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Grand Master Ziaur Rahman of Bangladesh earned his 2nd consecutive victory in the 32nd Open International Chess Category A Tournament of Kavala' 2023 beating Kosmidis Loannis of the hosts Greece in the 3rd round match held in the Greece city of Kavala on Saturday. Bangladeshi Fide Master and son of GM Ziaur Rahman Tahsin Tajwar Zia drew with Poupalos Nikoloas of Greece in the other 3rd round match on Saturday. After the 3rd round matches, Zia earned two points while Tahsin Tajwar Zia bagged 1.5 points.

A nine-member Bangladesh Archery team left the capital for Germany Sunday (July 30) morning by a Qatar Airways flight to participate in the World Archery Championship' 2023 to be held in Berlin from July 31 to August 6. Bangladesh National Archery team comprises one manager, one head coach, one coach and six archers (four men's and two women's) and it will compete in seven events. Participating events of Bangladesh are : recurve men's team, recurve men's singles, recurve women's singles, recurve mixed doubles, compound men' s singles, compound women's singles and compound mixed doubles. Members of Bangladesh team are: Archers - Mohammad Hakim Ahmed Rubel, Ram Krishna Saha, Sagor Islam, Mohammad Ashiquzzaman, Diya Siddiqui and Bonnya Akter. Officials: M Kamrul Islam (team manager), Martin Frederick (head coach) and Mohammad Hasan (coach).

In a one-sided affair that lasted just two and a half minutes, Bangladeshi boxer Mohammad Alamin “The Bull” showcased his prowess in the Super Welterweight division against Thai boxer Tapanut Loetsingtaworn in the ‘Evolution Fight Series’ held on July 29 at the World Siam Stadium in Thailand’s Bangkok. Alamin emerged victorious by Technical Knockout against his Thai counterpart, bringing pride to Bangladesh with his remarkable performance in the ring by completing the 4-round bout within the first round, according to a press release from Xcel Sports Management & Promotions. Mohammad Alamin now has an impressive overall record of 4 wins against his 1 loss in the professional boxing circuit. Boxing great Marvelous Marvin Hagler dies at 66 Adnan Haroon, Chairman of Bangladesh Boxing Foundation, was present at the arena as he celebrated Alamin’s triumph and believed that Bangladesh’s prospect in boxing looks bright for the future. “We are delighted by Alamin’s dominating victory tonight. He has shown us that with the right mindset and relentless effort, boxing in Bangladesh can go to the next level,” he mentioned. Representing a diverse range of nations, the ‘Evolution Fight Series’ showcased the unity of the global boxing community. As the audience enjoyed multiple enthralling bouts throughout the night, boxers from Italy, South Korea, Iran, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Algeria demonstrated their unique fighting styles to captivate the audience in various weight categories. Long time between Boxing Day tests for Kiwis vs Australia The ‘Evolution Fight Series’ was supported by the WBC Asian Boxing Council and DND Promotion. Unfortunately, the renowned Bangladeshi boxing sensation, Sura Krishna Chakma, couldn't make it overseas due to his recent battle with dengue fever. Nonetheless, his fans and well-wishers eagerly await his return to the ring, knowing he will bounce back stronger than ever. Tyson Fury says 'saving lives' is better than boxing  

Mazharul Islam emerged champions in swimming competition of the Walton-BSJA Sports Carnival held at the Ivi Rahman Swimming Pool at Bangabandhu National Stadium premises on Thursday. Joytirmoy Mondal finished runner-up and Nur Uddin became 3rd in the event. Read: BSJA Badminton: Mazharul  Islam earns double crown In the Chess Competition, Mehedi Hasan Ramin clinched the the title beating Arafat Jubair in a keenly contested final on Thursday. The carom competition of the meet will be held on Friday at the BSJA office here. Read: Paleochora Intl Chess Tournament: Ziaur Rahman ,Fide Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia earn 3.5 points each

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has yet to decide on granting a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to Taskin Ahmed to participate in the Lankan Premier League (LPL) due to concerns about the pacer's heavy workload. Taskin Ahmed, a right-handed pacer, has been a key bowler for the Bangladesh team in recent years. However, his career has been marred by injuries on several occasions, significantly impacting his performance. But over the last couple of years, he has been playing largely without any big issues with injuries. Nizamuddin Chowdhury, the CEO of BCB, addressed the media, stating, "Considering the workload of the players, we have yet to make a decision on issuing an NOC for Taskin." Read: No county cricket for Taskin for now despite having a call He added, "The final call will be made based on the board's policy." The LPL is scheduled to take place later this month, and Taskin has received an invitation to play for a team in the tournament. While Taskin's NOC for the LPL is pending, Towhid Hridoy is set to receive an NOC soon to participate in the league. This will mark the first foreign league appearance for the talented right-handed batter, who has showcased his batting prowess in the national team. Currently, Taskin is busy playing in the Zim Afro T10 in Zimbabwe, where teams from both Zimbabwe and South Africa are competing. Read more: Taskin ruled out, Tamim uncertain as Tigers set to take on Ireland in one-off Test Alongside Taskin, Mushfiqur Rahim is also playing in the Zim Afro T10 league.

