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India’s Medal Winners at Paris Olympics 2024

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Indian hockey team won BRONZE medal in olympics 2024

The Paris Olympics 2024 was a proud moment for India, showcasing the skill and determination of its athletes. The country’s medal tally saw a boost with impressive performances in different sports.

From the shooting range to other events, Indian athletes made a strong impact. The Games were a chance for new stars to shine and for experienced athletes to continue their inspiring performances. As the world looked on, India’s sporting talent was clear, and the nation celebrated its heroes who brought pride and honor to the country.

Manu Bhaker
Manu Bhaker, born on February 18, 2002, in Goria, Haryana, is a leading Indian shooter known for her precision and skill. At the Paris 2024 Olympics, she won bronze in both the women’s 10m air pistol and mixed team 10m air pistol events. Bhaker’s achievements mark her as a trailblazer, making history as the first Indian woman to win two Olympic medals in a single Games.

Sarabjot Singh
Sarabjot Singh, born on September 30, 2001, in Dheen village,Ambala, Haryana, is a prominent Indian shooter. At the Paris 2024 Olympics, he won bronze in the mixed team 10m air pistol event with Manu Bhaker. Singh’s performance, marked by steady and precise shooting, has earned him recognition as a rising star in Indian sports, contributing significantly to the nation’s Olympic success.

Swapnil Kusale Swapnil Kusale born on August 6, 1995, in Pune, Maharashtra, is a rising star in Indian shooting. His exceptional talent and unwavering dedication culminated in a historic bronze medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics in the Men’s Rifle 50m 3 Positions event.

HOCKEY– In a thrilling encounter, the Indian hockey team clinched the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The victory marks a historic moment for Indian hockey, as the team showcased exceptional skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the tournament.

Neeraj Chopra– added another feather to his cap by clinching the silver medal in the javelin throw event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Despite facing stiff competition, Chopra displayed exceptional skill and determination, securing a podium finish. While the reigning Olympic champion fell short of defending his title, his silver medal is a testament to his enduring talent and India’s rising stature in athletics. Neeraj Chopra is from Khandra village, Panipat district in the state of Haryana..

Aman Sehrawat – etched his name in India’s sporting history by clinching the bronze medal in wrestling at the Paris Olympics. At just 21, he became the country’s youngest Olympic medalist. His journey to the podium is particularly inspiring as he lost both parents at the tender age of 11.He is from Birohar, Jhajjar district, Haryana, trains at the iconic Chhatrasal Stadium in Delhi. This stadium is renowned for producing multiple Olympic medalists and has been a crucial part of his wrestling journey.

Here is the table for the Paris 2024 Olympics medals tally:

No.AthleteEventSportMedal
1Manu BhakerWomen’s 10m air pistolShootingBronze
2Manu Bhaker-Sarabjot SinghMixed team 10m air pistolShootingBronze
3Swapnil KusaleMen’s 50m rifle 3 positionsShootingBronze
4Team IndiaMen’s eventHockeyBronze
5Neeraj ChopraMen’s javelin throwAthleticsSilver
6Aman SehrawatMen’s freestyle 57kgWrestlingBronze

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Here’s the updated medals tally table with the Paris 2024 Olympics results:

RankCountryGoldSilverBronzeTotal
1USA313936106
2China32252077
3Australia18161448
4France14192255
4Great Britain14192255
64India0156

Manu Bhaker added to this proud history by winning two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics. She achieved this in both the women’s 10m air pistol event and the mixed 10m air pistol event, becoming the second Indian after Norman Pritchard to win two medals in a single Olympics.

