UFC CEO Dana White has unveiled his plans for a revolutionary event that will take place at the White House next summer. In an interview with FOX News, White shared renderings of the event that includes a massive 15,000-pound octagon in front of the White House and the Washington Monument in the background. With space for over 90,000 attendees, the event promises to be a total takeover of Washington, D.C. and will include live music, fan events, and more.
After a solid career spanning over a decade, English fast bowler Chris Woakes has decided to call it quits on his international career. His final match against India at The Oval during the summer saw his valiant efforts to bat through a major shoulder injury, making him one of the bravest cricketers to ever walk the field. Despite his disappointing performance in the series, the whole cricketing world is paying tribute to Woakes's determination and courage throughout his career. Meanwhile, India's head coach Gautam Gambhir also shared his heartfelt farewell message on social media, showing the respect and admiration for the outgoing Woakes.
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton took to social media to announce the heartbreaking news of his dog Roscoe's passing. The Formula 1 legend shared emotional images of him with his pet, who had been battling pneumonia for four days before ultimately succumbing to it. Hamilton expressed his gratitude for getting to share his life with Roscoe, who had gained over a million followers on his own Instagram account. This loss comes just a year after Hamilton's other dog, Coco, passed away, making it an emotional time for the racing superstar.
In a not-so-subtle political move, the Indian Cricket Team refused to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council, after winning the Asia Cup 2025 against Pakistan. This led to tensions and a major row between the two nations. The Indian team maintained a ‘no handshake’ policy with Pakistan throughout the tournament, and their captain Suryakumar Yadav even stated that they will be donating their match fees to the Indian Army. Despite the politics, the Indian team celebrated their victory with photoshopped trophies and jibes at their Pakistani opponents.
Rajesh Narwal, the father of late Lieutenant Vinay Narwal who was a victim of the Pahalgam terror attack, has commended the Indian cricket team for refusing to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan's interior minister. This comes after India's victory against Pakistan in the finals, amidst heightened tensions following the Pahalgam attack. Narwal states that the move sent a strong message to Pakistan, but clarified that it was not against the game or its players. In a generous gesture, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav has pledged to donate his entire match fee to the Indian Army and expressed disappointment over not being able to accept the trophy.
The highly anticipated final between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 ended in a nail-biting encounter, with India emerging as the champions. However, the post-match presentation ceremony was marred by controversy as Team India refused to accept the trophy from PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. In a video circulating on social media, Naqvi can be seen leaving the ground with the trophy as the Indian team waited for a neutral executive to present it to them. This incident has sparked further controversy and backlash in the already tense India-Pakistan cricketing rivalry.
After a nail-biting Asia Cup 2025 final, where India clinched victory against Pakistan with just two balls to spare, the post-match proceedings took an unexpected turn. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, team India refused to accept the trophy from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, leading to delays and tension. Amidst the chaos, Indian players took to social media, playfully posing with a fake trophy, leaving fans in splits. The incident further highlights the intense rivalry between the neighbouring countries on the cricket field.
After leading the Indian cricket team to victory in the Asia Cup 2025, Suryakumar Yadav took to social media to announce his decision to donate his match fees to the Indian armed forces and the families of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. This comes after the team's controversial victory in the final and their refusal to receive the trophy from PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. Reflecting on the incident, Suryakumar Yadav expressed his disappointment in the post-match press conference.
Shoaib Malik, former Pakistan cricket captain, has spoken out against the Indian team's decision not to accept the Asia Cup trophy after their win against Pakistan. The Indian team's refusal was due to the trophy being presented by Mohsin Naqvi, who is both the ACC chief and PCB chairman. Malik believes this decision will come back to haunt the Indian team in the future. The reason for the Indian team's rejection was due to Naqvi's controversial social media posts during the tournament. India's captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed his disappointment in not being awarded the trophy during the post-match media briefing.
The rescheduled Ligue 1 game between Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille, just an hour before the Ballon d'Or ceremony, has raised speculation about Ousmane Dembele's attendance at the prestigious event. Recovering from a hamstring injury, Dembele is a top contender for the award after his phenomenal season with PSG. However, with the game being pushed to Monday evening due to extreme weather conditions, Dembele's chances of attending the ceremony are uncertain. Despite the absence of a monetary prize, winning the Ballon d'Or brings valuable recognition and potential bonuses and sponsorships for footballers.