CWG 2022, Highlights: IOA advises Indian contingent to limit public appearances during mega event

CWG 2022, Highlights: IOA advises Indian contingent to limit public appearances during mega event

• "The Indian Olympic Association has requested the players of the Indian contingent at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games to not spend much time in public places because of the threat of COVID-19, which can jeopardize the health and participation of the players," the IOA said in a statement.​

• India a contingent of 321 members which includes 215 athletes and 107 officials.

Lovlina's coach receives accreditation one day after controversy

• This news came after the Olympics medallist Lovlina alleged mental harassment and problems in her training ahead of the multi-nation event which is scheduled to start on the 28th of July.

• "Sandhya was brought to the boxing village today morning and given accreditation. She is with the team now," an Indian Olympics Association (IOA)official said.

  Neeraj Chopra ruled out

• Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has sustained a groin injury and he will have to pull out of the multi-nation event

• The 24-year-old Javelin thrower was set to be India's flag-bearer during Thursday's opening ceremony but now that Chopra is injured and not participating, India will have to station someone new to do the honors.

Harmanpreet Kaur on embracing new challenges and experiences

• Indian women's cricket team skipper Harmanpreet Kaur is looking forward to the new experiences and the challenges that the Commonwealth Games have in store for her and her team
• Kaur opened up on how excited she feels to walk out with the entire Indian contingent at the opening ceremony on July 28
• This is the first time that women's cricket is being included in the multi-nation sporting event