Viktor Axelsen of Denmark (PTI photo) New Delhi: The badminton world was stunned on Wednesday when Denmark’s two-time Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen announced his retirement at the age of 32, citing persistent back problems that made it impossible to “compete and train at a high level”.The decision brings to a close one of the most…
Rohit Sharma (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) New Delhi: After a batting attack led by Phil Salt, Virat Kohli and skipper Rajat Patidar lit up the Wankhede Stadium, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru piled up a formidable 240/4 against Mumbai Indians. As soon as the target was set, all eyes turned towards it. Rohit SharmaKnown for his…
South Africa’s Rassie van der Dusen (AP/PTI) South Africa’s reliable white-ball batsman, Rosie van der Dusenhas announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career that made him one of the Proteas’ most reliable performers.The 35-year-old shared the news via social media, expressing his gratitude and pride to represent South Africa. “It is with great…
Carolina Marin (AP Photo) New Delhi: One of badminton’s greatest players and 2016 Rio Olympics gold medalist Carolina Marin has announced her retirement from professional badminton, bringing the curtain down on an illustrious career. The Spanish star shared the news in an emotional social media video, confirming that she will skip the upcoming European Championships…