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Rohit Sharma’s legacy was etched into Wankhede Stadium history as the Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled the ‘Rohit Sharma Stand’ in a heartfelt ceremony attended by his family and top dignitaries. “It will be a surreal feeling when I come here and play for Mumbai Indians,” Rohit said, visibly emotional. Adding his signature humour, he joked about his MI teammates waiting for his speech to end so they could begin training. The honour comes shortly after his retirement from Test cricket, marking a significant moment in Indian cricket history.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the world’s highest-paid athlete for 2025 by Forbes, earning a record USD 275 million. The top 50 athletes collectively amassed USD 4.23 billion over the past year the highest total ever recorded. The list features global stars like Stephen Curry, Tyson Fury, and Lionel Messi, but no female or Indian athletes made the cut this year.

Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket after a celebrated 14-year career, calling it an emotional but timely decision. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kohli reflected on the challenges and cherished moments of the format, signing off with gratitude and pride: “#269, signing off.”

Virat Kohli’s reported decision to retire from Test cricket has stirred debate across the cricketing world, with the timing of the movejust ahead of India’s England tour drawing sharp criticism. A viral post by the County Championship added fuel to the fire, subtly mocking Kohli amid speculation that he might be avoiding England’s fearsome pace attack. The BCCI, however, is still hopeful of a last-minute reversal as efforts are underway to persuade Kohli to stay on.

The IPL 2025 has been suspended indefinitely amid escalating Indo-Pak tensions, following cross-border strikes and drone attacks. The decision was made after an emergency BCCI meeting, prioritizing player safety. Match 58 in Dharamsala was halted due to air raid alerts, casting doubt over the remainder of the tournament.