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Five Facts about Nitish Rana: Age, Parents, Height, Net Worth, and More

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Indian cricket player Nitish Rana represents Delhi in domestic cricket and the Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.

Rana is an aggressive left-handed batter who bowls off-spin. The cricketer was named Delhi’s captain in November 2018, replacing Gautam Gambhir, due to his consistent hard work and dedication to the game.

Rana was later included in the Indian One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) teams for their series against Sri Lanka in June 2021. 

After nearly a decade of playing cricket, Rana has become a well-known face in the cricket world. Let’s look at Rana’s five facts to get to know him better.

1. Nitish Rana is in his late twenties

Rana was born on December 27, 1993, making him 29 at the time of writing. 

Growing up, the cricketer attended DAV Centenary Public School. Rana played cricket while in school and has shown an interest in the sport ever since. Later, he joined Vidya Jain School, for which he played cricket from 2008 to 2010. 

2. Nitish Rana is close with his family

Rana was born to her parents, Dara Singh Rana and Satish Rana. His father, Dara, was a Maths professor in a college. He grew up in Barthal Village, Delhi.

He frequently shared a picture of his family on a special occasions. On Father’s Day 2022, Rana shared a photo of his father and late father-in-law, Surinder Marwah. “To both my OG role models, I wish you a happy Father’s Day today, tomorrow, and every day of my life,” he wrote alongside the post.

Similarly, on May 13, 2018, Rana shared a throwback photo with her mother in honor of Mother’s Day. Following the post, many of his followers commented that he resembled his mother when he was a child.

The cricketer has an older brother, Ashish Rana, and a sister, Vishakha Rana. On his brother’s birthday, he expressed his love for him on Instagram. He thanked God for giving him a brother and thanked his brother for being the best brother anyone could ever have.

He also regards his brother as a great role model because of his loving, caring, protective, and supportive nature. On the other hand, Vishakha, Rana’s older sister, is married to her husband.

3. Nitish Rana has an impressive physique

Rana stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 68 kg. He works out regularly to keep his body in shape.

Nitish Rana in boxing attire.

Nitish Rana in boxing attire. (Source: Instagram)

The cricketer frequently posts photos and videos of himself working in the gym. He also enjoys boxing, according to an Instgaram post he made on January 13, 2023.

4. Kolkata Knight Riders choose Nitish Rana again in 2022 

Rana started his domestic cricket career for Delhi by playing opposite Assam in the 2013 Vijay Hazare Trophy final. He made nine runs in that match before being bowled out by Pritam Das. However, Delhi won the final by 75 runs.

Later on October 18, 2015, Rana played his first Ranji match for Delhi against Vidarbha. He then got jersey number 27 for  Mumbai Indians (IPL) and Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL)

At the 2015 auction, Mumbai Indians paid INR 10 lakh for Rana. Later, at the 2018 IPL auction, Kolkata Knight Riders purchased the cricket plater for Rs. 3.40 crore. He made his KKR debut in 2018 and contributed 24 runs to the team’s total. KKR again picked him at the auction for 8 crores for IPL 2022.

5. Nitish Rana has a sizable net worth and salary

Nitish Rana’s net worth is estimated to be in the vicinity of INR 40 crore. His earnings from the IPL, BCCI, and endorsements contribute to his net worth.

Rana’s BCCI salary is INR 2,40,000 lakh per match. Likewise, his IPL salary in 2022 is INR 8 crore. The cricketer has earned approximately INR 21 crore or more by playing in the IPL since 2015.

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Oscar De La Hoya Praises Jaime Munguia Ahead of Canelo Alvarez Fight

Oscar De La Hoya is the founder of Golden Boy Boxing Promotions.

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Oscar De La Hoya Praises Jaime Munguia Boxing Combination

Boxing Promoter Oscar De La Hoya has heaped huge praise on the young boxer Jaime Munguia and believes he can beat veteran champion boxer Canelo Alvarez.

He has praised the combination of the young boxer and revealed that he has more endurance and stamina than the Mexican legend.

Oscar De La Hoya picks Jaime Munguia to beat Canleo Alvarez

De La Hoya, who is a famous boxing promoter and former boxer, has picked Mungula to emerge victorious in his fight against Alvarez.

He believes Munguia has what it takes to beat Alvarez in their upcoming fight on May 4th. He also thinks this fight will mark a “changing of the guard,” with 27-year-old Munguia with a record of 43-0, 34 KOs, defeating the undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo with a record of 60-2-2, 39 KOs.

Oscar De La Hoya praises Jaime Mungaia

Oscar De La Hoya praises Jaime Mungaia. (Credit: Instagram)

The Mexican is 33 years old and seems to have lost some speed and agility in his last three fights. However, it remains to be seen if Canelo has slipped enough to be beaten by a fellow Mexican who has fought lesser opposition or if he still has enough in him to defeat this fighter with a 100% win record.

