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United News of India
5 hours ago
- Sport
- United News of India
Second-half strikes gives Namdhari win on debut
Kolkata, July 30 (UNI) In an entertaining battle of debutants here on the lush green Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) turf , two late second-half strikes by Bhupinder and Brazilian Cledson Dasilva, gave I-League side Namdhari Sports Academy an opening win in match 10 of the on-going 134th IndianOil Durand Cup, over Bengaluru's South United FC (SUFC). The result means SUFC end their debut Durand campaign with a solitary point in Group A after completing all their three matches. Namdhari will gain confidence and move to bigger battles ahead in their pursuit of qualification for the knockouts. South United taking the field in their traditional orange for the first time did not quite change their fortunes too much but they deliver yet another spirited performance. Coach Kaja Bhadussa of SUFC even changed keeper Nishanth to give Sunil Singh a chance under the SUFC bar, as part of five changes made from their previous draw against the Indian Air Force. Although Sunil repaid the faith shown in full with a brilliant display, it was not going to be enough in the end. The I-League side under gaffer Harpreet Singh with two foreigners in their line-up in Cledson upfront and Ghanian Lamine Moro at the heart of defence, were certainly the more experienced and organised side at this level and that shone through in the end. Aatma Singh in the 10th minute had the first crack at goal from distance for Sunil to expertly tip it over the bar. It was going to be the first of many good saves that Sunil would make in the game. It was end to end football thereafter as the two sides deservedly went into the break with the deadlock yet to be broken. Harpreet made two changes at the break, bringing in Dharampreet in attack and Akashdeep in defence, suggesting he wanted to make things happen. Dharampreet's injection in particular made a difference as Namdhari's wave of attacks increased. Building up to the first goal, Lotjem was denied by Sunil in the 69th while Cledson missed a couple in quick succession, one of them again denied by Sunil. Bhupinder's tireless runs from the right flank then finally brought dividends as he drove inside the box to cut back for Dharampreet. Rowan attempted to clear the shot headed for goal but only as far as Bhupinder still lurking around. The winger made no mistake with a powerful drive into the near post past Sunil's out stretched arms. That gave Namdhari the confidence required and they upped the ante further. Six minutes later Amandeep played Bhupinder on the right and his cross was feebly cleared by Rowan yet again unfortunately, who otherwise had a good game. The loose ball fell to Cledson, who this time made no mistake to stab it in from close. The win means both Emami East Bengal FC and Namdhari now have three points with the former on top on goals scored. The Indian Air Force have one with two games to play, while SUFC have ended their campaign. Kolkata on Thursday (July 31, 2025) will see a big Group B encounter in the IndianOil Durand Cup, where local giants Mohun Bagan Super Giant, making their first appearance in this year's edition, and Mohammedan Sporting go head to head at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) at 7.00pm IST. UNI RKM
New Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Second-half strikes gives Namdhari Academy win on debut
In an entertaining battle of debutants, two late second-half strikes by Bhupinder and Brazilian Cledson Dasilva gave I-League side Namdhari Sports Academy an opening win in match 10 of the on-going 134th IndianOil Durand Cup. The club beat Bengaluru's South United FC (SUFC) at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) on Wednesday. The result means SUFC end their debut Durand campaign with a solitary point in Group A after completing all their three matches. Namdhari will gain confidence and move to bigger battles ahead in their pursuit of qualification for the knockouts. South United taking the field in their traditional orange for the first time did not quite change their fortunes too much but they deliver yet another spirited performance. Coach Kaja Bhadussa of SUFC even changed keeper Nishanth to give Sunil Singh a chance under the SUFC bar, as part of five changes made from their previous draw against the Indian Air Force. Although Sunil repaid the faith shown in full with a brilliant display, it was not going to be enough in the end. The I-League side under gaffer Harpreet Singh with two foreigners in their line-up in Cledson upfront and Ghanian Lamine Moro at the heart of defence, were certainly the more experienced and organised side at this level and that shone through in the end. Aatma Singh in the 10th minute had the first crack at goal from distance for Sunil to expertly tip it over the bar. It was going to be the first of many good saves that Sunil would make in the game. It was end to end football thereafter as the two sides deservedly went into the break with the deadlock yet to be broken.
