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The Soaring Value of Women's Sports: A Game-Changer in the Sports World

Recent reports indicate that the Women's World Cup reached a staggering 2 billion viewers, nearly double the viewership of the 2019 edition.

Oct 12, 2023, 10:56 PM3 min read

Spain were crowned the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 champions for the first time  Image: FIFA

In recent years, women's sports have been hitting the headlines, and it's not just about the thrill of the game. The world is witnessing a remarkable surge in the value of women's sports, and it's changing the game in more ways than one. So, grab your sports jersey, and let's dive into this exciting journey of women's sports.

The Scoreboard Is Clearing Out: Value on the Rise

Women's sports have taken the world by storm, and the numbers speak volumes. Recent projections indicate that the Women's World Cup is on the verge of reaching a staggering 2 billion viewers, nearly double the viewership of the 2019 edition. A game-changer, right? But it's not just about eyeballs; it's about the dollars, too.

Swiss soccer sensation Alisha Lehmann, with her 13.4 million Instagram followers, has proved that following is worth real money. A single Instagram post by Lehmann can rake in an impressive $307,000 in media value for a sponsor, according to Nielsen Sports. The message is clear: women's sports are on the rise, and investors are taking notice.

Also Read: International women's day: 5 Indian Women who changed Indian sports

Investment Takes Center Stage

Leading the charge in recognising the untapped potential of women's sports is Entain, a high-profile gambling group with globally recognised brands like PartyCasino online casino. Entain is not just a bystander in this game; they are active participants. Their multi-year partnership with SportsAid and the Pitching In initiative is a testament to their commitment to supporting aspiring female athletes.

But it's not just about financial backing; it's about creating a fair playing field and promoting integrity. Entain understands that investing in women's sports isn't just a financial move; it's a commitment to the future of sports.

Also Read: FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 complete list of awards

From Niche to Mainstream

Women's sports have long been relegated to niche events, struggling for recognition in the male-dominated sports landscape. However, a wind of change is blowing. Younger generations of sports fans are embracing the social activism that comes hand in hand with women's sports. Women's sports inherently stand for something - think #MeToo and gender equality. Players like Megan Rapinoe, with her LGBTQ advocacy, have become role models both on and off the field. This shift is not just about the game; it's about creating a movement.

Thanks to the digital revolution, women's sports have never been more accessible. Social media, online highlights, and streaming have opened doors for fans to engage with women's sports like never before. The result? A surge in fandom and activism. Fans are not just interested in goals and victories; they are invested in the causes that women's sports represent.

The Final Score

The scoreboard is clear: women's sports are winning, and their value is skyrocketing. Viewership is up, sponsorships are pouring in, and investors are taking notice. While major men's sports leagues still hold the upper hand in terms of value, women's sports are closing the gap faster than a sprinter crossing the finish line.

With initiatives like Entain's support and a growing fanbase that demands not just thrilling games but also integrity and fairness, women's sports are on an exhilarating journey. The best part? This game is far from over, and the opportunities for fans, investors, and athletes are boundless.

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Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles

After Luis Enrique became only the sixth football manager to win the Champions League with different clubs, we present you with some interesting football facts about managers with the most UCL titles in their careers.

Jun 1, 2025, 11:35 AM5 min read

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In Europe, the Champions League is seen as the most demanding title among players, managers, and clubs from all over Europe. The Giant clubs compete for this specific trophy every year, with the prestige and financial rewards received from the tournament being among the biggest in club football.

Achieving success in this competition is usually seen by most players and managers as the benchmark of club-level achievement in Europe. For many managers, winning the Champions League is the ultimate goal.

Some managers, however, have managed to win the competition multiple times, some with multiple teams as well. Without further due, here are the interesting football facts of the five managers with the most Champions League titles.

Read Also: Barcelona 2008/09 vs Man City 2022/23 - which Pep Guardiola treble team is better?

Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles 

Pep Guardiola | 3 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles - Pep Guardiola - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Many regard Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager of his generation due to his success with all the clubs he has managed. The Spanish manager has won the competition thrice in his managerial career, two times with FC Barcelona and once with Manchester City.

Guardiola won his first Champions League title in his first season in charge of Barcelona, with his side defeating Manchester United 2-0 in 2008-09 as part of their first-ever treble. The former Barcelona midfielder was 38 years old at the time, making him the youngest manager to win the competition to date.

He won his second title two years later in the 2010-11 season, defeating the same opponent 3-1 in the final. Lionel Messi was the star of both triumphs, scoring both times.

Then he managed Bayern but wasn't able to bring any Champions League titles to the German Club. Finally, his 12-year wait came to an end when Manchester City defeated Inter Milan 1-0 in the Final of the UCL 2022-23 season.