Oscar De La Hoya and Ryan Garcia Feud explained

De La Hoya has been growing through a legal and social media feud with top boxing star Ryan Garcia. Their relationship sounded right before Garcia’s fight against Gervonta Davis. However, after the loss against the veteran champion, their relationship started to sour.

During the post-match press conference of the boxing match, Hoya was nowhere to be found as he left the event immediately. Garcia was all alone in facing the questions from the media and the trolling from the fans, which made him feel betrayed.

After this, Garcia, signed to Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions, started plotting to leave the promotions. He publicly criticized how he was left alone to face his demons and urged De La Hoya to let him go of his contract.

This led to a legal battle between them as the promotions sued Garcia, and Garcia sued them in return for the breach of contract.

The legal lawsuit is still ongoing between the two former partners. Both have confirmed neither party wants any money, as Garcia wants to leave the promotion ASAP while Hoya wants him to honor his contract until the end.

He said in the official podcast, “I’m not suing him for money, he’s not suing me for money. I just want him to honor my contract. That’s it.”

He also urged him to honor their contract and reminded them of their obligations. He expressed his desire for them to fight and become legends.

He mentioned his reluctance to have Garcia fight Gervonta “Tank” Davis with a rehydration clause, emphasizing that he was seeking his best interests. He also noted that people influenced Garcia to switch promoters by promising greater care and financial gain.

Brief Info on Oscar De La Hoya’s Career

De La Hoya is a former professional boxer and current boxing promoter who owns the Golden Boy promotions.

He has accomplished a lot in his career, winning 11 world titles in six different weight classes, including three lineal championships. His journey to success began with a great performance at the 1992 Summer Olympics, where he won a gold medal in the lightweight division for the United States.

Throughout his career, De La Hoya received a lot of recognition. He was named The Ring magazine Fighter of the Year in 1995 and was the top-rated pound-for-pound fighter in the world in both 1997 and 1998.

In addition to boxing, he has also made significant progress in sports promotion. In 2002, he started Golden Boy Promotions, making him the first American of Mexican descent to own a national boxing promotional firm.

This venture highlighted his entrepreneurial drive and dedication to improving the sport. Additionally, De La Hoya broadened his promotional efforts to encompass mixed martial arts (MMA), a notable milestone in combat sports.

Other than his interests in sports, he also has a keen interest in politics. In 2020, he was thinking very seriously about running for the presidency of the United States. In an interview when asked about it he stated, If the numbers look right… I’m gonna go for it.”

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Lionel Messi Knows Exactly When to Hang His Boots

Lionel Messi is looking forward to his next World Cup.

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Lionel Messi Knows Exactly When to Hang His Boots

Lionel Messi is one of the most famous footballers in the world. The Argentine-born player is one of the most decorated players and has won various trophies, awards, and accolades.

He was born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina. He plays in a forward position, mostly dominating the right flank, and has also played as an attacking midfielder several times. He is also one of the most followed people on Instagram, with more than 501 million followers.

He is currently 36 years old and playing in the American League’s MLS team, Inter Miami. But there have been several rumors that he is of age and thinking of retiring soon.

Lionel Messi talks about his retirement rumors

In an interview with the Big Time Podcast, Messi revealed that age will not be a deciding factor in his retirement, and he is not prepared for when that time comes.

Lionel Messi looks happy after scoring in MLS

Lionel Messi looks happy after scoring in MLS. (Credit: Instagram)

He confirmed that he would consider retiring when he feels that he is no longer performing well or enjoying playing football, or contributing to the team. He also added that if that time comes, he will retire, but otherwise, he will continue competing for his place on the football team.

Messi disclosed that he had not yet thought about his life after retirement. Currently, he is enjoying the present moment without worrying about the future and remains hopeful of finding a new role when his playing career eventually concludes.

Will Lionel Messi play in the next World Cup?

After winning the World Cup against France in 2022, Messi revealed that he had achieved his dream and shed light on the fact that the next World Cup is far away.

He is currently enjoying his time at Inter Miami and has not given clear details about whether he will play in the tournament or not. However, it is known that he is eyeing the Copa America which is set to be held in June.

He claimed that he was not thinking about the World Cup, but he was not 100% sure that anything could happen. He also added that it is normal not to be in the tournament given his age, but he will try to do well in the Copa America.

According to Nicolas Tagliafico, a fellow football player, the Copa American will play a key role in determining if Messi will play in the 2026 World Cup or not.

They are the defending champions in this year’s tournament and Nicolas claims that if they manage to retain the trophy, there is a high chance of Messi playing in the upcoming World Cup.

He added that if they had failed to win the Cup in 2022, Messi would have left the team, but since he won it, he wants to enjoy these months.

Currently, he is preparing himself for the Copa America and is focused on defending the title.

Brief Career and Achievements of Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi is one of the most decorated athletes in the world. He started playing football at the age of four and joined a local club Grandoli but later joined the Newell’s Old Boys at the age of six. In 2000, he gave a trial with Barcelona and in 2001, he signed a contract on a paper napkin.

