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The Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament offers the top six teams in the continent a chance to fine-tune their arsenal ahead of the sterner test at the Asian Games.

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Firm favourite: With Erling Haaland, who shattered the league goal-scoring record, in its rank, it would be hard to bet against the reigning European champion, Manchester City.

EPL preview: It’s time for Battleground England

The Premier League embarks on a new season with reinforced teams and new contenders as Manchester City aims for a repeat treble.

Inside game: Athletes usually have exceptional levels of physical fitness and stamina, thanks in part to their hard training programs and smart lifestyle choices. These conditions can all lead to a boost in testosterone levels, which is a hormone related to sexual desire in both men and women.

When passion meets performance: The fascinating link between athleticism and libido

Sexual drive and on-field accomplishment can be further enhanced by foods that could potentially elevate performance and vitality.

Even those who scream that politics and sports ought not to mix accept that politicians and sport mix all the time.

Last Word: Fiefdoms abound in Indian sport

Even those who scream that politics and sports ought not to mix accept that politicians and sport mix all the time.

‘I believe that if it is my day, and my approach and my rhythm are set, I will put up a good jump when it matters’ — Sreeshankar

Murali Sreeshankar — ‘Kobe Bryant will always remain at the core of my heart’

Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, fuelled by his ‘Mamba mindset’ and a strong bond with his father, sets his sights on World Championships glory after o

Surprise package: Fulton (right) would have never dreamt of bearing the ultimate knockout punch from a fighter debuting in a division where he was the reigning champion.

Japanese boxing sensation Naoya Inoue reigns supreme

Inoue stunned the world by delivering a jaw-dropping knockout to reigning super bantamweight champion Stephen Fulton.

‘We were so accustomed to winning just about everything, hard to accept losing now’ - Curtly Ambrose

Curtly Ambrose — ‘Sachin Tendulkar’s humility was his greatest asset’

West Indies legend Curtly Ambrose discusses his country’s decline in fast bowling, praises Jasprit Bumrah, and recalls bowling to top batsmen like Sac

Edging past Kiwis: Rangadoss, the Madras left-winger, scored the team’s second goal against New Zealand Olympic hockey team during an exhibition match in Madras in September 1960. Madras won 2-1.

Chennai’s enduring love story with hockey awaits new chapter

Barring the two Champions Trophy tournaments in 1996 and 2005, where India fared badly, it has won the rest of the tournaments in Chennai.

The Indian women’s cricket team captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, brought disrepute to the game and the nation with her petulant behaviour during a bilateral series in Bangladesh.

Off-side: Indian sport plagued by disappointing setbacks

While Indian wrestling is once again entangled in a labyrinth of its own making, the Indian women’s cricket team captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, brought di

Front runner: Ken Nagayoshi, the penalty corner specialist is one of the key players to watch out for in the Japanese team. Despite finding the back of the net only once in the 2023 World Cup, his performances in the Nations Cup, where he scored four goals, portray why he is a significant goal threat.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: Japan on redemption road

Japan seeks to put its disappointing World Cup campaign behind, led by key players Ken Nagayoshi and Kentaro Fukuda and coach Akira Takahashi.

One for the album: The Asian Champions Trophy against the backdrop of Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: How Chennai is getting ready for return of international hockey

With a new turf and revamped facilities, Chennai once again welcomes international hockey action at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium.

Young and hungry: .As many as nine players from this junior side find a place in the 18-member team for the Asian Champions Trophy, with Adbul Hannan Shahid (front) being the player to watch out for.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: Pakistan looking for lost glory

On a redemption trail, Pakistan faces a litmus test in the Asian Champions Trophy.

Familiar territory: With the kind of resources available to the team and considering the recent performances against some of the top sides in the world, India will be the firm favourite to win the title.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: India enjoys host advantage

The Asian Champions Trophy comes to India for the first time, as the hosts look to set their Asian Games prep rolling.

Seasoned figure: Weibao Ao (in red) is the most senior figure in the team, with 108 caps to his name. He was one of China’s top performers in the 2018 World Cup, receiving plaudits for his performances as first rusher. In the game against France especially, Weibao was instrumental in thwarting France’s penalty corner attempts.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: A renewed hope for China

China’s underdog hockey team aims to create a few upsets in the Asian Champions Trophy.

Azrai Aizad’s inclusion will be important for Malaysia. The 23-year-old midfielder top-scored in the Malaysian Hockey League with 40 goals, with 33 field play goals to take his club to the final.

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: It’s time for Malaysia to earn its stripes

Led by coach Arul Anthoni, Malaysia aims for glory with Azrai Aizad’s scoring prowess and Razie Rahim’s defensive abilities.

Key player: Jang, with 314 International appearances and 109 goals, will be the heartthrob of the knowledgeable fans in Chennai when the seventh edition of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament kicks off on August 3

Asian Champions Trophy hockey 2023: Jang Jon Hyun the key for South Korea

South Korea will depend on 39-year-old drag flick veteran to make their mark in the Asian Champions Trophy.

Creditable performance: Shubhankar Sharma finished tied-8th at The Open.

The Open Championship 2023 golf: Shubhankar Sharma’s stupendous show

The Indian was remarkably consistent and displayed admirable grit on a par-71 course at The Open, where many illustrious names took a beating.

Great expectations: India is joint top of the winners’ table with Pakistan with three titles each.

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2023: Acid test for India ahead of Asian Games

Top-flight international hockey will return to Chennai after 15 years when the city hosts the Asian Champions Trophy from August 3-12. It will feature

Virat Kohli became only the fourth Indian after Tendulkar, Dhoni and Dravid to play 500 or more international matches.

Statsman: Virat Kohli enters club 500

Meanwhile, India v West Indies become the ninth occasion that two teams have faced each other in Tests for 100 tests or more.

Record breaker: Max and Red Bull’s victory at the Hungarian GP run also broke the record set by McLaren back in 1988 of 11 straight wins.

The coast is clear for Max Verstappen and Red Bull

Max Verstappen overcomes Hamilton challenge and a resurgent McLaren as Red Bull strengthens its hold at the top of the standings.

Long wait: The Indian cricket team’s flight to Barbados was delayed due to heavy rains in Port of Spain.

On The Write Line

Sunil Gavaskar: All for a good night’s sleep

The Indian team management has written to the BCCI requesting that in future there should be no late night flights for the team, after their flight fr

Purple patch: Jyothi Yarraji opened India’s gold medal account in the championships by clocking 13.09s in the final ahead of Japan’s runners Asuka Terada (13.13s) and Aoki Masumi (13.26s).

Rare gold, strange happenings and calculations gone awry

Indians came up with fighting performances at the recent Bangkok Asians but there is much work to do before the Asian Games.

While India contends with a squad in flux, it has the the chance to mould a core group of young players.

Chance for India to mould a core group of young players

Looking ahead, India needs leadership and clarity of thought to move forward in Test cricket. But at least there is a sense that the brains trust is b

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