Read Also | European treble winners in men's football history

Zinedine Zidane | 3 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Zinedine Zidane - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Zinedine Zidane led Real Madrid in its most dominant period of the 21st century. The Frenchman won three titles with Los Blancos in three years in charge of the club.

Zidane won his first title just four months after he replaced Rafael Benitez as manager of Real Madrid. He led the side to defeat Atletico Madrid on penalties in the 2015-16 final.

The next season, Real Madrid defeated Juventus 4-1 in the final for their 12th crown.

Zidane led Real Madrid to a 3-1 win over Liverpool in the 2017-18 final. The Frenchman is the only manager in history to win the competition three consecutive times. He is also the first and only French manager to win the competition to date.

Bob Paisley | 3 European Cups

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Bob Paisley - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Bob Paisley was a Liverpool soccer player, manager, and administrator for almost 50 years

No football manager demonstrated the art of leading quietly and without ego more than Bob Paisley. He won twenty trophies in nine years for Liverpool Football Club between 1974 and 1983.

He brought 3 European Cups, six League Championships (including three in a row in 1981, 1982, and 1983), three League Cups, 6 Charity Shields, one UEFA Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup.

Paisley is the only British manager to win the European Cup three times. Bob is now regarded as one of the best soccer managers of all time.

Carlo Ancelotti | 5 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Carlo Ancelotti - 5 titles - sportzpoint.com

Carlo Ancelotti is one of football's managerial greats of the 21st century. The Italian manager has won five Champions League titles in his time as a manager, having also won the competition twice as a player.

Ancelotti won his first Champions League title in the 2002-03 season with AC Milan as his side defeated Juventus on penalties in the final. He won his second title in the 2006-07 season as AC Milan defeated Liverpool 2-1.

Ancelotti won his third title with Real Madrid in the 2013-14 season after his side defeated Atlético Madrid 4-1. His fourth title came in the 2021-22 season with Real Madrid once again after a 1-0 victory over Liverpool.

He completed his fifth win in the Champions League as a manager in the 2023-24 season when Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund by 2-0 in the final.

The Italian manager is also the only manager to win all of Europe's top five leagues.

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Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles (Top Ten)

Managers No. of title wins Clubs Years won
Carlo Ancelotti 5 AC Milan, Real Madrid 2003, 2007, 2014, 2022,2024
Bob Paisley 3 Liverpool 1977, 1978, 1981
Pep Guardiola 3 Barcelona, Manchester City 2009, 2011, 2023
Zinedine Zidane 3 Real Madrid 2016, 2017, 2018
Sir Alex Ferguson 2 Manchester United 1999,2008
Jose Villalonga 2 Real Madrid 1956, 1957
Luis Carniglia 2 Real Madrid 1958, 1959
Bella Guttmann 2 Benfica 1961, 1962
Helenio Herrera 2 Inter Milan 1964, 1965
Nereo Rocco 2 AC Milan 1963, 1969
Luis Enrique 2 FC Barcelona, PSG 2015, 2025
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Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests

Journey through Indian Test cricket history to find out the 5 youngest cricketers to lead India in Tests. Learn about the early leadership and how the recently appointed test captain, Shubman Gill, joins this elite group.

Jun 1, 2025, 10:23 AM4 min read

Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com

In Test cricket, captaincy is often associated with experience and seasoned wisdom, which matters in the long format. However, young talents step up early and prove how they are worthy of leadership.

With Shubman Gill stepping up as the new test captain for India, let's take a moment to celebrate the youngest cricketers to lead India in tests.

Here we bring you the five youngest cricket to ever represent India in tests as a captain.

5. Shubman Gill (25 years 285 days) | 2025

Shubman Gill is one of the Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com
Shubman Gill representing India in tests. Image | BBC

The newest name to join this list of young Indian test captains is Shubman Gill. At the age of 25 years and 285 days, Gill became the 37th test captain of India, and is set to lead in the longest format of the game.

The Indian team will play under Gill's captaincy with the commencement of five-match test series against England on June 20, 2025. This was a major change in the test squad after the former captain, Rohit Sharma, along with Virat Kohli, announced retirement from tests.

Gill made his test debut against Australia in December 2020, and scored 1893 runs, with 5 centuries and 7 fifties so far. With this new turnaround in his career, he became the 5th youngest cricketer to lead India in tests.

Read Also: Every Test Captain of Indian Men's Test Cricket Team

4. Ravi Shastri (25 years 229 days) | 1988

Ravi Shastri is one of the Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com
Ravi Shastri representing India in tests. Image | ESPNcricinfo

A prominent all-rounder and later a successful coach for the Indian team, Ravi Shastri also briefly held the reins of Test captaincy. He took on the role at the age of 25 years and 229 days, when he led India against West Indies on January 11, 1988.

