Cristiano Ronaldo in action against Luxembourg during a Euro 2024 Group J qualifier at the Stade de Luxembourg, in Luxembourg, on March 26, 2023. — AFP RIYADH: Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo on Tuesday said next year’s World Cup would be his last as he winds down one of the all-time great careers. The 40-year-old forward, […]
Australia’s Starc wants spicy Ashes wickets, not five-day tests
Australia’s Mitchell Starc gestures during the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final, in June 2025. — Reuters MELBOURNE: Australia paceman Mitchell Starc has urged curators to prepare bowler-friendly pitches for the Ashes, warning against flattening surfaces to maximise five-day revenue as England’s aggressive “Bazball” approach looms. Australia defeated India 3-1 in the last home summer […]