News18
18 hours ago
- Sport
- News18
Durand Cup 2025: Namdhari End South United's Campaign With Comfortable Win
Namdhari Sports Academy beat South United FC 2-0 in the 134th edition of the Durand Cup with late goals by Bhupinder and Cledson Dasilva. In an entertaining battle of debutants here on the lush green Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) turf , two late second-half strikes by Bhupinder and Brazilian Cledson Dasilva, gave I-League side Namdhari Sports Academy an opening win in match 10 of the on-going 134th Durand Cup, over Bengaluru's South United FC (SUFC). The result means SUFC end their debut Durand campaign with a solitary point in Group A after completing all their three matches. Namdhari will gain confidence and move to bigger battles ahead in their pursuit of qualification for the knockouts. How Namdhari Beat South United? South United taking the field in their traditional orange for the first time did not quite change their fortunes too much but they deliver yet another spirited performance. Coach Kaja Bhadussa of SUFC even changed keeper Nishanth to give Sunil Singh a chance under the SUFC bar, as part of five changes made from their previous draw against the Indian Air Force. Although Sunil repaid the faith shown in full with a brilliant display, it was not going to be enough in the end. The I-League side under gaffer Harpreet Singh with two foreigners in their line-up in Cledson upfront and Ghanian Lamine Moro at the heart of defence, were certainly the more experienced and organised side at this level and that shone through in the end. Aatma Singh in the 10th minute had the first crack at goal from distance for Sunil to expertly tip it over the bar. It was going to be the first of many good saves that Sunil would make in the game. It was end to end football thereafter as the two sides deservedly went into the break with the deadlock yet to be broken. Harpreet made two changes at the break, bringing in Dharampreet in attack and Akashdeep in defence, suggesting he wanted to make things happen. Dharampreet's injection in particular made a difference as Namdhari's wave of attacks increased. Building up to the first goal, Lotjem was denied by Sunil in the 69th while Cledson missed a couple in quick succession, one of them again denied by Sunil. Bhupinder's tireless runs from the right flank then finally brought dividends as he drove inside the box to cut back for Dharampreet. Rowan attempted to clear the shot headed for goal but only as far as Bhupinder still lurking around. The winger made no mistake with a powerful drive into the near post past Sunil's out stretched arms. That gave Namdhari the confidence required and they upped the ante further. Six minutes later Amandeep played Bhupinder on the right and his cross was feebly cleared by Rowan yet again unfortunately, who otherwise had a good game. The loose ball fell to Cledson, who this time made no mistake to stab it in from close. The win means both East Bengal FC and Namdhari now have three points with the former on top on goals scored. The Indian Air Force have one with two games to play, while SUFC have ended their campaign. First Published: July 30, 2025, 22:43 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
18 hours ago
- Sport
- News18
Second-half strikes give Namdhari 2-0 win over South United FC on debut
Last Updated: Kolkata, Jul 30 (PTI) Namdhari FC scored two late goals in the second half to script a 2–0 win over South United FC in their debut outing at the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup here on Wednesday. Bhupinder and Brazilian forward Cledson DaSilva were on target for Namdhari. The result ended South United FC's maiden Durand Cup campaign with just one point from three matches. Aatma Singh, in the 10th minute, had the first crack at goal from distance for Sunil to expertly tip it over the bar. It was going to be the first of many good saves that Sunil would make in the game. It was end-to-end football thereafter as the two sides deservedly went into the break with the deadlock yet to be broken. Harpreet made two changes at the break, bringing in Dharampreet in the attack and Akashdeep in defence, suggesting he wanted to make things happen. Dharampreet's injection in particular made a difference as Namdhari's wave of attacks increased. Building up to the first goal, Lotjem was denied by Sunil in the 69th while Cledson missed a couple in quick succession, one of them again denied by Sunil. Bhupinder's tireless runs from the right flank then finally brought dividends as he drove inside the box to cut back for Dharampreet. Rowan attempted to clear the shot headed for goal but only as far as Bhupinder still lurking around. The winger made no mistake with a powerful drive into the near post past Sunil's outstretched arms. That gave Namdhari the confidence required and they upped the ante further. Six minutes later, Amandeep played Bhupinder on the right and his cross was feebly cleared by Rowan yet again. The loose ball fell to Cledson, who this time made no mistake to stab it in from close. The win means both Emami East Bengal FC and Namdhari now have three points with the former on top on goals scored. Indian Air Force have one with two games to play, while SUFC have ended their campaign. Kolkata will host a high-profile Group B clash on Thursday, as Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on Mohammedan Sporting at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. PTI ATK AM ATK AM AM view comments First Published: July 30, 2025, 22:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘I started with a one-room kitchen apartment': Inside Sunil Grover aka Gutthi's home that overlooks the Mumbai skyline
'Home is where you meet yourself.' Sunil Grover says this the moment he lets you in. The comic we all love as Gutthi isn't showing off a mansion, his is a well-made, lived-in home for his family of three: his wife Aarti, who was also the designer of the house, and his son. 'This is the living room. I eat here. I sit there.' Nothing fancy, just warm-toned sofas, a hand‑painted wall with a 'tree that never needs watering,' and wide windows that look out over the city. Sunil likes the spot because he 'feels like a king sometimes' as he sits there. His wife Aarti chose big glass panels so you can see the view while stirring the pot. 'I like cooking food a lot, but whatever I cook, people don't like eating,' he laughs. Moroccan‑style tiles and a west‑facing window keep the space bright and cool. Sunil started out in a tiny rented place. 'I started with a one-room kitchen apartment, and it was a rented apartment. I was equally happy when I was living in a rented apartment. Doesn't matter how many bedrooms or the carpet‑area that you have. You should be happy.' Bit by bit, he added rooms until he could finally own this house in Mumbai. Upstairs is a nook lined with shelves. One favourite: Yatha‑Sambhav by Sharad Joshi, 'a book full of satirical essays. You must read it.' Next door sits the cosy TV room, soundproofed in memory of his old voice‑over days. 'What I love the most about this house is the doors, the way Aarti's made it. The way the carving has been done,' he added. Aarti joins the tour: 'It has to be heart pleasing, eye pleasing… We go everywhere… but whenever we are back home, we feel, 'Wow, this is our home.'' She talks about the cross‑ventilation, the morning sun, and sofas 'non‑attention‑seeking' except for one bold geometric piece that pops against the neutral palette. Together, they've built a space not for show, but for joy. 'We made this house to please ourselves. We never kind of tried to impress anyone,' she said. Whether it's basking in the morning sunlight, flipping through scripts, or just sitting on the couch enjoying the view, Grover sums it up best: 'Happiness comes from just having a home, whatever size it may be.'