His captaincy tenure was limited to a single match, but it was a memorable one, as India secured a victory by 255 runs. Shastri scored 3830 runs and took 151 wickets in his test career, that spanned from 1981 to 1992.

3. Kapil Dev (24 years 48 days) | 1983

Kapil Dev is one of the Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com
Kapil Dev representing India in tests. Image | NDTV

The legendary all-rounder, Kapil Dev stepped into test captaincy for India at the age of 24 years and 48 days. His first match as a captain was against West Indies on February 23, 1983.

Dev captained India in 34 matches and proved how he was worthy of the position with true leadership skills at such young age. He took 434 wickets and scored 5248 runs in his test career (1978-1994).

He is still the youngest captain to win the World Cup for any team, and comes third in the list for youngest cricketers to lead India in tests.

Read Also: Most successful Test captains from India

2. Sachin Tendulkar (23 years 169 days) | 1996

Sachin Tendulkar is one of the Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com
Sachin Tendulkar representing India in tests. Image | NDTV

One of the greatest batsmen of all time, Sachin Tendulkar also had his tenure as the test captain of India at the age of 23 years and 169 days. He first took on the captaincy to lead India in a match against Australia, in 1996.

Tendulkar's captaincy journey had two phases, with him leading in 25 matches. He had an incredible test career with 15921 runs in 200 matches, which is still the highest by any batter in the world!

Read Also: 16 Indian Cricketers with stands named after them at a stadium

1. Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi (21 years 77 days) | 1962

Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi holds the first rank for Youngest Cricketers to lead India in Tests | sportzpoint.com
Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi representing India in tests. Image | Instagram

Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi remains India's youngest ever test captain, having taken the role at the age of just 21 years and 77 days! He was famously known as 'Tiger' Pataudi in the field of cricket.

He captained India in 40 matches out of his 46-match test career. Despite losing his right eye in an accident early in his career, he continued to play and lead with brilliant skills and courage.

Pataudi scored 2793 runs, smashing 6 centuries and 16 half-centuries in his test career (1961-1975).

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Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs

Real Madrid are the most successful team in UEFA Champions League history with 15 titles. Here are the football clubs with the most Champions League titles.

Jun 1, 2025, 10:23 AM9 min read

Real Madrid with their 15th UEFA Champions League title in 2023-24 season.

Europe has the best and the toughest club competition in the world. The only thing which separates an elite club from a normal club is the Champions League title. Clubs all around Europe dream of winning this competition. Clubs with the most Champions League titles earn more bragging rights than the others. Let's take a look at the top clubs that have won the most number of Champions League titles in the tournament's history.

Champions League Finalists and Winners List since 1956

Champions League winners since 1956 - sportzpoint.com

Top clubs with the most Champions League titles (3 or more)

1. Real Madrid CF (15 UCL titles)

Dortmund vs Real Madrid Champions League 2023-24 final Highlights | Real Madrid crowned champions for a record 15th time - sportzpoint.com

Everyone considers Real Madrid C.F. as the most successful club in world football. This club has achieved great heights both in recent times and in the past. Real Madrid won the first-ever European Cup in 1955-56 which was also the founding year of the competition. Back then it was formally known as the European Champion Clubs' Cup. The current format has been around since 1992. Real Madrid has won 15 UEFA Champions League titles which is more than any club in the world.

They won the tournament five consecutive times in the first five seasons of the tournament. Their recent achievement includes a three-peat of winning the UCL under Zinedine Zidane (2015-16, 2016-17 and 2017-18).

Cristiano Ronaldo was their star performer with the most impact in the competition. He further tops the chart of the most goal scorers and assists providers in the competition as well.

Also Read: Ronaldo records: Only player to be top scorer of the season in three different leagues

Real Madrid CF's Title winning years

Winning Year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1955-56 Reims 4-3 Paris
1956-57 Fiorentina 2-0 Madrid
1957-58 AC Milan 3-2(AET) Brussels
1958-59 Reims 2-0 Stuttgart
1959-60 Frankfurt 7-3 Glasgow
1965-66 Partizan 2-1 Brussels
1997-98 Juventus 0-1 Amsterdam
1999-00 Valencia 3-0 Saint-Denis
2001-02 Leverkusen 1-2 Glasgow
2013-14 Atletico Madrid 4-1(AET) Lisbon
2015-16 Atletico Madrid 1-1
(5-3) Pen
Milan
2016-17 Juventus 1-4 Cardiff
2017-18 Liverpool 3-1 Kyiv
2021-22 Liverpool 1-0 Paris
2023-24 Borussia Dortmund 2-0 London
All 15 UCL Titles of Real Madrid

2. AC Milan (7 UCL Titles)

Maldini with the most champions league titles
Paolo Maldini lifting the Champions League 2006-07 season.

