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** Shooter Avani Lekhara Rewrites History Books With Gold Medal at Paris Paralympics; Mona Agarwal Rounded Off the Podium by Clinching Bronze for India ** WORLD FAST 24/7 NEWS Updated: August 30, 2024 04:44 PM IST In a historic triumph at the Paris Paralympics, shooter Avani Lekhara rewrote the history books by securing a gold medal , while Mona Agarwal rounded off the podium by clinching bronze for India. The incredible Avani Lekhara became the first Indian woman to win two Paralympic gold medals, an achievement that has etched her name in the annals of Indian sports. Her victory in the women’s 10m air rifle (SH1) event on Friday was a testament to her relentless determination and exceptional skill, making it a proud moment for the nation. Avani Lekhara, who had previously won gold at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago, delivered a stunning performance at the Paris Paralympics. She shot a remarkable 249.7, surpassing her own world record of 249.6 set in T...

 ** Wolves vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League Result and Final Score as Noni Madueke  Hits Hat-trick in Goal-fest ** updated 16 hours ago By M.k.karikalsozhan  blog  reporter In an exhilarating Premier League clash, the Wolverhampton Wanderers hosted Chelsea in what turned out to be a match for the ages. The spotlight was firmly on Chelsea’s Noni Madueke, who delivered a sensational hat-trick in a goal-fest, yet the Blues’ struggle for their first points of the season continues. Despite Madueke’s heroics, the match ended with Chelsea still searching for their first points after their defeat to Manchester City in the opening game. ### First Half: A Tight Contest The match kicked off with both teams looking to establish dominance early on. Wolves, playing at home, were keen to take advantage of Chelsea’s shaky start to the season. The first half saw a tight contest with both teams exchanging blows. Wolves vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League result and final scor...

  WI vs SA, 2nd T20I: West Indies wins to secure series victory after South Africa stumbles in run chase Published : Aug 26, 2024 09:13 IST By M.k.karikalsozhan  Blog  reporter In a thrilling encounter at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, the West Indies secured a decisive 30-run victory over South Africa in the second T20I of the series. This win not only handed the West Indies a series victory with one game to spare but also highlighted their prowess in the shortest format of the game. The match, played on a warm Sunday evening, was a showcase of explosive batting, strategic bowling, and a significant shift in momentum that saw South Africa falter in their run chase. This victory is sure to be remembered as a defining moment in the ongoing rivalry between these two cricketing giants. The match began with South Africa winning the toss and opting to bowl first. The decision seemed justified in the early stages, with the West Indies struggling to find momentum. Ho...

  Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highlights: Bangladesh clinch first-ever Test win over Pakistan, take unassailable 1-0 lead in series Updated : Aug 25, 2024, 15:55:54 IST By  M.k.karikalsozhan  Blog Reporter On Sunday, the Bangladesh cricket team made history by securing their first-ever Test victory over Pakistan in Rawalpindi, taking a commanding 1-0 lead in the two-Test series. Chasing a target of 30 runs, Bangladesh achieved the win with 10 wickets to spare. Earlier, Pakistan was bowled out for 146 in their second innings.  Despite trailing by 117 runs after the first innings, Pakistan's batting lineup faltered. Mohammad Rizwan was the top scorer with 51 runs, while Bangladesh's spinners were instrumental, claiming seven of the nine wickets to fall on the final day. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (4-21) and Shakib Al Hasan (3-44) were the standout bowlers for Bangladesh. Openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam guided Bangladesh to victory in just 7 overs. The second Test w...

 **Three Things Hansi Flick Can Make Out of  Barcelona’s 2-1 Win Over Athletic Club** By  M.k.karikalsozhan  Blog  reporter Published :   25-08-2024   3:51   Barcelona’s 2-1 victory over Athletic Club may have seemed like just another league game, but for Hansi Flick, it represents much more. Despite significant injury concerns and financial hurdles off the pitch, the Catalan giants have started their La Liga season in scintillating form. With six points from their first two games, Barcelona has set a high bar for the rest of the season. Here, we delve into three key takeaways from the match that could influence Barcelona’s campaign and Hansi Flick’s strategy moving forward. 1. **A Golden Midfield Duo: The Impact of Marc Bernal and Pedri** Hansi Flick’s decision to pair young Marc Bernal with Pedri in the midfield against Athletic Club was a masterstroke that surprised many. The choice to start Bernal, a 17-year-old academy talent, o...

  NAS 1-1 RAE Highlights, Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Ronaldo Scores in Al-Nassr’s Draw Against Al- Raed Updated : Aug 23, 2024 02:03 By  M.k.karikalsozhan  Blog  Reporter **NAS vs RAE:** Relive the action-packed highlights from the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Nassr and Al-Raed at the Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh. **Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Al-Nassr vs Al-Raed clash in the Saudi Pro League at the Al-Awwal Stadium.** **Key Moments:** - **FULL TIME:** Al-Nassr 1-1 Al-Raed - **76’ - NAS 1-1 RAE:** Ronaldo scores but is flagged offside! - **49’ - NAS 1-1 RAE:** Al-Raed equalises! - **48’ - NAS 1-0 RAE:** Penalty awarded to Al-Raed! - **HALFTIME:** Al-Nassr leads 1-0 - **34’ - NAS 1-0 RAE:** Ronaldo scores! - **Al-Nassr Lineup Announced:** Ronaldo starts - **Al-Raed Lineup Announced** **Match Report:** **Saudi Pro League 2024-25:** Ronaldo Scores, But Al-Nassr Settles for a Draw Against Al-Raed Cristiano Ronaldo opened his scoring acc...

  Valencia vs Barcelona, La Liga: Match Thread, Live Updates Updated  Aug 17, 2024, 11:34pm  Blog : M.K.karikalszohan Blog  Reporter The recent clash between Valencia and Barcelona in La Liga showcased an exhilarating match that ended with Barcelona clinching a 2-1 victory. This encounter, held on August 17, 2024, marked the beginning of the new La Liga season and was particularly significant as it was Hansi Flick's debut as Barcelona's head coach. The match unfolded at the iconic Mestalla Stadium, where both teams displayed their strengths and tactical acumen. Match Overview: Valencia vs Barcelona, La Liga The atmosphere at Mestalla was electric as Valencia took an early lead through Hugo Duro, who scored just before half-time. The home side had been pressing hard, and Duro's goal came from a well-executed header following a cross from Diego Lopez. This moment sent the Valencia fans into a frenzy, as they celebrated taking the lead against a formidable opp...