Top Sports News Highlights on 14 May 2024: BCCI Invites Applications for Indian Cricket Team Head Coach, Arsenal’s Title Hopes, Wrestling and Chess Updates, and More

The latest national and international sports news today brings a mix of exciting updates from the world of cricket, football, wrestling, chess, and track & field.

Starting with cricket, the Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the position of the Indian senior men’s team head coach. The new head coach will be tasked with handling marquee athletes and developing a world-class Indian cricket team. Current head coach Rahul Dravid can re-apply for the role, with the application deadline set for May 27.

In football news, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is optimistic about his team’s chances of winning the Premier League championship. However, the title is dependent on other results, with Manchester City needing to drop points for Arsenal to secure the trophy.

In wrestling, Nisha Dahiya credited Sakshi Malik for helping her through tough times and ultimately securing an Olympic berth for India. Meanwhile, in chess, Shyam Nikhil became India’s 85th grandmaster after a long journey to achieve the elite status.

Elon Musk’s controversial comments about the future of chess and Magnus Carlsen’s recent performance at the Grand Chess Tour Superbet Rapid and Blitz are also making headlines in the chess world.

Lastly, Haryana teenager Parvej Khan continues to make waves in track & field, adding a bronze medal to his collection at the SEC Outdoor Track & Field Championships.

For more updates on yesterday’s bulletin, you can listen to the full transcript here.