AC Milan is an Italian giant with a rich history and glories. They produced players like Maldini, Dida, Nesta and many more. They dominated world football in the past few decades, but things have changed drastically since then.

Milan has fallen from the ranks of great clubs in recent times, but their UCL glory is still more than others, just behind Real Madrid. They have beaten the likes of Juventus, Liverpool, and Barcelona to win the Champions League in the past. Milan has won the Champions League 7 times in their history.

AC Milan's Title winning years

Winning Year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1962-63 Benfica 2-1 London
1968-69 Ajax 4-1 Madrid
1988-89 FSCB 4-0 Barcelona
1989-90 Benfica 1-0 Vienna
1993-94 Barcelona 4-0 Athens
2002-03 Juventus 0-0
(2-3) Pen
Manchester
2006-07 Liverpool 2-1 Athens
All 7 titles of AC Milan

Also Read: Most Champions League Goals In History

3. FC Bayern Munich (6 UCL titles)

Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs: FC Bayern Munich (6) - sportzpoint.com

Bayern Munich has been the dominant force in Europe for quite a long time. They dominate the Bundesliga and the domestic cup titles, too. Recently, they have been one of the most prominent sides in Europe to deal with. Bayern humiliated Barcelona with an 8-2 defeat in the UCL quarter-finals and won the 2019-20 Champions League, beating PSG comfortably by 1-0.

Robert Lewandowski was their main man in recent years, with the most goals. However, they have consistently produced players like Robben, Franck Ribery, Thomas Muller and others who helped them win the trebles and sextuples.

Bayern Munich's Title winning years

Winning year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1973-74 Atletico Madrid 0-4 Brussels
1974-75 Leeds 2-0 Paris
1975-76 St- Etienne 1-0 Glasgow
2000-01 Valencia 1-1
(5-4) Pen
Milan
2012-13 Borussia Dortmund 1-2 London
2019-20 PSG 0-1 Lisbon
All 6 titles of FC Bayern Munich

4. Liverpool FC (6 UCL titles)

Liverpool FC Honours List - This Is Anfield
Trophy Cabinet of Liverpool including 6 UCL titles. Image - This is Anfield

Liverpool has turned the tables beautifully in recent times. They were a great force in the European competition but suddenly went numb. Liverpool had a rough patch where they went trophyless for many years. With the appointment of Jurgen Klopp as manager, Liverpool slowly redeemed themselves. In the 2017-18 season, they reached the UCL finals but failed to win against Real Madrid.

Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs - Liverpool FC (6) - sportzpoint.com

Next season they came back stronger, from a 3-0 defeat in the first leg to win 4-0 in the second leg and knocked Barcelona out of the UCL semis. Liverpool went on to be the champions defeating Spurs by 2-0 in the all-English final to win their 6th UCL trophy. Their great comeback against Milan in 2005 at Istanbul still gives goosebumps to every football fan.

Liverpool's Title winning years

Winning year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1976-77 Monchengladbach 3-1 Rome
1977-78 Club Brugge 1-0 London
1980-81 Real Madrid 1-0 Paris
1983-84 Roma 1-1
(2-4) Pen
Rome
2004-05 AC Milan 3-3
(2-3) Pen
Istanbul
2018-19 Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Madrid
All 6 titles of Liverpool FC

5. FC Barcelona (5 UCL Titles)

5 Most Successful Clubs in European Cup/Champions League History | ht_media
FC Barcelona bagging their 5th UCL title. Image - 90MIN

FC Barcelona are one of the biggest clubs in Europe with a great history in the UCL. They have won the title 5 times, while three of them came in the last decade. Their famous Lamasia - The FC Barcelona academy produced world-class players at the time. Players like Andres Iniesta, Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Gerard Pique and many more were a part of the academy.

Coach Pep Guardiola conquered the world with some beautiful football. He managed to win both the Treble and Sextuple during his reign. A few years later Luis Enrique guided them to their 5th UCL title and also a treble. That was Barcelona's last high run in the UCL. After that, they have faced some problems and have not been able to continue their dominance in European football.

Read Also: Top 10: Most Free-kick Goals In Football History

FC Barcelona's Title winning years

Winning Year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1991-92 Sampdoria 0-1(AET) London
2005-06 Arsenal 2-1 Saint-Denis
2008-09 Manchester United 2-0 Rome
2010-11 Manchester United 3-1 London
2014-15 Juventus 1-3 Berlin
All 5 Titles of Barcelona

6. Ajax (4 UCL Titles)

Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs - Ajax | sportzpoint.com

AFC Ajax has a great history. They are the only team to win the UCL 4 times which is not from the top 5 leagues. Football maestro Johan Cruyff was from this team, he later changed the definition of playing football. Introducing Tiki-taka football to the world, Ajax had a great run in the past. He later influenced Barcelona to play that type of football which brought them huge success in the end.

