New Delhi
Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat (69kg) lost in the semifinals but remained in the hunt for an Olympics quota in the qualifying tournament for professional boxers in Vargas, Venezuela today. The 24-year-old went down 0-3 to second-seeded German Arajik Marutjan. He will now face Spaniard Sissokho Ndiaye Youba in a box-off to determine the third qualifier in the category.
Patna
Pro Kabaddi: Patna Pirates beat Bengaluru Bulls 31-25
Patna Pirates began their home leg in style as they beat Bengaluru Bulls 31-25 in the fourth season of Pro Kabaddi League here today. Pardeep Narwal scored eight raid points while Kuldeep Singh was a rock at the back for Patna Pirates as they remained unbeaten in the fourth season.
London
Fury to meet Klitschko in October rematch
World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury’s much-anticipated rematch with Ukrainian Wladimir Klitschko will be held in Manchester on October 29. — Agencies