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Top Sports Headlines: Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei passes away after boyfriend sets her on fire

Top Sports Headlines: Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei passed away in Kenya on Thursday, following an incident where her boyfriend lit her on fire.

Top Sports Headlines: Rahul Dravid returns to Rajasthan Royals


Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei has sadly died. Reports indicate that Rebecca was subjected to a brutal attack by her boyfriend. Following this, gasoline was poured on her and set on fire. Rebecca tragically sustained injuries and was also affected by the fire, resulting in her death. Rebecca’s family is taken aback by the incident. Her father is insisting on justice.

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Ravindra Jadeja joins BJP

Ravindra Jadeja had made the decision to step away from the shortest form of cricket following the T20 World Cup 2024. Jadeja has begun a new chapter in his life while he is still active in ODI and Test cricket. Ravindra Jadeja’s wife Rivaba Jadeja recently posted on social media X, revealing that her husband has ventured into politics and is now a part of the BJP party.

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Kapil Parmar won bronze

Indian judo athlete Kapil Parmar delivered a stellar performance, triumphing over Brazilian opponent Elieton de Oliveira with a score of 10-0 to secure the bronze medal in the men’s 60 kg J1 category. India has achieved victory in 25 medals at the Paris Paralympics up to this point. This consists of five gold medals, nine silver medals, and 11 bronze medals.

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Rahul Dravid returns to Rajasthan Royals

Rahul Dravid has re-joined Rajasthan Royals after a long absence. As per a report, Dravid has been appointed as the team’s head coach prior to IPL 2025. Dravid has inked an agreement with Rajasthan Royals. Dravid has been with this team for a long time. Rahul led Rajasthan as captain throughout his IPL career.

Total of 30 medals

India has the potential to win a sum of 5 medals during the ninth day of the Paris Paralympics. For today, all five medals are guaranteed as players do not have to qualify for the medal matches. The competitors will be on the field today for the final matches in order to earn all five medals. India will have a total of 30 medals if they win 5 medals today.

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