Category: Sports - Page 2
Jun, 21 2025
Chelsea FC was sold in 2022 to Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital for £4.25 billion, ending Abramovich's long reign. While Clearlake owns the majority, Boehly remains a key figure. Record spending on players hasn't brought expected results, and internal tensions are rising, leaving fans divided over the club's leadership.
Sri Lanka Women showcased true grit and all-round skill as they defeated South Africa Women by 5 wickets in the Tri-Series. Key bowling performances limited South Africa to 235/9, and solid batting efforts saw Sri Lanka overtake the target comfortably with 21 balls to spare.
Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis is set to make his IPL debut with Gujarat Titans, taking over from Jos Buttler who is unavailable for the 2025 playoffs due to England commitments. Mendis leaves the PSL after safety concerns and hopes to boost GT's playoff chances, arriving soon after visa clearance.
In a jaw-dropping T20 World Cup 2024 clash, USA toppled Pakistan in a Super Over, chasing down 18 runs as Monank Patel and Saurabh Netravalkar starred. Pakistan's gamble with Muhammad Amir backfired, and a big overturn on a controversial catch sealed their fate. This upset signals the rise of USA cricket.
Finn Allen smashed 19 sixes in his debut Major League Cricket match, breaking Chris Gayle's T20 record and hitting the fastest MLC century. His 151 off 51 balls for San Francisco Unicorns electrified the crowd and redefined what's possible in T20 cricket.
Jun, 12 2025
Steve Smith's gritty 66 in the WTC final not only gave Australia crucial runs but also made him the highest run-scorer in WTC finals history and the overseas batter with the most runs at Lord's, overtaking legends like Don Bradman.
Magnus Carlsen grabbed his seventh Norway Chess crown after a tense final round showdown, holding off Gukesh D following a dramatic draw. Gukesh's title hopes crumbled after an endgame blunder, and Anna Muzychuk took home the women’s trophy in the concurrent event.
IPL 2025 has shaken up team leadership: MS Dhoni’s comeback for CSK, Ajinkya Rahane leading KKR, and Rishabh Pant switching to LSG. Teams like Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and RCB have introduced new captains while other sides opted for familiar faces.
If rain washes out the IPL 2025 final between Punjab Kings and RCB, Punjab Kings will be crowned champions due to higher league standings. With no reserve day in place, weather could play the ultimate decider for this year’s IPL.
May, 31 2025
Nicholas Pooran, West Indies cricketer, tied the knot with Alyssa Miguel in 2021 after a seven-year relationship. Childhood friends from Trinidad and Tobago, they got engaged in 2020, welcomed their daughter in 2023, and frequently share glimpses of their close family life online.
