Ronaldo rejects offers to play at Club World Cup
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he will not take part in this month’s FIFA Club World Cup, having declined offers from several participating teams. His contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr expires at the end of June, and he stated that a decision on his future is “almost final”, BBC reported.
Despite FIFA president Gianni Infantino's suggestion that Ronaldo may join another team for the tournament, the forward responded, "You can't catch every ball." Al-Nassr is confident about extending his contract, having scored 99 goals in 111 outings since joining the club in 2023.
Ronaldo recently secured Portugal’s place in the UEFA Nations League final by scoring the winning goal against Germany, according to BBC.
Four arrested over India cricket stadium crush
Four people, including RCB staff and event organizers, have been arrested after a crowd crush during the team’s IPL victory parade in Bengaluru left eleven dead.
Five senior police officers, including the city police chief, have been suspended for negligence, according to BBC.
Legal action has been taken against RCB, the event company, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association.
The Karnataka High Court has ordered a status report as the investigation continues, BBC reported.
RCB announces Rs 10 Lakh compensation for Bengaluru stampede victims
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh each for the families of the eleven people who died in a stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during the team’s IPL victory celebrations. The tragic incident occurred as large crowds gathered to welcome the team following their IPL 2025 title win, according to Firstpost.
In an official statement, RCB expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and announced the establishment of a special fund, RCB Cares, to support those harmed in the tragic incident. The franchise stressed that fans are at the heart of their journey and expressed solidarity with everyone affected.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings to win maiden IPL title in Ahmedabad
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by six runs to win the maiden Indian Premier League title.
Chasing 190 runs, Punjab were restricted by RCB bowlers to 184/7 from their 20 overs. Krunal Pandya was the pick of the bowlers for RCB with two wickets, The Indian Express reported.
Earlier, Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyerwon the toss and opted to bowl first. Virat Kohli’s 44(35) helped RCB to post 190/6 from their 20 overs, which did look like a below-par total, however, it was more than enough in the end.
This is the second time Punjab have reached the final of the IPL. Previously, in 2014, they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. And RCB have reached the final four times before last time in 2016 when they lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad, according to The Indian Express.