsman. There were doubts about his ability to perform in English conditions, but he answered with the bat. With a bit of luck, India could've won all three Tests,' Kaif added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The fourth Test between India and England gets underway at Old Trafford on Wednesday, with Gill and Co needing a victory to keep their hopes of a series win alive.
