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Rafael Nadal Bids Emotional Farewell to Tennis

20Nov

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Sports

Rafael Nadal Bids Emotional Farewell to Tennis

Rafael Nadal, a Spanish tennis legend, has retired from professional tennis after a remarkable career spanning over 20 years. The announcement came after Spain's loss to Canada in the Davis Cup final in Malaga. He won 22 Grand Slam singles titles, including 14 at the French Open. Moreover, he also holds the record for most weeks as world No.1. Rafael Nadal and his legendary tennis journey ended in an emotional farewell after Spain’s Davis Cup quarterfinal loss to the Netherlands on November 20, 2024. The 38-year-old is known as one of the greatest players in the sport’s history. He concluded his career in a packed arena in Malaga amidst tears, tributes, and heartfelt words. The night was bittersweet for Nadal, as he lost his singles match 6-4, 6-4 to Botic van de Zandschulp, breaki...

King Salman Stadium to Become the Venue for 2034 World Cup

19Nov

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Global, Sports

King Salman Stadium to Become the Venue for 2034 World Cup

King Salman Stadium is set to be the largest stadium in Saudi Arabia, with a seating capacity of over 92,000. Moreover, it is part of Saudi Arabia’s larger plan to build 11 new stadiums and refurbish existing ones for the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia has revealed plans for the King Salman Stadium in Riyadh. It is one of the largest in the country and one of the main venues for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Designed by the architectural firm Populous, this state-of-the-art stadium will have a seating capacity of over 92,000. It will serve as the primary home for the Saudi national football team. They will complete the stadium by late 2029. Moreover, it is a key project in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative. It aims to boost the nation’s global profile in sports and culture. The stadium...

Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli in T20I Run-Scoring Record

18Nov

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Pakistan, Sports

Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli in T20I Run-Scoring Record

Babar Azam has indeed made history by surpassing Virat Kohli to become the second-highest run-scorer in T20I cricket. This T20I Run-Scoring Record further cemented Babar Azam's status as a modern-day batting great and a consistent performer in the shortest format of the game. In a significant achievement, Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has overtaken India’s Virat Kohli to become the second-highest run-scorer in men’s T20 Internationals. Babar reached this T20I run-scoring record during the third and final T20I against Australia at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on November 18, 2024. The 29-year-old scored 41 runs in the match, pushing his total T20I tally to 4,192 runs, surpassing Kohli’s 4,188. India’s former captain Rohit Sharma still holds the top spot with 4,231 runs. Babar is ...

Jake Paul Defeats Mike Tyson in Historic Boxing Showdown

16Nov

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Showbiz, Sports

Jake Paul Defeats Mike Tyson in Historic Boxing Showdown

Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson unanimously in an exhibition match, broadcasted on Netflix. The Former heavyweight champion Tyson was widely expected to win the fight. However, Paul was able to outbox him over the eight-round bout. It was the first time that Tyson had fought professionally since 2005. Social media sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul secured a remarkable victory over former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson on Friday night, November 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. The fight streamed live on Netflix, attracting 72,300 fans at the AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. Paul, 27, dominated much of the fight against the 58-year-old Tyson, earning a unanimous decision with scores of 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73. This win improved Paul’s professional boxing record to 11-1, inclu...

ICC Seeks Explanation from BCCI Over CT-25 Decision

15Nov

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Pakistan, Sports

ICC Seeks Explanation from BCCI Over CT-25 Decision

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially requested the BCCI to provide a written explanation for their decision not to participate in the Champions Trophy 2025. This development occurred after the BCCI had verbally informed the ICC of its intention not to send a team to Pakistan. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formally requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to provide a written explanation for its refusal to play in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan. Sources report that the BCCI initially communicated its decision verbally. This prompted the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to demand a formal response through the ICC. As per ICC regulations, a participating team must present valid reasons for withdrawing from a tournament. If India ...