‘My parents never let me quit’: Kamaljeet gears up for maiden Asian G…

New Delhi [India], August 8 (ANI): An injury on the athletics track ended one dream, but his passion for sport led him straight to the shooting range. Rewari’s Kamaljeet turned to pistol shooting in 2019 and has since established himself as one of India’s leading shooters.

The 22-year-old is set to represent India at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with shooting events scheduled from September 17 to October 3 at the Aichi Prefectural General Shooting Gallery, according to a press release from NRAI. hilogame.news

Reflecting on his early struggles and the sacrifices made by his family, Kamaljeet said, “We are a middle-class family, but my parents never let me quit shooting. I had to manage my own expenses for course fees and matches early on, and there were times I thought I wouldn’t continue in the event. It took me two to three years to earn that money back, but my family never asked questions; they gave me whatever I needed to keep going."

Transitioning from track and field to shooting required a strong support network back home in Haryana, led by a tight-knit coaching relationship.

“I have only one shooting coach who taught me everything from scratch. He is from my village, so our relationship feels like family. Between my coach and my uncle at home, I’ve had the strongest foundation throughout this journey," he said.

With consistent performances on the domestic circuit, financial strain gave way to institutional backing through the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). Kamaljeet highlighted how NRAI’s transparent selection process and technical support provided the platform he needed to break into the national squad.

“Earlier, I used to struggle a lot just to manage basic expenses, but having sponsorship and support from SAI took a huge weight off my shoulders. Once I could focus purely on my sport, the pathway became very clear because of how transparent NRAI’s selection process is."

“My place in the national squad came strictly on merit, based on the ranking points I accumulated across the ranking events. When you know the system is entirely performance-driven and every point you earn counts, it gives you complete confidence to just step onto the lane and shoot your best without any second thoughts."

“On top of that, NRAI provides us with top-quality equipment and ammunition, the exact same standard we use in international competitions. That takes away any worry about our gear on the global stage so we can stay fully focused on performance."

Building on his gold medal in the 50m Pistol Men Junior event at the 2023 ISSF Junior World Championships and a recent silver at the Asian Championships in New Delhi, Kamaljeet views his recent World Cup exposure as a vital stepping stone for the Asian Games.

“The World Cup was a valuable learning experience. While my performance wasn’t exactly what I wanted, it motivated me to refine my preparation. This will be my first Asian Games, and having gained international match exposure, I feel much more confident entering the range in Japan."

Looking back on his transition from an injured athlete to an Asian Games-bound shooter, Kamaljeet added, “Earlier, I used to shoot good scores only in practice, but now I have the belief that I can deliver the same performance under match pressure. One lesson has stayed with me through every phase: if it doesn’t happen the way you wanted, it will happen in a better way than you imagined."

At the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, Kamaljeet will represent India in the Men’s 10M Air Pistol event, competing in his marquee individual discipline on the continental stage. (ANI)

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The grand launch of the non-fiction show Bigg Boss Bangla unfolded in style at Taj Bengal, Kolkata. Revsportz was present on the occasion and could very well feel the excitement and anticipation surrounding a show that promises to blend high-voltage drama with twists and turns.

More so, because this edition carries added intrigue with Sourav Ganguly taking over as the host. The evening was witness to a conversation between the press and the ‘Prince of Calcutta’, with several sporting analogies being drawn to describe the new show and its proceedings.

In the media interaction, Ganguly spoke candidly about the chaos that defines the Bigg Boss House, drawing parallels with the unpredictability of a cricket dressing room.

He emphasised how handling strong personalities, navigating conflicts, and handling a group through crisis moments are all part of leadership—something he is accustomed to right from his cricket leadership days.

In an interesting exchange, Revsportz posed a compelling question: “who is or who should truly be the ‘Bigg Boss’ of a dressing room, the captain or the coach?” Ganguly’s response was clear and insightful. “In cricket, it’s the captain. Always. In football, it’s the coach. Different games have different skill sets and requirements. So in cricket, it’s the captain”, he mentioned without any hesitation.

From ruling the 22 yards as one of India’s most iconic captains to commanding the screen as a host, Ganguly has transitioned into this role quite seamlessly. Having previously hosted television shows, he brings both experience and authority to the format.

Much like a captain assessing conditions, managing egos, and making decisive calls under pressure for the benefit of the larger group, Ganguly is set to bring his trademark leadership into the house of Bigg Boss; calm amid chaos, yet firm when it is needed.

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Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that the national team will have to make difficult decisions over the participation of their Test players in next year’s IPL as the team prepares for an exceptionally demanding international schedule. Notably, Australia’s calendar from Thursday includes 20 Tests and 14 white-ball matches across 12 months, with a five-Test tour of India followed by a one-off 150th anniversary Test against England and a five-Test Ashes series in England.

Golaghat (Assam) [India], August 7 (ANI): Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain met the Assam flood-affected victims in Golaghat on Friday and expressed concern over the prevailing situation, describing the destruction as severe.

Notably, large parts of Assam’s Golaghat district remained inundated on Friday morning after the water levels of the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers continued to rise, forcing several families to leave their homes and take shelter in relief camps.

Borgohain, while speaking to ANI, said many people have lost their homes and are struggling without shelter, despite receiving food and clothing. She urged authorities to prioritise providing housing to help affected families recover.

“The conditions here are absolutely dire; we could see the devastation all along the way. Homes have been completely destroyed, there is nothing left, and the people are in a terrible state. Right now, they don’t even have a roof over their heads; they are forced to spend the night wherever they can find a spot. One wonders how or when things will get back to normal. It will take a long time for things to recover," she said.

“We just pray that the situation improves quickly and that these people find the strength to overcome this crisis. Shelter is the urgent need here. They are receiving plenty of food and clothing, but they have no homes to store these things in; that is the real problem. If the government could ensure they get housing as soon as possible, it would be a huge relief," she added.

At the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Borgohain secured her maiden CWG medal, settling for silver in the women’s 75kg boxing event, losing a closely fought final to Australia’s Emma-Sue Greentree.

At the final bell, both boxers raised their hands in confidence, believing they had done enough to claim the title. However, after a tense wait, the judges awarded the contest to Greentree by a 4-1 split decision, leaving Lovlina to add a Commonwealth Games silver medal to her distinguished international career, which so far includes an Olympic bronze, multiple World Championship medals including a gold, an Asian Games silver and multiple Asian Championships medals, including a gold. (ANI)

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