He has earned various achievements throughout his career. He made a debut against Porto in a friendly game and was later gradually established as a core member of the Barcelona team.

He played under Pep Guardiola, and Luis Enrique during his tenure in Barcelona but later joined PSG and played under Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino. After departure from PSG in 2023, he joined the American side  Inter Miami on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

Throughout his football tenure, he has won several awards and accolades. He has won La Liga 10 times in 2004–05, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18, and 2018–19 seasons.

He has also won Copa del Rey seven times ( 2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2020–21), Supercopa de España seven times (2006, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018), and UEFA Champions League four times (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15). UEFA Super Cup three times ( 2009, 2011, 2015) and FIFA Club World Cup three times ( 2009, 2011, 2015).

He also won Copa America in 2021 and the long-awaited trophy in his career FIFA World Cup in 2022. Apart from team honors, he has also won several individual awards. He is the one and only player in this history to win FIFA Ballon d’Or eight times.

He has also won the FIFA Best Player’s Award, Golden Boot, Silver Boot, World Player of the Year, and several other awards throughout his career.

One of his latest triumphs is winning the Ligue 1 two times in 2021–22, 2022–23 seasons, the FIFA World Cup in 2022, and the MLS league in 2023 despite joining the mid-season.

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Vinicius Jr. Breaks Down in Tears Following Racial Abuse Question

Vinicius Jr. is one of the most improved player of past year.

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Vinicius Jr. Breaks Down in Tears Following Racial Abuse Question

Vinícius Jr. isn’t holding back.

In a tearful address on Monday, the soccer star condemned the racist insults he’s faced in Spain, revealing it’s draining his passion for the game.

Vinicius Jr. is considering retiring after relentless racial abuse

This isn’t the first time Vinícius has spoken out. He’s a vocal advocate against racism, and the recent “One Skin” friendly between Spain and Brazil – held nearly a year after a racist incident in Valencia – provides another platform for him to raise his voice.

Vinicius Jr. played for Brazil against Spanish in charity match

Vinicius Jr played for Brazil against Spanish in a charity match. (Credit: Instagram)

“This is a serious issue,” Vinícius declared. “Fighting it alone is tiring, but I won’t stop. Despite the lack of punishment for these offenders, I’ll keep making my voice heard.”

In a press conference, the Real Madrid winger couldn’t hold back his tears as he stated, “More and more, I’m losing my desire to play, but I’ll keep fighting.”

He continued, “I’m sorry, “I just want to keep playing soccer. I just want to keep doing everything I can for my club and family.”

He has denied rumors of leaving the Spanish league due to insults from some fans. He said that if he left, it would be exactly what the racists wanted.

Vinicius Jr suffered racial abuse in Spain

Vinicius Jr. has faced racist abuse from fans several times in Spain. Last year, La Liga reported 10 incidents to the police. Most recently, Atletico Madrid fans chanted racist slurs at him before a Champions League game, even though they weren’t playing Real Madrid.

He called on UEFA to take action against these fans. Videos online show Atletico fans outside the stadium shouting racist abuse.

He published on X then, demanding explanations and punishments for those fans. He tweeted, “I hope you’ve already thought about their punishment Champions League, UEFA,” 

Instead, he confirmed his intention to stay and play for the best club in the world. He is determined to continue scoring goals and winning titles, and he wants everyone to see him play for a long time.

Vinicius Jr.’s anti-racism charity match left him disappointed

Vinicius was the center of attention during the One Skin charity match between Spain and Brazil. The match was played in the Santiago Bernabeu, where he plays club football for Real Madrid, has left him disappointed.

The match was played to promote an anti-racism campaign that he has been the victim of lots of times. According to the media, before the match, it was reported that both the Brazilian and Spanish Football Federation would be doing everything to discourage the racist chants in the stadium.

However popular media The Athletic is now reporting that the money generated from the charity match will not be donated to charity. The match has generated almost $5 million from the gate receipts and advertisement fees which won’t be used for the anti-racism campaign and that has left a bitter taste in the player’s mouth.

Vinicius Jr will be focusing on club football next

Vinicius knows the importance of focusing on his club commitments, even though he is disappointed. Real Madrid is in a strong position in La Liga, currently leading by eight points. This gives them a significant advantage over other teams in the race for the championship.

Real Madrid has an important game against Athletic Club this Sunday. Athletic Club is a strong team currently in fourth place in La Liga.

He will be determined to focus on this upcoming challenge despite his recent disappointment. If Real Madrid wins against Athletic Club, it would greatly strengthen their chances of winning the league title.

The Brazilian forward is having a fine season for the Madrids this season. He has appeared in 20 games so far and has scored 12 goals in 20 matches. He has tremendous partnerships with fellow Brazilian Rodrygo and Englishman Jude Bellingham which is why they are strong candidates for the Spanish League title and UEFA Champions League.

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