Swapnil Kusale Won Bronze Medal in Men’s Rifle 50m 3P at Paris 2024 Olympics

Manu Bhaker : Won Bronze in10m Air Pistol -Olympics 2024-PM Modi congratulates Manu Bhaker for historic win

“Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh Secure Bronze in 10m Air Pistol at Paris 2024 Olympics”

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Here’s a comprehensive table listing Indian athletes who have won medals at the Summer Olympics, including their respective events, medals, and the Olympics where they won: from 1900 to 2024-

“Dual Medals -India’s Olympic Journey 1900 to 2024: From Pritchard to Manu Bhaker”

AthleteMedalEventOlympics
Manu Bhaker & Sarabjot SinghBronzeShooting, 10m Air Pistol mixed team eventParis 2024
Manu BhakerBronzeShooting, 10m Air PistolParis 2024
Mirabai ChanuSilverWomen’s 49kg weightliftingTokyo 2020
Lovlina BorgohainBronzeWomen’s welterweight boxingTokyo 2020
PV SindhuBronzeWomen’s singles badmintonTokyo 2020
Ravi Kumar DahiyaSilverMen’s 57kg wrestlingTokyo 2020
Indian hockey teamBronzeMen’s hockeyTokyo 2020
Bajrang PuniaBronzeMen’s 65kg wrestlingTokyo 2020
Neeraj ChopraGoldMen’s javelin throwTokyo 2020
PV SindhuSilverWomen’s singles badmintonRio 2016
Sakshi MalikBronzeWomen’s 58kg wrestlingRio 2016
Sushil KumarSilverMen’s 66kg wrestlingLondon 2012
Vijay KumarSilverMen’s 25m rapid pistol shootingLondon 2012
Saina NehwalBronzeWomen’s singles badmintonLondon 2012
Mary KomBronzeWomen’s flyweight boxingLondon 2012
Yogeshwar DuttBronzeMen’s 60kg wrestlingLondon 2012
Gagan NarangBronzeMen’s 10m air rifle shootingLondon 2012
Abhinav BindraGoldMen’s 10m air rifle shootingBeijing 2008
Vijender SinghBronzeMen’s middleweight boxingBeijing 2008
Sushil KumarBronzeMen’s 66kg wrestlingBeijing 2008
Rajyavardhan Singh RathoreSilverMen’s double trap shootingAthens 2004
Karnam MalleswariBronzeWomen’s 54kg weightliftingSydney 2000
Leander PaesBronzeMen’s singles tennisAtlanta 1996
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyMoscow 1980
Indian hockey teamBronzeMen’s hockeyMunich 1972
Indian hockey teamBronzeMen’s hockeyMexico City 1968
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyTokyo 1964
Indian hockey teamSilverMen’s hockeyRome 1960
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyMelbourne 1956
KD JadhavBronzeMen’s bantamweight wrestlingHelsinki 1952
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyHelsinki 1952
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyLondon 1948
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyBerlin 1936
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyLos Angeles 1932
Indian hockey teamGoldMen’s hockeyAmsterdam 1928
Norman PritchardSilverMen’s 200mParis 1900
Norman PritchardSilverMen’s 200m hurdlesParis 1900

Hockey-India Edges Past New Zealand in Thrilling Opening Match in Olympics 2024

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A Nail-Biting Contest

India kicked off its Paris 2024 Olympics hockey campaign with a heart-stopping 3-2 victory over New Zealand in a Pool B encounter. The match, played at the Stade Yves-du-Manoir, was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams trading goals and the outcome hanging in the balance until the final whistle.

New Zealand drew first blood when Sam Lane converted a penalty corner in the eighth minute, putting India on the back foot early. However, the Indian team responded swiftly, with Mandeep Singh equalizing in the 24th minute to restore parity.

The second half saw more drama unfold. Vivek Sagar Prasad put India ahead with a brilliant field goal in the 34th minute, but New Zealand refused to give up. Simon Child’s equalizer in the 53rd minute set the stage for a grandstand finish.

Harmanpreet Singh Delivers the Knockout Blow

With the clock ticking down, India was awarded a penalty stroke, and captain Harmanpreet Singh stepped up to take the crucial shot. The experienced defender calmly converted the penalty, sending the Indian camp into raptures and breaking New Zealand hearts.

The victory was a perfect start for India, who will now face Rio 2016 champions Argentina in their next match.

India’s Road to the Podium

India is placed in Pool B alongside New Zealand, Ireland, reigning Olympic champions Belgium, and former champions Australia and Argentina. The top four teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals.

The Indian team will be looking to improve upon their bronze medal finish at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and aim for a podium finish in Paris.

