It summed up India’s woeful preparation, resulting in none of the 24 wrestlers crossing the quarterfinal stage of the world championships, which concluded in Paris last week. nil Kumble putting in his papers, the DDCA’s Cricket Affairs Committee did not consult any player before giving Bhaskar an extension. TRANSFERS THAT DIDN’T HAPPENDespite speculation and expectations of certain players making moves, and with many suitors in place, some deals never took place. We have given everything to the players now and there shouldn’t be an excuse that ‘we didn’t get this, we didn’t get that’. eep Narwal shines as Patna Pirates thrash Gujarat Fortunegiants to win third consecutive Pro Kabaddi titlePardeep Narwal’s heroics power Patna Pirates to third consecutive Pro Kabaddi titleBengal Warriors made a last minute comeback to beat Patna Pirates 41-38 in Kolkata. Nemanja MaticThe tall Serbian ended his second term at Chelsea with a move to Manchester United, and has had an instant impact. “They are pushing us and the expectation is very, very high,” Arrivabene said of the fans, affectionately known as “tifosi. “We try hard everywhere, but probably the emotions would be bigger here. We have to train for it with that intensity and seriousness,” the 2010 World Championship gold medallist told The Indian Express. We have a code of conduct in place and those who will not follow it, will struggle, says Madan Lal.