The Times of India

Gunjan, taking inspiration from Neeraj Chopra, has made history by clinching a gold medal at the Youth Olympic Games. She dominated the women's 48kg category with a decisive 5-0 victory over Algeria's Bouthaina Bensalah. This monumental achievement, alongside L Ambekar Meetei's win, signals India's first double gold in boxing at this event.

Yash Thakur made his ODI debut against New Zealand but was dismissed for a duck on Sunday. He joined the list of 18 Indian players who have scored ducks in their debut matches. While India struggled with bat early on, they managed to secure a 22-run victory in the fifth ODI. The win allowed India to clinch the series 3-1 following New Zealand's consecutive home series victories.

Lakshya Raichandani commended Aaryavir Sehwag for his exceptional play during the Under-19 Asia Cup. Sehwag's impressive scoring led the team to triumph, showcasing a remarkable recovery following a previous defeat to Pakistan. Raichandani emphasised the critical role of a reliable batter in successful run chases, underscoring the team's resilience and the valuable lessons they learned from their earlier misstep.

Mohit Ulva expressed his thoughts on India's exhilarating win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final. He noted that the team's celebrations were filled with joy, not aimed at inciting any reactions. Amidst social media backlash, the players concentrated solely on their pursuit, heroically chasing down 338 runs at the last moment. He highlighted the unwavering confidence in the team's spirit, even after facing the loss of eight wickets.

PT Usha's re-election bid as IOA president received a boost after Electoral Officer Sanjay K Srivastava rejected all objections to her nomination through the Ice Hockey Association of India. She features in the 71-member final electoral college, making her eligible to contest the December 5 elections after missing out on an elected Sportsperson of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) position.

During the thrilling fifth ODI clash between India and New Zealand, an unnoticed umpiring blunder left Axar Patel off-strike post-drinks, with Shreyas Iyer inadvertently taking his place. However, India stayed composed, accumulating a total of 209 runs. Their bowlers then outperformed New Zealand, skittling them out for 187, leading to a victorious margin of 22 runs.

Erling Haaland refused to be drawn into Manchester Citys ongoing financial case after Norways 3-1 victory over Wales, questioning why he should explain a legal dispute dating back to his childhood. The striker reaffirmed his commitment to City, highlighting his contract until 2034, while insisting his immediate focus remains Norways crucial Nations League clash against Denmark.

Mahfijul Islam's Test cricket debut took a difficult turn as he fell victim to the very first ball, joining a select group of players dismissed on their debut. Meanwhile, Kagiso Rabada showcased his prowess by achieving a first-ball wicket and continued to dismantle Bangladesh's batting order with further key dismissals. Bangladesh are still searching for their first Test win against South Africa.

The broadcast of the fifth ODI between India and New Zealand on Sunday was briefly halted due to a power outage in the broadcast compound. The backup generator took nearly ten minutes to switch on before television sets in India resumed receiving the live action.

Aaryavir Sehwag was named Player of the Tournament after scoring 361 runs in India's victorious Under-19 Asia Cup campaign. He scored 58 in the thrilling final against Pakistan, which India won by one wicket. Fellow youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi congratulated him on Instagram with the message, Star boiiiiii @aaryavirsehwag, celebrating his impressive performances.

India suffered a second consecutive defeat against New Zealand, losing 0-3 in Christchurch after their opening 0-5 loss. Finn Surman, McGarry and Chris Wood scored for the hosts in the first half. India showed defensive improvement after the break, with goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari and Bijoy Varghese impressing, but their attacking struggles continued as they failed to score.

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl in the fifth ODI.

Supporters in the stands displayed a banner reading Obrigado, capi7o Thank you, captain alongside images of Ronaldo lifting the European Championship and Nations League trophies.

Mohit Ulva played a crucial role in India's thrilling one-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup final. Chasing an impressive target of 338 runs, India faced significant pressure at 252 for eight wickets. Ulva formed a vital partnership with Manal Chauhan, contributing an unbeaten 49 runs to the chase. The match came down to needing three runs from the final ball, which Ulva secured with a boundary.

In a nail-biting finale, India U19 claimed the Under-19 Asia Cup title, triumphing over Pakistan by just one wicket. Mohit Ulva emerged as the hero with an explosive 49 runs from 26 deliveries, which was crucial in chasing down Pakistan's hefty target of 338 runs, built on Usman Khan's impressive century. The match ended in a dramatic fashion with the last ball, igniting fervent celebrations in the Indian squad.