They last won the title in 1995 when the likes of Van der Sar, and Rijkaard used to play for them. Since then they have reached the UCL semifinal in 2019 upsetting big teams and then lost to the Spurs in the semifinal in the dying minutes. Ajax's run is considered one of the greatest underdogs in the history of the UEFA Champions League.

Ajax's Title winning years

Winning year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1970-71 Panathinaikos 2-0 London
1971-72 Internazionale 2-0 Rotterdam
1972-73 Juventus 1-0 Belgrade
1994-95 AC Milan 1-0 Vienna
All 4 titles of AFC Ajax

7. Manchester United (3 UCL Titles)

Manchester United's 2007/08 Champions League Winners – sportzpoint.com

Manchester United one of the greatest clubs in the world has won three Champions League titles. They looked like the best team in the world during their reign. Players like David Beckham, Ryan Gigs, and Wayne Rooney were part of the golden team when United lifted their 3rd European title. Sir Alex Ferguson, the manager of this team is one of the greatest ever in the history of the sport. He introduced one of the recent footballing greats Cristiano Ronaldo in top-flight football, who was also part of that 2007-08 team.

Manchester United have also won the treble and enlisted themselves in an elite list in World Football. Since then they qualified for two Champions League finals but faced defeat against FC Barcelona.

Read Also: 10 Most FA Cup Winners List: FA Cup in detail

Manchester United's Title winning years

Winning Year Opponent Team Scoreline Venue
1967-68 Benfica 4-1(AET) London
1998-99 Bayern Munich 2-1 Barcelona
2007-08 Chelsea 1-1
(6-5)Pen
Moscow
All 3 titles of Manchester United

8. Internazionale (3 UCL Titles)

Intermilan's 3rd UCL title
Inter with their 3rd UCL Trophy. Image - UEFA

Internazionale won two of their three trophies back in the 1960s. Since then, they have been having a disappointing year in and year out. Their recent UCL title was in 2009-10 when Jose Mourinho took charge. They were not the favourites in that season, yet they went on to win the UCL.

Jose Mourinho at that time was emerging as one of the best coaches in the world. He played typical defensive football, frustrating his opponents, which created mistakes. They capitalised on those mistakes and went on to win their 3rd Champions League. They defeated the heavyweights Barcelona in the semis and Bayern Munich in the final to clinch their title.

Internazionale's Title winning years

Winning Year Opponent team Scoreline Venue
1963-64 Real Madrid 3-1 Vienna
1964-65 Benfica 1-0 Milan
2009-10 Bayern Munich 0-2 Madrid
All 3 titles of Inter Milan

Clubs with less than three Champions League titles:

Teams No. of UCL Titles Winning Year
Juventus 2 1984-85; 1995-96
Chelsea 2 2011-12; 2020-21
Benfica 2 1960-61; 1960-62
FC Porto 2 1986-87; 2003-04
Nottm Forest 2 1978-79; 1979-80
Feyenoord 1 1969-70
Crvena Zvezda 1 1990-91
Aston Villa 1 1981-82
Marseille 1 1992-93
Hamburg 1 1982-83
Celtic 1 1966-67
FCSB 1 1985-86
PSV 1 1987-88
Borussia Dortmund 1 1996-97
Manchester City 1 2022-23
PSG 1 2024-25
Teams with less than 3 Champions Leagues
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Most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL

AB de Villiers has the record for winning the most P.O.T. awards in IPL history. Among Indians, Rohit Sharma has won the most player of the match awards in the tournament.

Jun 1, 2025, 9:57 AM4 min read

Most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com

While team victories are the ultimate goal in IPL, the 'Player of the Match' (P.O.T.M) award is the direct recognition of a player's game-changing performance.

Winning P.O.T.M a couple of times shows how a player has outshined the rest and truly dominated the game. We will now explore the players with most P.O.T.M awards in IPL.

Keep an eye out, as Rohit Sharma is remarkably close to reaching the top.

1. AB de Villiers (25 P.O.T.M Awards)

AB de Villiers had the Most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
AB de Villiers holding his M.O.M for RCB in a match in IPL 2021. Image | Firstpost

The "Mr. 360" of cricket, AB de Villiers, holds the most P.O.T.M awards in IPL history with 25 awards throughout his career with DC and primarily Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Whether it was fast paced fifties or scorching hundreds, his impact was undeniable. His IPL career spanned from 2008-2021, and yet no one could match his numbers in terms of Player of the match awards.

Read Also: Most sixes hit by any batter in IPL history

2. Chris Gayle (22 P.O.T.M Awards)

Chris Gayle has the second-most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
Chris Gayle receiving the P.O.T.M award for his spectacular knock of 175 runs off 66 balls in IPL 2013. Image | BBC

Whether it's the list of most sixes in IPL or highest individual scores, this West Indies legend always finds his spot in the top for all of them. Chris Gayle has the second-most P.O.T.M awards in IPL with 22 awards in total.

