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WWE superstar John Cena recently opened up about a shocking piece of advice he received early in his career—one he considers the worst advice he ever got. Ignoring it, Cena went on to build a stellar career spanning over two decades. New Delhi: Widely regarded as one of WWE’s greatest superstars, Cena retired in 2025 as a 17-time World Champion. Reflecting on his early days, he revealed a surprising incident that could have altered the course of wrestling history. Advised to Quit Wrestling In an interview with Complex Magazine, while conversing with actor Idris Elba, Cena shared that someone had told him:"If you want acceptance, you should quit wrestling." Cena rejected the advice outright, responding with a firm “No way, never!” He trusted his instincts, stayed in wrestling, a...

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has recently been released after being bought in the IPL auction. However, he has decided not to take any legal action against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). New Delhi: Relations between India and Bangladesh have recently come under strain. In the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction, Kolkata Knight Riders purchased Mustafizur Rahman for ₹9.20 crore. Following violent incidents against Hindus in Bangladesh, fans began criticizing the franchise heavily. Subsequently, the BCCI directed KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman, which the franchise complied with. Mohammad Mithun, President of the Bangladesh Cricketers Welfare Association (BCWA), revealed that a potential legal or administrative battle against the IPL franchise had been considered. Howeve...

The Under-19 World Cup 2026, jointly hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, began on Thursday, with Team India facing the USA in the opening match at Bulawayo. Indian captain Ayush Mahatre won the toss and opted to bowl first. Indian bowler Henil Patel made an immediate impact, claiming 3 wickets, leaving the USA reeling at 39/5 in 16 overs. A Unique Lineup: All-American Players of Indian OriginWhat has caught the attention of cricket fans worldwide is the composition of the USA Under-19 team. Every player in the American Playing XI is of Indian origin, sparking debates on social media about whether this is truly a contest between India and the USA, or essentially India vs India. The USA team is captained by Utkarsh Srivastava, who was born in Pune, Maharashtra, on February 18, 2007, and re...

Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma has been underperforming in the last two matches, prompting questions from the Indian team’s coaching staff about his current form. Coach Raises ConcernsIndia’s assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate acknowledged that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, despite getting opportunities, “did not contribute significantly.” He further stated that Rohit, after playing two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, is still “not getting enough cricket in.” In the second ODI against New Zealand, Reddy, who was the only change in India’s playing XI, failed to make an impact with either bat or ball, resulting in a 7-wicket loss for the host team. Speaking about Rohit, Doeschate said, “Both wickets were good for the new ball. Batting wasn’t easy. If you look at the first ODI, Rohit w...

Islamabad, January 15, 2026: Pakistani opener Sahibzada Farhan recently made headlines after claiming that Ahmed Shehzad is a better batsman than cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag. His statement, however, has sparked widespread ridicule both from former cricketers and fans alike. Farhan’s comments came in a video that quickly went viral on social media. In it, he placed Shehzad—who has yet to score 1,000 runs in Test cricket—above iconic players like Tendulkar and Sehwag, as well as other renowned batsmen such as Saeed Anwar and Rohit Sharma. The remark has drawn sharp criticism and laughter from the cricket community. Former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali described Farhan’s claim as outrageous. Speaking on the YouTube channel The Game Plan, he said, “This video is ...

Sunrisers Eastern Cape became the first team to secure a playoff berth in the SA20 2026 season after a commanding 63-run victory over Joburg Super Kings at St. George’s Park on Wednesday evening. With this win, Eastern Cape also returned to the top of the points table with 24 points, while Joburg Super Kings remain fourth with 17 points. The result keeps Durban Super Giants’ playoff hopes alive, as they face Parl Royals in their final match on Saturday at Kingsmead. James Coles Shines on DebutDebutant James Coles starred with both bat and ball. He scored an unbeaten 61 off 34 balls, including 10 boundaries, before taking 2 wickets for 34 runs in 4 overs, making a memorable first impression in front of the Orange Army. Eastern Cape kept constant pressure on Joburg Super Kings, who were p...

Bangladesh cricket is in turmoil as players’ strike has disrupted scheduled matches, following controversial remarks by Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Director M. Najmul Islam. The crisis comes amid ongoing tensions between Bangladesh and India over the T20 World Cup 2026. Director Calls Tamim Iqbal an ‘India Agent’The controversy began when Najmul Islam referred to former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal and other players as “India agents.” This remark angered Bangladeshi cricketers, prompting their representative body, Cricketers’ Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), to announce a strike demanding Najmul Islam’s resignation. BCB Apologizes and Issues NoticeIn response, the BCB broke its silence, issuing an apology to the players for the director’s comments. The board described t...

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has hit back at Sanjay Manjrekar’s recent comments questioning Virat Kohli’s choice of format, calling them inappropriate and disrespectful to the dedication required to perform at the highest level. Harbhajan Stands by KohliSpeaking at a recent event, Harbhajan Singh defended Kohli, emphasizing that scoring runs in any format is never “easy.” He said,"If scoring runs in any format were that easy, everyone would do it. Let’s simply enjoy the performances of those who are doing it—they are playing well, winning matches, and making runs. That’s what really matters. The format they play shouldn’t be questioned." Harbhajan also highlighted Kohli’s impact on Indian cricket and his role as a role model for young players. He added,"Kohli inspires the ne...

The ICC U19 World Cup has always offered a glimpse of cricket’s future stars—players who may one day replace today’s legends. This year is no different. As the U19 World Cup 2026 kicks off, hosted jointly by Zimbabwe and Namibia, the spotlight is on a new generation of young talents ready to make their mark. From 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to Pakistan’s Sameer Minhas, here are five players expected to capture global attention. 1. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – Already proving himself at 14Left-handed opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi carries the responsibility of opening the innings for India’s U19 team. At just 14, he has already made headlines in junior and senior cricket alike. Highlights include a record-breaking 32-ball century at the Asia Cup Rising Stars, a 176-run innings in the...

A major security lapse was witnessed during the second ODI between India and New Zealand in Rajkot when a fan broke through security and ran onto the field to hug Virat Kohli. Fan Reaches Kohli on the Field The incident occurred while Kohli was fielding. Videos from the match show the fan sprinting towards Kohli, embracing him briefly. Security personnel quickly intervened and removed the intruder from the ground. Kohli, displaying his usual composure, reciprocated the hug before the fan was taken away. Not the First Incident This is not the first time Kohli has faced such security breaches. In November, during the first ODI against New Zealand in Ranchi, a fan ran onto the field after Kohli scored his 52nd ODI century, falling at his feet. The intruder was removed by security ...