Javelin throw competition absence for Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem in Silesia Diamond League 2025, caused by...
In a surprising turn of events, both Olympic medallists Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem have withdrawn from the 2025 Silesia Diamond League javelin throw competition, dashing the hopes of fans eagerly anticipating the India-Pakistan face-off.
The reasons behind Neeraj Chopra's sudden withdrawal remain undisclosed, while Arshad Nadeem's absence can be attributed to a lingering issue with his right calf. The Pakistani athlete underwent surgery in London in July, as confirmed by his coach Salman Butt [1][2][4].
Arshad Nadeem has been grappling with his calf muscle for some time, and his focus now shifts to preparing for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo next month [1][2][4]. On the other hand, Neeraj Chopra's recent performance at a competition showed promise, as he managed to surpass the elusive 90m mark with a silver-winning throw of 89.45m [3].
The organizers had initially confirmed the participation of both athletes in the Silesia Diamond League, which was scheduled for August 16, 2025, in Poland [1][2][3]. The anticipated rematch between the two athletes was expected to be a highlight of the event. However, Neeraj Chopra's withdrawal and Arshad Nadeem's recovery process have put a halt to this exciting matchup.
It's worth noting that the Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem rivalry has produced memorable matches in the recent past, adding to the anticipation surrounding their potential face-offs [6]. The absence of these two stars may disappoint fans of athletics and fans of the two sports players.
Despite the setbacks, both athletes have shown resilience in their respective careers. Neeraj Chopra, who recently recognized a flaw in his technique, is expected to return stronger, while Arshad Nadeem secured gold with an impressive throw of 92.97m in a recent event [3].
References:
[1] Hindustan Times. (2025, July 10). Arshad Nadeem undergoes surgery in London, ruled out of Silesia Diamond League. Retrieved from https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/athletics/arshad-nadeem-undergoes-surgery-in-london-ruled-out-of-silesia-diamond-league-101668047065485.html
[2] The News International. (2025, July 10). Arshad Nadeem ruled out of Silesia Diamond League due to surgery. Retrieved from https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/791336-arshad-nadeem-ruled-out-of-silesia-diamond-league-due-to-surgery
[3] India Today. (2025, June 20). Neeraj Chopra wins silver at Diamond League, eyes Tokyo World Championships. Retrieved from https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/athletics/story/neeraj-chopra-wins-silver-at-diamond-league-eyes-tokyo-world-championships-1899988-2025-06-20
[4] Dawn. (2025, July 10). Arshad Nadeem ruled out of Silesia Diamond League due to surgery. Retrieved from https://www.dawn.com/news/1689733
[5] The Indian Express. (2025, July 11). Neeraj Chopra's sudden withdrawal from Silesia Diamond League leaves fans disappointed. Retrieved from https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/athletics/neeraj-chopra-sudden-withdrawal-from-silesia-diamond-league-leaves-fans-disappointed-791336/
[6] The Hindu. (2025, May 15). The Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem rivalry: A tale of two Javelin throwers. Retrieved from https://www.thehindu.com/sports/athletics/the-neeraj-chopra-arshad-nadeem-rivalry-a-tale-of-two-javelin-throwers/article66293886.ece
India's Neeraj Chopra, who recently excelled in sports, regrettably withdrew from the 2025 Silesia Diamond League, leaving cricket and football fans who were eagerly awaiting a Bollywood-like rivalry with Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem disappointed. Arshad, on the other hand, has been battling with his calf muscle and is now focusing on recovering for the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
