During the ongoing Pakistan ODI tri-series, Mike Hesson has described Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman as two of the greatest players in Pakistan’s history. But with both struggling for runs and Pakistan finding match-winners elsewhere, his public backing raises questions about reputation, form and the pressure surrounding Pakistan cricket. Is it a show of faith in two senior players, or is there more to Hesson’s decision? Rupha Ramani examines the dilemma facing Pakistan’s head coach.
Cristiano Ronaldo has beaten Lionel Messi in a special vote to decide the greatest Ballon d’Or-winning season of all time. Ronaldo’s iconic 2008 Manchester United campaign came out on top, but this was no ordinary football award. With fans paying to vote, and the Portuguese superstar coming off a difficult year with Portugal, what does this victory really tell us about his standing in the game? Rupha Ramani dissects the B.O.A.T. vote for the Al-Nassr star and the difference between fan devotion and sporting greatness.
Could your daily gym workout one day lead you to the Olympic Games? HYROX, the global fitness racing phenomenon, has moved a step closer to that ambition after partnering with World Triathlon, opening a potential pathway towards the Olympics and Paralympics. With participation surging across the world and India emerging as one of its fastest-growing markets, the sport is attracting a whole new generation of competitive fitness enthusiasts. Rupha Ramani examines whether the gym could become an unlikely gateway to the Olympic stage.
Also on the show:
Cristiano Ronaldo Beats Messi. But What Does This Victory Really Mean? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani
HYROX Wants The Olympics. Could Your Gym Workout Take You There? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani
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