Rafiqul Islam Tipu, renowned sports organiser, former general secretary of Bangladesh Table Tennis Federation (BTTF) and executive member of Bangladesh Archery Federation (BAF), died at a hospital in the capital on Tuesday. He was 65. Tipu died at 3 pm on Tuesday at the Asghar Ali Hospital in the capital due to brain hemorrhage. He was admitted to the hospital on Monday noon in critical condition and breathed his last the following day. Read: Sports journalist Masud Ahmed Rumi's death anniversary to be observed Friday He left behind mother, wife, one daughter, three brothers, one sister and large number admirers to mourn his death. His first namaj-e-janaja was held at the Sheikh Russel Rollar -Skating Complex at the Outer Stadium in the city. Later, he was buried at the Azimpur graveyard after his 2nd namaj-e-janaja at the Swamibagh mosque after Esha prayers. Read: Sr Sports Journalist Hannan Khan dies He served BTTF as general secretary for two terms from 2000 and involved in almost all the local and international sports activities in the country. Bangladesh Olympic Association (BOA), Bangladesh Handball Federation, Bangladesh Archery Federation and Bangladesh Sports Journalists Association condoled the death of Tipu. Read more: Sports Journalist Mustaque dies during play

Mazharul  Islam earned double crown in badminton of the Walton-BSJA Sports Carnival ‘2023 by winning both the singles and doubles  titles at the Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmed Indoor Stadium here on Wednesday (July 26). Mazharul clinched the singles title beating Sadman  Ullah by 9-11, 11-3, 11-5 points in the final. Mohammad Imran finished 3rd in the event. Read: 37th National Badminton Championship begins  He shared the doubles title with Mohammad Imran defeating Sadman Ullah and Rashed  Banna partner by 11-1, 11-10 points in the final.  Read: Scholastica, Rajuk, Shaheed Smrity win HSBC-Mayor's Cup School Badminton titles   Nuruddin and  Jothirmoy Mondal pair became 3rd in the event. The swimming competition of the carnival will held on Thursday (July 27) at the Ivi Rahman Swimming pool at BNS premises while chess competition will also be held on the day at the BSJA office.  Read more: Yonex-Sunrise Int'l Badminton Challenge begins Wednesday

Bangladeshi Grand Master Ziaur Rahman sharing the 2nd slot in the 16th Paleochora International Chess Tournament A with nine other players securing  4.5 points after the 6th round matches held in Paleochora, Greece on Sunday. Bangladeshi Fide Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia earned 4 points after the 6th round games. In the 6th round matches, GM Ziaur Rahman won against FM Drakoulakos Grigorios of Greece while FM Tahsin Tajwar Zia drew with Deligiannis Paraskevas of Greece.  

Bangladeshi Grand Master Ziaur Rahman and Fide Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia earned 3.5 points each after the 5th round matches of the 16th Paleochora International Chess Tournament held in Paleochora, Greece on Saturday. In the 5th round matches,  GM Ziaur Rahman drew with Kormas Georgios of Greece while his son and FM Tahsin Tajwar Zia won against FM Papadopoulos Argirios of Greece.  

A red sweater adorned with a flock of sheep worn by the young Princess Diana is expected to sell for more than $50,000 at auction. The playfully patterned wool jumper featuring a single black sheep amid a pattern of white ones headlines Sotheby’s online Fashion Icons sale in September. The 19-year-old Lady Diana Spencer was photographed in the garment at a polo match in June 1981, soon after her engagement to Prince Charles, who was then heir to the British throne. READ: 9 Bangladeshi youths get conferred with prestigious Diana Award 2023 Diana was already becoming a style icon —- and one of the world’s most photographed women — and the moment gave a big boost to designers Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne, who made the sweater for their small knitwear label Warm & Wonderful. A few weeks later, Muir and Osborne received an official letter from Buckingham Palace explaining that Diana had damaged the sweater and asking whether it could be repaired or replaced. The original was returned, showing damage to a sleeve the designers thought might have been caused by snagging on Diana's diamond and sapphire engagement ring. READ: Diana's last moments: French doctor recalls 'tragic night' A new sweater was knitted and dispatched, and Diana was photographed wearing it with white jeans and a black ribbon tie at an event in 1983. Some have speculated Diana liked the “black sheep” pattern because she felt like an outsider in the royal family. Emma Corrin sported a replica as the young Diana in season four of “The Crown.” Warm & Wonderful still makes a cotton version of the design, which sells for 190 pounds ($250). Osborne discovered the original lying forgotten in a box in an attic earlier this year. Cynthia Houlton, Sotheby’s global head of fashion and accessories, said “this exceptional garment, meticulously preserved, carries the whispers of Princess Diana’s grace, charm, and her keen eye for fashion.” READ: Diana's car auctioned as 25th anniversary of her death nears The sweater, which has an estimated price of $50,000 to $80,000, will be on display at Sotheby’s New York showroom from Sept. 7-13. Online bidding opens Aug. 31 and runs to Sept. 14. The record for a piece of Diana memorabilia is $604,800 for a Victor Edelstein-designed ballgown sold by Sotheby’s in January.