Bajrang Punia SUSPENDED By NADA For Not Giving Dope Sample, Say Sources
Punia, along with a line of other top wrestlers, including Olympians Sakshi Malik and Vinesh; was at the forefront of former BJP MP and president of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
May 05, 2024, 13:01 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat's Movie-Like Love Story With Husband Somvir Rathee - In Pics
In the world of wrestling, triumph often intertwines with tales of love, perseverance, and unwavering dedication. As the wrestling fraternity celebrates Vinesh Phogat's monumental achievement of securing an Olympic quota, her journey unveils not just a story of sporting excellence but also a captivating love saga that resonates with audiences far and wide.
Apr 21, 2024, 14:46 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat Secures Paris Olympics 2024 Quota In 50kg
Vinesh Phogat was competing in the 50 kg category instead of her usual 53 kg division, where young wrestler Antim Panghal has already secured a quota for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Apr 20, 2024, 22:19 PM IST
India's Top 10 Medal Prospects At Paris Olympics 2024
From Neeraj Chopra To Nikhat Zareen, 10 Indian athletes likely to win a medla at Paris Olympics 2024.
Apr 18, 2024, 10:18 AM IST
Vinesh Phogat Accuses WFI Chief Of Trying To End Her Olympic Dream; Federation Denies Charge
Phogat is eyeing an Olympic quota in the 50kg category in the Asian qualifying tournament next week in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Apr 12, 2024, 16:27 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat Slams 'Haters' After Winning Selection Trials For Paris Olympics 2024
Notably, star Indian grapplers Bajrang Punia and Ravi Dahiya on Sunday suffered defeats in the selection trials.
Mar 12, 2024, 19:11 PM IST
Wrestling Trails: Vinesh Phogat Wins In 50kg But Loses Semis Of 53 Kg
The 29-year-old used to compete in 53kg before the protest but has lowered her weight class since Antim Panghal has already earned an Olympic quota in that category.
Mar 11, 2024, 20:58 PM IST
'They Have Ruined Wrestling': Young Wrestlers Protest Against Bajrang, Sakshi, Vinesh In Delhi
Young wrestlers are staging a demonstration at Delhi's Jantar Mantar against the loss of one crucial year of their careers, blaming top grapplers - Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat for the same.
Jan 03, 2024, 18:07 PM IST
Did You Know: Vinesh Phogat Was Once Romantically Linked With Neeraj Chopra But Soon The Wrestler Married Long-Time Boyfriend
During Asian Games 2028, reports emerged in a newspaper that ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and wrestler Vinesh Phogat were dating each other but in the end, they turned out to be rumours.
Dec 27, 2023, 07:49 AM IST
WFI Election Row: Vinesh Phogat Renounces Khel Ratna, Arjuna Award In Letter To PM Modi
BJP MP Brij Bhusan and the former chief of WFI has been accused of sexual harassment by multiple women wrestlers. Notably, Phogat, Malikkh and Punia have been at the forefront of the protests against Bhushan
Dec 26, 2023, 19:59 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat Faces Setback: Asian Games Participation Halted Due to Knee Injury
The surgery, scheduled for 17th August in Mumbai, is a pivotal step toward Phogat's rehabilitation and eventual return to the wrestling arena.
Aug 15, 2023, 15:45 PM IST
High Court put a stay on the Indian Wrestling Federation elections, the elections were to be held today
WFI Election: The election for the post of President of Wrestling Federation of India was to be held on August 12. Chandigarh High Court has banned this on Friday.
Aug 12, 2023, 13:50 PM IST
Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat Break Silence On Cristism After Asian Games Trail Exemption
The Asian Games will begin on September 23.
Jul 24, 2023, 23:57 PM IST
'I Was Cheated': Antim Panghal Slams Decisison To Give Vinesh Phogat Direct Entry For Asian Games
Sources had said that WFI panel had given Bajrang and Vinesh direct entry to participate in the upcoming Asian games, Hangzhou, without appearing in national trials.
Jul 19, 2023, 19:14 PM IST
Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat Exempted From Hangzhou Asian Games Trials: Sources
As per the guidelines ad hoc committee can give exemptions to those athletes as the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) didn't give an exemption to IOA.
Jul 18, 2023, 19:14 PM IST
Brij bhushan Singh gets relief, on interim bail for two days
Former WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh appeared in the Rouse Avenue Court, after which the court granted him interim bail for 2 days. The court said that those who are not involved in the hearing should go out so that the court can function smoothly.
Jul 18, 2023, 15:28 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat, Face Of Wrestlers Protest, Withdraws From Budapest Ranking Series 2023 Due To Food Poisoning; Sister Sangeeta Phogat Clinches Bronze
Sangeeta Phogat, who is also the wife of Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia, clinched bronze in women’s 59kg category. Bajrang congratulated her by tweeting a photo of Sangeeta posing with the medal.
Jul 16, 2023, 08:50 AM IST
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat Gets Notice From National Anti-Doping Agency Due To THIS Reason
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is set to make a comeback in competition at a Budapest event later this week ahead of wrestling trials on July 22 and 23.
Jul 13, 2023, 12:15 PM IST
Women Wrestlers' tweets against Brij Bhushan Singh
Wrestlers' protest underway regarding former WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. In this connection, the wrestlers tweeted against Brij Bhushan and wrote, 'Now there will be a fight in the court, not on the road'. This tweet has been done by Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik.
Jun 26, 2023, 12:54 PM IST
Wrestlers' Protest: Vinesh Phogat Speaks Out Against Politicians Spreading False Information
Vinesh Phogat on Friday accused BJP leader Yogeshwar Dutt of leaking the names of the women wrestlers to Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and the media after the committee meeting.
Jun 24, 2023, 18:38 PM IST