He played for franchises like KKR, PBKS, and RCB, and won multiple awards at his prime years like 2011 (smashed 2 centuries), 2012 (claimed the Orange Cap) and of course, 2013, where he scored the monumental 175* against PWI.

3. Rohit Sharma (21 P.O.T.M Awards)

Rohit Sharma has the third-most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
Rohit Sharma receiving the P.O.T.M award for his performance against GT in Eliminator of IPL 2025. Image | Instagram

Rohit Sharma is the Indian player with most P.O.T.M awards in IPL and the third-highest in this list. He received 21 awards and is just an award away to equal Gayle's number. 

Sharma received 2 P.O.T.M awards in IPL 2025; one for his 75* (45 balls) against CSK in league stage, and the other for his 81 runs off 50 balls against GT in IPL Eliminator.

As Mumbai Indians are set to play the Qualifier 2 this season, there's high chances of Rohit bagging another one (or maybe 2).

Read Also: 16 Indian Cricketers with stands named after them at a stadium

4. Virat Kohli (19 P.O.T.M Awards)

Virat Kohli has the fourth-most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
Virat Kohli receiving Super Striker of the match award along with P.O.T.M award in IPL 2021. Image | Twitter

One of the most consistent run-scorer and match-winner for RCB, Virat Kohli stands fourth with an impressive 19 P.O.T.M awards in IPL. He is like the heart of the team and doesn't need awards to measure his greatness.

Kohli has won a P.O.T.M award in IPL 2025 for his unbeaten 73 runs against Punjab Kings. He has scored 8 half-centuries so far this season and there might be another loading as RCB is set to play the Final.

Kohli received multiple P.O.T.M awards during the 2016 season where he scored the record-breaking 973 runs.

Read Also: IPL 2025: RCB batters create this unique history before the playoffs

5. David Warner (18 P.O.T.M Awards)

David Warner has the fifth-most M.O.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
David Warner receiving a P.O.T.M Award in IPL 2022. Image | Instagram

The Australian legend, David Warner, had an incredible journey in IPL. He was the key player of every franchise that he represented, such as Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. He won 18 P.O.T.M awards in IPL.

He has also been a three-times orange cap winner (2015, 2017, 2019), which tells a lot about his career peak in IPL and the shower of P.O.T.M awards in those years.

6. MS Dhoni (18 P.O.T.M Awards)

MS Dhoni has the fifth-most P.O.T.M Awards in IPL | sportzpoint.com
MS Dhoni receiving the P.O.T.M award for his performance against LSG in IPL 2025. Image | NDTV

The five-time IPL winning captain, MS Dhoni, equals the number of P.O.T.M awards as Warner with 18 awards in IPL. His unparallel impact, captaincy, and match finishing abilities has earned him this high count of awards.

In IPL 2025, Dhoni won the P.O.T.M award by delivering a match-winning knock of 26* runs off just 11 balls against LSG, which also made him the oldest player to win a P.O.T.M award in IPL history, at the age of 43 years and 280 days.

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PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final: 5 star PSG becomes the 24th team to win Champions League

Get the highlights of the PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final at the Munich Football Arena in Munich as PSG defeated Inter by 5-0 to become the 24th team to win the Champions League.

May 31, 2025, 9:27 PM1 min read

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Hello and welcome to the final night of an extraordinary season we have had. Welcome to the night of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final

This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the LIVE coverage of the PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final match, scheduled to take place at the Munich Football Arena in Munich. 

PSG, who are looking for the first-ever Champions League trophy, defeated Arsenal in the semi-final to enter the final. In the meantime, Inter Milan are going for their fourth UCL title after being defeated by Manchester City in the 2023 final. They have qualified for the final, beating Barcelona in a Champions League classic.

Luis Enrique, as a coach, is looking for a second treble after winning it with FC Barcelona in 2015. Meanwhile, Inter Milan player Lautaro Martinez will be looking to complete his circle of being a World Cup and Champions League winner tonight. 

So stay tuned as we take you through a historic night of football. Enjoy the coverage.

LIVE Updates

May 31, 2025, 7:01 PM

Final Score

May 31, 2025, 9:28 PM

Thank you!

Thank you for staying with us throughout the season. Congratulations to all the PSG fans for the historic night. For Inter fans, next season will be a brighter one. 

Good night everyone. See you during the FIFA Club World Cup.

May 31, 2025, 9:14 PM

Long Live, Xana

May 31, 2025, 9:14 PM

Finally for Marquinhos

PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final: 5 star PSG becomes the 24th team to win Champions League

May 31, 2025, 9:10 PM

CHAMPIONS FOR THE FIRST TIME

PSG win the Champions League 2024-25 | sportzpoint.com

May 31, 2025, 9:06 PM

They were!

