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CRISTIANO RONALDO REPORTEDLY FIRST BILLIONAIRE FOOTBALL PLAYER EVER

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first active footballer to be worth $1 billion, per Bloomberg. The Al Nassr star's massive contract and endorsements fueled the milestone as he vows to keep playing despite family pressure to retire.

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According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, which for the first time includes Cristiano Ronaldo's net worth on its list, he is now the first active football player to reach the billion-dollar mark.

Ronaldo, who was already the highest-paid athlete in the sport, significantly enhanced his riches earlier this year when he reportedly signed a hefty contract extension worth over $400 million with Al Nassr, a Saudi Pro League team.

According to Bloomberg, his tax-free contract and brand agreements with Nike and Armani were major factors in his increased wealth.

Despite his family's request, Portugal forward, meanwhile, who leads men's international football in scoring with 141 goals in 223 games, told Canal 11 he had no plans to retire anytime soon.

People say, 'It is time for you to stop,' especially my family. You have done it all. You want to score a thousand goals, but why? Ronaldo stated.

However, I do not believe so. I believe I am still doing well, and since I am supporting both my club and the national team, I should not stop.

Since I put my all into it, I am confident that I will feel satisfied when I am done. I strive to make the most of my remaining years even though I know I do not have many left.

Ronaldo, 40, who has won five Ballon d'Or awards, added another personal honour to his illustrious career on Tuesday when he was given the Prestige award at the Portugal Football Globes.

His words, "It is not an end-of-career award," "I see it as an acknowledgement of years of ambition, hard work, and dedication. I enjoy winning and giving back to the younger generations, and they support me in staying competitive.

"Competing with the younger ones is what excites me. I am still passionate about this.

T20I THRILLER: SOUTH AFRICA OUTCLASS PAKISTAN TO GO 1-0 UP

South Africa thrashed Pakistan by 55 runs in the 1st T20I in Rawalpindi. Reeza Hendricks' 60 and George Linde's all-round performance led the Proteas to a dominant 194/9, defending it comfortably.

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South Africa Storm To 1-0 Lead After Humbling Pakistan - COURTESY/PHOTO

At the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, South Africa crushed Pakistan by 55 runs in the opening match of the T20I series.

Pakistan was swept out for 139 in 18.1 overs after losing wickets at regular intervals while chasing a respectable 195-run goal for a win.

With 37 runs, Saim Ayub led the hosts in scoring, followed by Mohammad Nawaz with 36. Usman Khan made 12 contributions, and Sahibzada Farhan made 24. Other batters were unable to reach double figures.

Lungi Ngidi claimed one wicket, George Linde three, Lizaad Williams two, and Corbin Bosch four. The player of the match award went to George Linde.

South Africa reached 194/9 in their allotted 20 overs after Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha asked them to bat first.

With 60 from 40 balls, five fours, and one maximum, Reeza Hendricks was South Africa's top scorer.

With four fours and a massive six, Jorge Linde scored a vital 36 runs off 22 balls. Donovan Ferreira, the captain, made 10 off 12 balls, Quinton de Kock made 23 off 13 balls, and debutant Tony de Zorzi made 33 off 16 balls.

Saim Ayub and Muhammad Nawaz each claimed two wickets, while Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, and Shaheen Shah Afridi each claimed one. On the final ball of the inning, Lizaad Williams was run out.

Quinton de Kock (week), RR Hendricks, Tony de Zorzi, D Brevis, MP Breetzke, D Ferreira (capt), George Linde, C Bosch, LB Williams, N Burger, and Lungi Ngidi are the players in South Africa's starting lineup.

Pakistan's starting lineup includes: Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Agha Salman (capt), Usman Khan (wk), and Saim Ayub.

After almost a year away, star batsman Babar Azam has returned to the team in the shortest format. He only needed nine runs to overtake Rohit Sharma of India as the T20Is' top run scorer.

Quinton de Kock, a wicketkeeper-batsman for South Africa, has also returned to action after a one-year hiatus. A year ago, he announced his retirement from international cricket.

WWE’S NEW WRESTLEMANIA 42 TRAILER FEATURES BOLD POKER THEME

WWE releases the first trailer for WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, featuring a poker-themed promo with Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Brock Lesnar, narrated by Triple H.

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WWE Drops Poker-Themed WrestleMania 42 Trailer With Punk, Lesnar - Photo Credit: WWE

Four of the biggest performers in the business are featured in a brand-new trailer that officially kicks off the road to WWE WrestleMania 42.

WWE has finally released the full-length trailer for WrestleMania 42, following a series of mysterious teasers that created a lot of buzz online. Triple H, Paul Heyman, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Brock Lesnar are all featured in the latest video, which has a poker theme.

Rhodes, Reigns, Punk, and Lesnar play poker while Triple H narrates. The first promo is a wonderful fit for the atmosphere of the entertainment capital, Las Vegas, where WrestleMania 42 is scheduled to take place.

At first, a lot of fans thought the teasers were related to Survivor Series: WarGames or suggested a new stable. All speculation was dispelled, though, when PWInsider revealed that the teasers were probably connected to WrestleMania.

Additionally, it is the first time Brock Lesnar has appeared in a big WWE event promotional video in years. Additionally, since defeating Omos in singles action in 2023, The Beast has not participated in a WrestleMania premium live event.

Regarding the other celebrities in the video, Cody Rhodes lost the Undisputed WWE Championship to John Cena at WrestleMania 41 Night 2, and after Paul Heyman's startling betrayal on Night 1, CM Punk and Roman Reigns were defeated by Seth Rollins.

Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas will host WrestleMania 42 on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026.

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