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May 25, 2025

Sri Lankan cricketer Angelo Mathews announces retirement from Test cricket

Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews announced his retirement from the red-ball format on Friday.
The 37-year-old has played in 118 Tests and scored 8167, which is the third-highest tally in Sri Lanka's history, behind Kumar Sangakkara (12,400) and Mahela Jayawardene (11,814).
He scored 16 tons and 45 half-centuries in his career with a highest score of 200 not out.
He will, however, continue to play white-ball cricket for his country.
His final Test appearance will be in Galle from June 17 to 21.

Kanak Budhwar Shines: Gold in 10m Air Pistol at ISSF Junior World Cup

Seventeen-year-old Indian shooter Kanak Budhwar clinched the gold medal in the women's 10-metre air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 held in Suhl, Germany.
Outperforming Moldova's Anna Dulce, the reigning European champion and two-time Olympian, Kanak secured the title with a final score of 239.0, demonstrating exceptional composure and skill on the international stage.
This achievement has drawn national and international attention as Kanak Budhwar not only defeated a highly decorated opponent but also exemplified India's rising prowess in shooting sports.
The win is also significant as it marks a turning point in Kanak's promising shooting career, paving the way for future Olympic ambitions.

May 24, 2025

Spurs Beat Manchester United to Clinch Europa League Title

In a historic night at Estadio de San Mamés in Bilbao, Tottenham Hotspur defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League final, clinching their first major trophy in 17 years.
The win marks Spurs' first continental title since the 1983–84 UEFA Cup, breaking a long-standing reputation of underachievement in crucial matches.
With captain Son Heung-min lifting the trophy, the north London club has renewed hope and pride after a disappointing domestic season.
Brennan Johnson's scrappy 42nd-minute goal proved decisive at Bilbao's San Mames stadium, giving Spurs their third Europa League crown.
The Welsh winger bundled in a loose ball from close range after a cross by Pape Matar Sarr took deflections off Luke Shaw and Johnson himself before creeping past United keeper Andre Onana.

May 23, 2025

Joe Root Becomes Fastest to 13,000 Test Runs: A Historic Milestone in Cricket

England's premier batsman Joe Root etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming the fastest player to reach 13,000 runs in Test cricket.
Joe Root reached a historic milestone during England's one-off Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge on May 22, 2025.
With a composed innings of 34 runs, Root surpassed the legendary Jacques Kallis to become the fastest player to score 13,000 Test runs. He achieved this feat in just 153 matches, breaking Kallis's long-standing record of 159 Tests.
This feat not only underscores Root's consistency and excellence but also places him among cricket's all-time greats.

May 22, 2025

Spain and Liverpool Legend Pepe Reina to Retire at 42

Former Spain and Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has officially announced that he will retire from professional football at the end of the 2024–25 season. Currently playing for Como in Serie A, the 42-year-old will conclude a remarkable career that has spanned over two decades and included over 1,000 competitive appearances across some of Europe's top clubs. Reina, known for his consistency and leadership, will play his final match against Inter Milan.

May 20, 2025

India's Faizan Anwar Beats Ghana's Kpakpo in Main Event; Danylo Wins WBA Asia Middle-East Title

India's undefeated pro-boxer Faizan Anwar secured a dominant victory over Ghana's Kpakpo Allotey in the 10-round Welterweight international professional boxing clash in the main event of the Super Fighter Series 3 at the Sunburn Union.
The co-main event for the WBA Asia Middle-East Super Lightweight title saw Danylo Honcharul of Ukraine defeat Ruslan Kamilov of Dagestan. After his opponent retired in Round 3, Danylo took the victory and the title, and a Technical Knockout was awarded to him.

First-ever Khelo India Beach Games in Diu

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the first-ever Khelo India Beach Games at Ghoghla Beach in the union territory of Diu. Mandaviya said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several steps have been taken to promote sports in the country.
More than 1000 athletes from across the country are competing in six medal events and two demonstration sports over the next six days. This is the first time the Beach Games are being held under the ever-expanding Khelo India umbrella. The medal events include beach soccer, beach volleyball, beach kabaddi, beach sepak takraw, pencak silat, and open water swimming. Two traditional demonstration sports – mallakhamb and tug-of-war will also be staged during the games. Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse, administrator of the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Praful Patel, along with several top sportspersons, graced the opening ceremony, which showcased rich culture of the region, including Gujarat's folk dance Garba. The games, which commenced on May 19, will culminate on May 24, 2025.

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