May 31, 2025, 9:01 PM

Munich, home for new champions

May 31, 2025, 9:00 PM

More on Enrique

May 31, 2025, 8:59 PM

May 31, 2025, 8:58 PM

PSG become 24th Champions League winners!

May 31, 2025, 8:51 PM

Full time | PSG 5-0 INT

PSG win the Champions League for the first time ever!

May 31, 2025, 8:50 PM

90' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Hakimi.

May 31, 2025, 8:49 PM

The treble guy!

May 31, 2025, 8:48 PM

HISTORY!

May 31, 2025, 8:48 PM

86' | It is 5-0! | PSG 5-0 INT

Mayulu

Sensational. 

What a way to win the first-ever Champions League!

Mayulu scores the fifth one with a left-footed rocket from close range. Barcola with the assist. 

The part has started. 

May 31, 2025, 8:45 PM

84' | Triple change for PSG

In: Ramos, Zaïre Emery, Mayulu

Out: Kvaratskhelia, Ruiz, Neves

May 31, 2025, 8:43 PM

Golden boy!

May 31, 2025, 8:42 PM

Only if you are a PSG fan!

May 31, 2025, 8:42 PM

81' | Barcola misses the chance

Wonderful skill from Barcola, but he could not have the perfect finish. 

He hits the side net and chance gone to make it 5-0

May 31, 2025, 8:38 PM

78' | Change for PSG

In: Hernandez

Out: Mendes

May 31, 2025, 8:37 PM

Same as UCL trophy!

May 31, 2025, 8:36 PM

76' | Save from Donnarumma

Donnarumma denies Thuram. Not a good night for Thuram and PSG. Top class save from the Italian. 

May 31, 2025, 8:34 PM

73' | KKVVVVVVARRRRTSHELIIIAAAAA | PSG 4-0 INT

Kvaratskhelia scored PSG's fourth goal vs Inter Milan in the UCL 2025 final - sportzpoint.com

Inter is cooked. 

This is one-sided now. 

Threading pass from Dembele and the Georgian kept going closer to Sommer, before sending the ball past him

Homecoming for PSG.

PSG 4-0 INT

May 31, 2025, 8:32 PM

Magician

May 31, 2025, 8:31 PM

71' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Acerbi for a foul on Neves

May 31, 2025, 8:31 PM

70' | Change for Inter

In: Asllani

Out: Calhanoglu

May 31, 2025, 8:29 PM

69' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Thuram for a foul on Ruiz.

May 31, 2025, 8:28 PM

RUTHLESS

May 31, 2025, 8:27 PM

66' | Change for PSG

In: Barcola

Out: Doue

May 31, 2025, 8:23 PM

63' | DDDDDDDDDOUUUUUUEEEEEEEE | PSG 3-0 INT

Desrie Doue became the youngest player to score and assist in a UCL Final - sportzpoint.com

Doue's dream night continues. 

Attack initiated by Vitinha and finished by Doue. 

He gets the yellow card for taking his shirt off. 

PSG 3-0 INT

May 31, 2025, 8:23 PM

62' | Double change for Inter

In: Augusto, Darmian

Out: Bisseck, Mkhitaryan

May 31, 2025, 8:22 PM

61' | Hakimi's shot is blocked

Wow, that was magical from Hakimi. 

He went through the defence and went for the shot from the right. Acrebi blocked the shot and it is a corner for PSG.

May 31, 2025, 8:20 PM

60' | Easy for Donnarumma

A few players are down on ground as Donnarumma made an easy save.

May 31, 2025, 8:18 PM

58' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Inter coach Inzaghi for dissent. 

May 31, 2025, 8:17 PM

Acrobatic!

May 31, 2025, 8:16 PM

56' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Zalewski for a foul on Ruiz. 

May 31, 2025, 8:16 PM

55' | Block from Marquinhos

Inter with a corner had a chance to score. The partly saved ball from Donnarumma went straight to Barella, whose volley was blocked by Marquinhos

May 31, 2025, 8:14 PM

54' | Changes for Inter

In: Bisseck, Zalewski

Out: Dimarco, Pavard

May 31, 2025, 8:11 PM

50' | Chance for Kvaratskhelia

Another chance for Kvaratskhelia to score. This time, he could not control his shot inside the box as he fell down while making the effort. 

May 31, 2025, 8:10 PM

Changes coming?

Zalewski, Bisseck, Augusto, Zieliński and Frattesi are warming up for Inter.

May 31, 2025, 8:08 PM

48' | Too long

A team which has scored more than 1/3rd of its goals from set pieces misses another chance. 

