Kolkata, Aug. 7 -- An archery target and a cricket pitch may seem worlds apart, but for Indian compound archer Sahil Jadhav, the lessons of a former Australian all-rounder have become part of his preparation for the biggest competition of his career.

For Sahil Jadhav, it was a book by star cricketer Shane Watson that provided the spark of inspiration as he gears up to take on the continental elite at the Asian Games 2026, according to a press release.

"I started reading a book called 'The Winner's Mindset' by Shane Watson around a month ago. My initial intent was to reduce the time I spent scrolling my phone. However, I have received valuable knowledge on how to deal with pressure and keep myself focused during competitions," Jadhav sai...