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Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia selected for Asian Games 2023 without trials? Wrestlers allege 'protest' controversy

DNA Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Many Indian wrestlers have alleged that Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have been selected for Asian Games 2023 without any trials, despite not practicing and sitting for protests for several months.
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