Sports

WPL 2025: Harleen’s Advice to Beth Mooney – “Just Close Your Eyes and Run”

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1 year ago

March 9, 2025

Harleen Deol played a pivotal role in the Gujarat Giants’ five-wicket triumph over the Delhi Capitals, scoring 70 runs off 49 balls and enabling Beth Mooney, Deandra Dottin, and captain Ashleigh Gardner to exhibit their explosive batting skills.

Chasing a target of 178, the Giants found themselves in a precarious position as they approached the final overs following a sluggish start, but a spirited performance by Dottin paved the way for the second-highest successful chase of the season.

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Harleen noted that collaborating with Beth, who scored 44 runs and shared an 85-run partnership for the second wicket, made batting easier. She emphasized the significance of rotating the strike effectively.

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“I aimed to bat until the end, knowing we had several big hitters following me. When you partner with Beth, it’s quite simple; she hits boundaries and takes singles. You just need to stay alert as she’s very quick to run, and you can close your eyes and go. With other power hitters like Dottin, taking a single to get them on strike is key,” Harleen said after earning her first Player of the Match award.

With just 13 runs needed off the last seven balls, 21-year-old Kashvee Gautam hit a six off purple cap holder Shikha Pandey to bring the target within reach. Harleen shared the advice she gave to the young talent.

“I know Kashvee is excellent at hitting sixes, and I told her that Shikha was bowling straight and the ball was keeping a bit low. I advised her to close her eyes and swing down the ground. When your team is winning and you’re scoring runs, it’s simply what you dream of. I couldn’t ask for anything more,” she reflected.

This victory has brought the Gujarat Giants closer to a playoff spot. They need to win their last league match to secure a place in the playoffs for the first time in the tournament’s history, whereas the UP Warriorz have been eliminated from the race.

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Sports

Suresh Raina Opposes IPL Impact Player Rule

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19 hours ago

September 5, 2026

Namma Kudla

Mumbai: Former Chennai Super Kings player Suresh Raina has opposed the Impact Player rule in the IPL.

Raina said the rule gives batters an extra advantage and puts more pressure on bowlers. He noted that teams are now scoring 200-plus runs more frequently, with some even approaching the 300-run mark.

“Bowlers have nothing left,” Raina said, adding that the rule has made their job much harder.

Former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma and several other players have also criticised the rule.

The Impact Player rule allows teams to replace one player during a match with a batter or bowler, depending on the situation. The rule was first tested in the 2022-23 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy before being introduced in the IPL in 2023.

Sports

Messi Announces Retirement from International Football

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5 days ago

September 1, 2026

Namma Kudla

Sports: Football legend and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 39.

Messi shared the emotional decision through a post on Instagram. He said that the decision was painful but felt that it was the right time to step away from the national team.

His retirement came after Argentina’s defeat against Spain in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Argentina lost the final 1-0 at the New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.

Messi had led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022. Argentina defeated France in a dramatic penalty shootout in the final held in Doha, Qatar.

Messi made his international debut for Argentina in August 2005. During his remarkable international career, he played 207 matches and scored 125 goals for his country.

He also appeared in six FIFA World Cups and became one of the greatest players in the history of football.

Messi’s retirement marks the end of a glorious international career that spanned more than two decades. His decision has left football fans around the world emotional.

Entertainment

Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Longtime Partner Georgina Rodriguez

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3 weeks ago

August 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

Sports: Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodriguez, in a private ceremony.

Ronaldo reportedly tied the knot with Georgina on Tuesday, August 11. The couple surprised fans by sharing an official wedding photo on social media.

The picture shows Ronaldo and Georgina holding hands while wearing their wedding rings. The couple appeared happy as they marked the special occasion.

The wedding took place in Cascais, a picturesque coastal town near Portugal’s capital, Lisbon. The ceremony was kept extremely private, with only their five children reportedly attending the occasion.

Ronaldo and Georgina first met in Madrid in 2016. They have been together for nearly a decade.

The couple has five children: Cristiano Jr., twins Eva and Mateo, Alana Martina, and Bella Esmeralda.

Ronaldo is one of the most decorated footballers in the world. He has scored a record 146 goals for Portugal in international football and has won the prestigious Ballon d’Or award five times.

He recently represented Portugal at the FIFA World Cup, making it the sixth World Cup of his career. At club level, Ronaldo currently plays for Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr.

He is expected to return to action when the new domestic season begins on Saturday.