Pool A: Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain, Spain, France, South Africa

Pool B: Belgium, India, Australia, Argentina, New Zealand, Ireland

The road to the gold medal will be challenging, but India’s victory over New Zealand has given the team a much-needed boost in confidence. With a talented squad and a passionate fan base behind them, India will be hoping to make a deep run in the tournament.

The semi-finals of the event will take place on August 6 and the medal round matches are scheduled for August 8.

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Thrilling Finale: India vs South Africa – T20 Cricket WC 2024 Final – Pitch Report, Match Time, and Live Streaming Details

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The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2024 Final between India and South Africa will start at 8:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local time) on Saturday, June 29, 2024. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network, with English commentary on Star Sports 1 HD/SD and Hindi commentary on Star Sports 3 HD/SD. Online streaming will be available on the Disney+ Hotstar app.

Kensington Oval Pitch Report

High Scoring Ground

The Kensington Oval is recognized as the tournament’s third-fastest scoring ground, featuring a notable run rate of 7.78 per over.

Advantage for Fast Bowlers

The pitch favours pace over spin, with fast bowlers excelling here. They have secured 59 wickets at an impressive average of 20.22.

Challenges for Spinners

Spinners have faced more difficulty, managing only 32 wickets at an average of 26.40. Despite this, their economy rate of 7.28 is slightly better compared to the pacers’ 7.88.

Overcoming Greater Obstacles

The challenges faced by both teams go beyond logistics. India, in particular, have overcome significant hurdles to reach this point. They banished the painful memories of last year’s World Cup Final defeat to Australia in Ahmedabad and avenged their semifinal loss to England in Adelaide in the 2022 T20 World Cup with a reversal in Georgetown.

India’s Evolution and Formidable Team

Nine players from the 2023 one-day squad are now in Barbados, yet this India team appears transformed. They have shown no discernible weaknesses and, while their victories haven’t all been easy, they have consistently looked like the stronger side.

Rohit Sharma: The Embodiment of India’s T20 World Cup Endeavour

Captain Rohit Sharma has been the epitome of India’s newfound mindset. His aggressive and fearless batting, particularly in the last two matches against Australia and England, has set the tone for India’s campaign. His 92 off 41 balls in Saint Lucia was a display of sheer power, and his half-century in the semifinal against England was crucial to India’s dominance.

The New Approach

Rohit spoke about India’s changed approach, emphasizing the importance of playing with a free mind. “We’ve tried to play with very free minds in the last two or three years,” Sharma said in Guyana. “The conditions had their own challenges, and we wanted to be a smart cricket team, assessing and playing accordingly. Our priority was to keep things simple and give the team freedom.”

Role Clarity and Decision Making

Rohit emphasized the importance of role clarity and good decision-making on the field. “These guys have played a lot of high-pressure games. You’ve got to try to give them role clarity, which we’ve done pretty well. We want to rely on them making good decisions on the field. You have to have an open mind, but our priority was to keep things simple and give them the freedom they need.”

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South Africa’s Historic Achievement

While South Africa doesn’t bear the weight of over a billion people’s expectations like India, their journey to the final is historic. The current players have shed the burden that weighed down past greats, becoming the first South African men’s team to win a semifinal in an ICC event. This achievement has set them up for their first-ever World Cup final.

India Squad India T20 World Cup 2024: Complete List of Team Players

This well-rounded squad, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and exciting new talents, is poised to make a strong impact in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Reserves for the Indian Squad for the T20 World Cup 

Player NameRole
Shubman GillBatsman
Rinku SinghBatsman
Khaleel AhmedBowler
Avesh KhanBowler
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South Africa T20 World Cup Squad 2024: Complete List of Team Players

T20 Cricket WC 2024 Final-Indian cricket team players list

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Out of this World Preview | SA v IND | T20WC 2024 Final

Conclusion

As both teams prepare for the final showdown at Kensington Oval, they bring with them stories of resilience, strategic brilliance, and historic achievements. India’s transformation and South Africa’s breakthrough promise an exciting and closely contested finale in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.