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Ronaldo scripts history at UEFA Euro 2024: How many records does CR7 hold?

With Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the first player to feature at 6 UEFA Euro tournaments, let's check out some major records of the Portugal captain.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo kisses the ball during the match(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 06:14 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Neeraj Chopra warms up for Paris Olympics with gold at Paavo Nurmi Games

Neeraj Chopra warmed up for the Paris Olympics with a gold at Paavo Nurmi Games.

India's Neeraj Chopra in action(REUTERS)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 18, 2024 10:52 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Pakistan cricket fraternity reacts after Rauf's altercation video goes viral

Pakistan cricket fraternity has reacted after Haris Rauf courted fresh controversy amid the T20 World Cup.

Cricket

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 07:12 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

MS Dhoni fans go berserk after Ronaldo's UEFA Euro post gets ‘Thala’ twist

What do Cristiano Ronaldo and MS Dhoni have in common? FIFA World Cup gave their UEFA Euro post the 'Thala' twist.

FIFA World Cup gave their UEFA Euro post starring Ronaldo a 'Thala' twist(AP-AFP)

Cricket

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 07:06 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Ronaldo's record-breaking 6th UEFA Euro: What Portugal can expect from CR7

With Cristiano Ronaldo at the wheel, former champions Portugal can emerge as title contenders at the UEFA Euro 2024.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their third goal(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 14, 2024 02:19 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

HT Poll result: Virat Kohli to make way for heavily-tipped Yashasvi Jaiswal

With Virat Kohli hitting a rough patch, should India recall Yashasvi Jaiswal in the XI at the T20 World Cup? HT’s poll verdict is out.

Jaiswal warmed the bench as Kohli was roped in as Rohit's opening partner in the first three games of the T20 World Cup (Reuters-ANI)

Cricket

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 03:10 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid on free transfer; France captain pens 5-yr deal

Yes, Kylian Mbappe is finally a Real Madrid player. The France captain and former PSG superstar has penned a five-year deal with Los Blancos.

France's Kylian Mbappe, centre, celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the Euro 2024 group B qualifying game(AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 04, 2024 04:55 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Gautam Gambhir breaks silence on replacing Rahul Dravid as India's head coach

Gautam Gambhir was recently asked to replace Rahul Dravid as India’s next head coach. Here’s how Gambhir responded.

Cricket

Updated on Jun 03, 2024 06:18 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Vinicius breaks Messi's Champions League final record; Bellingham joins Ronaldo

Vinicius shattered Lionel Messi's Champions League final record as Real Madrid won the Champions League. Jude Bellingham has joined Cristiano Ronaldo.

Vinicius and Jude Bellingham scripted history in the Champions League final(AFP-Reuters)

Football

Published on Jun 02, 2024 04:52 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Abhishek Sharma to Jake Fraser-McGurk: A look at breakout stars of IPL 2024

From Abhishek Sharma to Jake Fraser-McGurk, let's talk about the breakout stars of the IPL 2024.

SRH opener Abhishek Sharma smashed 484 runs while DC's Jake Fraser-McGurk batted at a strike rate of over 234 in the IPL 2024(AFP-PTI)

Cricket

Published on May 28, 2024 07:19 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Kavya Maran wipes her tears, enters SRH dressing room after losing IPL final

Kavya Maran visited the dressing room of the Sunrisers Hyderabad for a pep talk with Pat Cummins and Co. after the IPL 2024 final.

Kavya Maran visited the dressing room of the Sunrisers Hyderabad after the IPL 2024 final(PTI-SRH)

Cricket

Updated on May 27, 2024 08:02 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

AB de Villiers' stunning reply to India head coach job: ‘I’ll enjoy coaching…'

Rahul Dravid will step down from the top post as Rohit Sharma's Team India will have a new head coach after the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.

Former South African captain AB de Villiers

Cricket

Updated on May 24, 2024 12:38 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

KL Rahul drops first reaction after BCCI omits LSG skipper from World Cup squad

KL Rahul failed to find a place in Team India’s squad for the T20 World Cup. On the same day, Rahul's LSG hosted MI in the IPL 2024.

Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul during a practice session (PTI)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 30, 2024 09:38 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

3 talking points | Jude's Clasico winner puts Madrid in LaLiga driving seat

Jude Bellingham scored the dramatic winner as Real Madrid came from behind twice to outclass FC Barcelona in the El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Bellingham scored the dramatic winner against Xavi's Barca in the Clasico(AP)

Football

Updated on Apr 22, 2024 03:30 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Dinesh Karthik receives stern counter reply from Moody over dream WC call-up

Dinesh Karthik received a stern counter-reply from Tom Moody after the RCB star asserted that he is 100% ready for the T20 World Cup.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Dinesh Karthik greets spectators as he walks back to the pavilion(AFP)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 21, 2024 10:42 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

‘Virat said it’s not an option, just sign the contract': KL Rahul on joining RCB

KL Rahul recalled Virat Kohli’s reaction after the India batter signed for RCB. Rahul will lead LSG in their home game against CSK in the IPL 2024 on Friday.

Playing for RCB was a dream for KL Rahul back then (AFP-BCCI)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 19, 2024 10:49 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Mbappe auditions for Madrid as PSG dump Barca out of Champions League | 3 points

Kylian Mbappe scored a brace in PSG's 4-1 win over Barcelona in the Champions League. The Madrid-bound star is the first player to score 40 goals this season.

Mbappe netted a stunning brace in the second half to seal PSG's 4-1 comeback win over Barcelona(AFP-Reuters)

Football

Updated on Apr 17, 2024 03:30 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Time for Hardik Pandya to put blinkers on and shut out noise: Shane Watson

Can Hardik Pandya shut out the noise? Shane Watson feels it's time for the MI skipper to put his headphones on.

Watson feels it's time for Hardik to put his headphones on.(PTI-IPL)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 07, 2024 11:47 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Watch: Langer teases Akhtar after Mayank breaks speed records in IPL 2024

LSG's Justin Langer shared a special message for Shoaib Akhtar after Mayank Yadav became the fastest bowler in IPL 2024.

Justin Langer shared a special message for Shoaib Akhtar after Mayank Yadav shattered speed records at IPL 2024(AFP-Getty Images-PTI)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 05, 2024 11:18 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Sunil Gavaskar dissects 'vulnerable' Rohit's golden duck dismissal in RR vs MI

Sunil Gavaskar dissected Rohit Sharma's golden duck dismissal against RR. Gavaskar also said that MI are missing their 'gamechanger'.

Gavaskar dissected Rohit's wicket during the IPL 2024 match between MI and RR(ANI)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 02, 2024 05:21 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Manjrekar tells Wankhede to ‘behave’ after Hardik receives hostile reception

Sanjay Manjrekar called out the Wankhede crowd on-air after Mumbai Indians fans booed Hardik Pandya. MI hosted RR in their first home game of IPL 2024.

Sanjay Manjrekar warned the Wankhede crowd after Hardik Pandya was booed at home(IPL)

Cricket

Updated on Apr 02, 2024 12:38 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Gavaskar asks burning question to Hardik about Tilak's refusal in GT vs MI tie

Sunil Gavaskar asked Hardik Pandya about Tilak Varma’s move which became a major talking point during MI’s clash with GT at IPL 2024.

Gavaskar asked Hardik the burning question after the match(PTI-JioCinema)

Cricket

Published on Mar 25, 2024 06:28 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid transfer: PSG star enters into agreement - 5 points

A Ronaldo-like unveiling, an iconic jersey number and Al-Khelaifi's blessings - all you need to know about Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid transfer deal.

Real Madrid-bound Mbappe is entering the final months of his lucrative seven-year stint with PSG(AFP)

Football

Updated on Feb 20, 2024 03:35 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

R Ashwin's withdrawal means India down to 10 men: What ICC rules say about subs

Ravichandran Ashwin withdrew from the 3rd Test against England on Friday due to a family medical emergency, leaving India a bowler short in Rajkot.

