The International Sepaktakraw Super Series 2013 kicks off in New Delhi today.In the Men's section, India is placed in Group-D alongside Singapore. Thailand, Japan, Korea, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, USA and Iran are the other teams participating in the Men's section.In the Women's section, India has been given a slot in Pool-A, alongside Indonesia, Korea and Vietnam, while the other Pool comprises of Japan, Thailand and Malaysia.Sepaktakraw is a popular sport in South East Asia, and in general terms is called, kick volleyball. The sport differs from volleyball, as players are not allowed to touch the ball with hands, but can only use their feet, knee, chest and head to kick the ball.All India Radio will put out 3 to 4 minutes updates on the FM Rainbow channel. Today's and Sunday's updates will be available from 9.50 am, while tomorrow's and Saturday's updates will be available from 10.50 am and 10.20 am respectively.Live commentary on the final matches will also be broadcast on the FM Rainbow channel on Sunday. The commentary on the Women's competition can be heard from 2.55 pm, while for the Men's comeptition, it will be available from 4.55 pm.A daily report will also be available on AIR's Khel Sewa on 294.9 metres from 6.30 pm.
News On AIR | August 29, 2013 9:21 AM
Sepak Takraw Super Series kicks off in Delhi today; India fielding Men & Women's teams