Rutuja Dumbre
Rutuja loves to dabble in the sports world and craft passionate stories about it. With previous experience as a football player, she brings firsthand expertise to her articles.
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02
Jul
The year is 1966 and there’s utter chaos in a World Cup match between England and Argentina. The referee sends off players due to foul play, but there’s no clarity. And Ken Aston, in charge of the referees, ponders how to resolve this dilemma when he’s on Kensington High Street. Then, he has his eureka moment and thinks of football cards while looking at the traffic lights!
Sitting right in his car, he thinks that red would completely halt a player's game, while yellow could be a warning sign. Fast-forward to the 1970 World Cup, where these cards are tested...
28
Jun
After the group stage matches are done and dusted, the round of 16 begins. The top 16 nations from all the groups participate in the first and exciting knockout stage. Basically, all the table toppers and the runner-ups compete in the upcoming matches.
The top four teams in the third place of the tables also compete, rounding up to a total of 16 teams. The third-place teams are determined based on their points, goal difference, goals scored and total number of wins. The knockout stages completely eliminate the losing teams and penalties dictate the winner if the matches come to...
19
Jun
The German auto industry powerhouse Audi, (Formula 1) Sauber, both stayed in the limelight for quite some time. The Swiss F1 team Sauber, will be taken over completely by Audi as they have announced. What initially began as a 25% investment in 2022, Audi increased it to 75%. And now, a 100% takeover is in the process before F1 2026. For quite a few years, Audi was on the lookout for entering F1 and their wishful thinking is turning into reality.
If you are a die-hard F1 fan looking for answers about this major takeover, here’s a breakdown of everything...
17
Jun
Did you know that around 1/3rd of the UK’s population likes cricket? If you are here, you must be one of them. The best part is that not just men, but even women’s cricket is gaining traction. And as popular as the game is, it can be confusing as well. With its multiple technical terms, it can leave rookies in total confusion. Well, it’s your lucky day, because here is a guide all ready to teach you about the cricket fielding positions and make the technical terms easy to understand! Let’s get started, shall we?
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11
Jun
Many people associate white-collar boxing with the 1999 thriller film Fight Club. And while “the first rule of fight club is you do not talk about fight club”, white-collar boxing is the exact opposite. Over the years, this sport has not only been talked about, but it has also caught the eye of many working professionals, surging its popularity with every event. But before we start talking about its events, first, let us understand what it exactly is.
What is White Collar Boxing?
What started in the 90s in New York has now become a global phenomenon. White-collar boxing is basically...
11
Jun
Roulette is one of the most iconic casino games, known for its spinning wheel and the small ball that determines your fate. It's the king of all games of chance, but understanding the odds and different types of bets can increase your chance of winning.
If you never played and don't know where to start, here is a clear, beginner-friendly guide. It covers everything you should know about the roulette game, from the types of bets to the differences between the European wheel and the American version.
The Basics of Roulette
Roulette is as straightforward as it is thrilling, but here's the...