Ravichandran Ashwin celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's Zak Crawley (REUTERS)

Cricket

Updated on Feb 17, 2024 09:15 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur

R Ashwin withdraws from India squad immediately due to family medical emergency

Ravichandran Ashwin has pulled out of the Rajkot Test and Indian squad immediately due to a medical emergency in the family.

India's Ravichandran Ashwin walks back to the pavilion at the end of the second day (AP)

Cricket

Updated on Feb 17, 2024 06:10 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur

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With Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the first player to feature at 6 UEFA Euro tournaments, let's check out some major records of the Portugal captain.

Neeraj Chopra warmed up for the Paris Olympics with a gold at Paavo Nurmi Games.

Pakistan cricket fraternity has reacted after Haris Rauf courted fresh controversy amid the T20 World Cup.

What do Cristiano Ronaldo and MS Dhoni have in common? FIFA World Cup gave their UEFA Euro post the 'Thala' twist.

With Cristiano Ronaldo at the wheel, former champions Portugal can emerge as title contenders at the UEFA Euro 2024.

With Virat Kohli hitting a rough patch, should India recall Yashasvi Jaiswal in the XI at the T20 World Cup? HT’s poll verdict is out.

Yes, Kylian Mbappe is finally a Real Madrid player. The France captain and former PSG superstar has penned a five-year deal with Los Blancos.

Gautam Gambhir was recently asked to replace Rahul Dravid as India’s next head coach. Here’s how Gambhir responded.

Vinicius shattered Lionel Messi's Champions League final record as Real Madrid won the Champions League. Jude Bellingham has joined Cristiano Ronaldo.

From Abhishek Sharma to Jake Fraser-McGurk, let's talk about the breakout stars of the IPL 2024.

Kavya Maran visited the dressing room of the Sunrisers Hyderabad for a pep talk with Pat Cummins and Co. after the IPL 2024 final.

Rahul Dravid will step down from the top post as Rohit Sharma's Team India will have a new head coach after the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.

KL Rahul failed to find a place in Team India’s squad for the T20 World Cup. On the same day, Rahul's LSG hosted MI in the IPL 2024.

Jude Bellingham scored the dramatic winner as Real Madrid came from behind twice to outclass FC Barcelona in the El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Dinesh Karthik received a stern counter-reply from Tom Moody after the RCB star asserted that he is 100% ready for the T20 World Cup.

KL Rahul recalled Virat Kohli’s reaction after the India batter signed for RCB. Rahul will lead LSG in their home game against CSK in the IPL 2024 on Friday.

Kylian Mbappe scored a brace in PSG's 4-1 win over Barcelona in the Champions League. The Madrid-bound star is the first player to score 40 goals this season.

Can Hardik Pandya shut out the noise? Shane Watson feels it's time for the MI skipper to put his headphones on.

LSG's Justin Langer shared a special message for Shoaib Akhtar after Mayank Yadav became the fastest bowler in IPL 2024.

Sunil Gavaskar dissected Rohit Sharma's golden duck dismissal against RR. Gavaskar also said that MI are missing their 'gamechanger'.

Sanjay Manjrekar called out the Wankhede crowd on-air after Mumbai Indians fans booed Hardik Pandya. MI hosted RR in their first home game of IPL 2024.

Sunil Gavaskar asked Hardik Pandya about Tilak Varma’s move which became a major talking point during MI’s clash with GT at IPL 2024.

A Ronaldo-like unveiling, an iconic jersey number and Al-Khelaifi's blessings - all you need to know about Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid transfer deal.

Ravichandran Ashwin withdrew from the 3rd Test against England on Friday due to a family medical emergency, leaving India a bowler short in Rajkot.

Ravichandran Ashwin has pulled out of the Rajkot Test and Indian squad immediately due to a medical emergency in the family.

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