Rashid Latif, a former Pakistan cricketer, believes that Afghanistan's Rashid Khan is a greater cricketer than his own country's Wasim Akram, who is often considered one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time. Latif's assessment comes from the fact that Rashid has played a significant role in putting Afghanistan on the global cricket map, something that Wasim did not have to do for his country. However, Rashid has not had the same impact in Tests as he has had in T20 cricket, largely due to Afghanistan's weak representation in the longest format. As they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy, starting February 19, Rashid and his team will be hoping to create a bigger impact.
Pakistani cricket star Babar Azam reaches a major milestone in his career as he becomes the fifth player from his country to score 15000 runs in international cricket. Despite failing to lead his team to a victory in the series decider against South Africa, Babar achieved this feat in the ninth over of the match. With this, he joins the ranks of renowned Pakistani cricketers such as Inzamam-ul-Haq, Younis Khan, Mohammad Yousuf, and Javed Miandad.
WWE legend John Cena opens up about his final match, which will take place at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event on December 13. However, Cena's emotional moment is interrupted by rising star Dominik Mysterio, who challenges Cena to a match for the Intercontinental Championship. The tension between the two reaches a boiling point as they exchange words and eventually, Triple H makes their match official. It's a showdown between two generations of WWE superstars, with Cena looking to leave a lasting impact before his retirement while Dominik aims to prove himself as the future of the company.
After a heated confrontation on Raw, John Cena faced off against Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental title. The match was full of drama and high-flying action, with Mysterio resorting to Eddie Guerrero-like tactics to try and secure a win. However, Cena wouldn't be stopped as he became the Intercontinental Champion for the first time in his career. Backstage, he was congratulated by his peers, including long-time rival Rey Mysterio. With only three appearances left before his retirement, Cena's win cements his place as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.
The iconic JLN Stadium in New Delhi, built for the 1982 Asian Games, will be demolished to make way for a state-of-the-art Sports City. The project will also include residential facilities for athletes. While no timeline has been set for the project, the government is studying models from around the world to create a world-class sporting infrastructure. Meanwhile, the Sports Authority of India is taking steps to enhance the sports culture in the country by recruiting 320 coaches for various disciplines.
Despite Rishabh Pant's return to the lineup, Dhruv Jurel has forced his way into India's playing XI for the upcoming Test series against South Africa, solely as a batter. With a maiden Test century and twin tons for India A under his belt, Jurel has left no option for the team management but to include him. India may have to sacrifice an all-rounder to fit Jurel in the lineup, but they will still have ample bowling options with five players in their XI.
After the news of Sanju Samson's potential move to Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals have begun the search for their next captain, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel emerging as top contenders. The recent success of Jurel as captain during Samson's absence has enhanced his chances, as per reports from the team's new head coach Kumar Sangakkara. The franchise is also considering a change in home ground, amidst a turbulent relationship with the Rajasthan Cricket Association.
The Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are currently in the midst of active negotiations for a potential trade that would see Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson switch teams. While both players are valued at INR 18 crore, the inclusion of another player from CSK's side has become the sticking point for RR. Other franchises such as Sunrisers have also been approached by RR, but CSK remains firm in their stance to not include Dewald Brevis in the deal. CSK has also consulted Jadeja before initiating the trade talks.
Lando Norris delivered an exceptional performance at the 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix, with his dominant victory solidifying his position in the championship title race. Fans took to social media to shower Norris with admiration and praise for his flawless drive, with many believing the win has secured his title chances. Despite some being surprised by his victory, others were not shocked at all, recognizing Norris' unstoppable form and composure throughout the weekend.
In a stark reminder of what could have been, former Liverpool transfer target Jérémy Doku led Manchester City to a dominant win over the Premier League champions. Liverpool's right-back Conor Bradley, who had earned praises for his performance against Real Madrid, was no match for Doku's pace and skills, prompting Liverpool to deploy multiple players to contain him. Even with two defenders marking him, Doku still found ways to create problems for Liverpool's defense, showcasing his impressive form for Manchester City.
After a disappointing draw in their previous match, Barcelona bounced back with a 4-2 victory over Celta Vigo. Robert Lewandowski scored the first goal for Barcelona from a penalty, setting the tone for the match. Marcus Rashford had a chance to give Barcelona a bigger lead, but his missed opportunity allowed Celta to equalize.