Too long from Calhanoglu this time, and another chance gone for Inter. 

May 31, 2025, 8:07 PM

47' | Foul

Pacho fouls Thuram and it is a free-kick for Inter.

May 31, 2025, 8:07 PM

46' | Kvaratskhelia misses the target

It looks so easy for PSG. Kvaratskhelia easily broke through and entered the final third. 

His left-footed close-range shot missed the target by a whisker.

May 31, 2025, 8:06 PM

46' | Second half starts!

No changes from both teams.

May 31, 2025, 8:05 PM

Serious talent!

May 31, 2025, 8:02 PM

Can you name all the UCL winners since 1956?

May 31, 2025, 7:49 PM

Half-time | PSG 2-0 INT

Not a good 45 minutes if you are an Inter fan. Great joyus half for PSG. 

May 31, 2025, 7:48 PM

45+1' | Doue appologies

Greedy from the 19-year-old star. 

Though he had runners on both sides of him, he decided to take a chance with the shot. 

Sommer made an easy save of the weak shot from him.

May 31, 2025, 7:47 PM

Two minutes added

2 minutes added to the first half.

May 31, 2025, 7:46 PM

44' | Chance for Dembele

Huge let off for Inter. Dimarco did not have any clue where Demebel was. 

At the far post, he was open for a close-range shot. But he missed the target. 

May 31, 2025, 7:44 PM

Can he turn things around?

Marcus Thuram missed a chance for Inter Milan vs PSG in the UCL final - sportzpoint.com

May 31, 2025, 7:42 PM

39' | No final shot from Inter

They are doing better by sending a few crosses from both sides. 

But, with PSG defence working in harmony, they have not been able to get the final shot on target. 

May 31, 2025, 7:40 PM

He can sniff another treble!

May 31, 2025, 7:39 PM

37' | Chance for Thuram

Chance for Thuram

Genuine chance for Inter and Thuram.

At the far post, from the corner, he should hit the target from there. 

Another chance gone begging for them.

May 31, 2025, 7:38 PM

34' | Inter not getting enough space

Inter's top three have not got enough ball and space to work with in the final third. 

May 31, 2025, 7:35 PM

On record books!

May 31, 2025, 7:34 PM

Incase you missed that volley!

PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final LIVE updates, news, scores and free commentary | Doue doubles the lead for PSG; PSG 2-0 INT

May 31, 2025, 7:32 PM

29' | Inter looking better now

Positive few minutes for Inter Milan. 

First, they had forced Hakimi to make a mistake. Then Thuram was able to make a few entries in the final third. 

May 31, 2025, 7:27 PM

That volley from Doue!

May 31, 2025, 7:26 PM

More on Hakimi

May 31, 2025, 7:25 PM

23' | Acerbi misses the chance

First chance for Inter after a long time. 

From Calhanoglu's corner kick, Acerbi had jumped high enough to beat his marker. But could not keep the header down for the goal. 

May 31, 2025, 7:23 PM

20' | DOOOOOOOOOUUUEEEEEEEEE | PSG 2-0 INT

PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final LIVE updates, news, scores and free commentary | Doue doubles the lead for PSG; PSG 2-0 INT

Wooow! 

What a start for PSG!

Unfortuante for Inter Milan and Dimarco. 

Mendes kept the ball in, and Dembele's lofted ball went straight to Doue, who went for the volley.

Doue's volley took a deflection from Dimarco and went straight in. 

PSG 2-0 INT

May 31, 2025, 7:20 PM

17' | Kvaratskhelia misses the target

Kvaratskhelia misses the target with a right-footed shot from outside the box. 

Mendes served him a good ball, but his shot did not curl enough to finish inside the goal. 

May 31, 2025, 7:17 PM

Legend!

May 31, 2025, 7:15 PM

12' | HHHHHHHHAAAAAAKKKKIIIIIMMMMIIII | PSG 1-0 INT

PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final LIVE updates, news, scores and free commentary | Hakimi gives PSG lead; PSG 1-0 INT

Hakimi gives PSG the lead. Against his former team, he decides not to celebrate. 

Threading pass from Vitinha and Doue, just had to turn to give the pass to Hakimi on the other side of the box to split the Inter defence. 

Top class team goal. 

PSG 1-0 INT

May 31, 2025, 7:13 PM

The Nerazzurri are wearing black armbands following the passing of Ernesto Pellegrini, who was the President of Inter for eleven years.

May 31, 2025, 7:12 PM

10' | Sommer makes a save

Save from Sommer, who has been one of the best players for Inter this season. Timid effort from Doué.

May 31, 2025, 7:09 PM

8' | Chance for PSG

Vitiniha's free-kick was not negotiated well by Inter, and then the ball returned to him on the right. Vitinha's lofted ball for Marquinhos was just a bit long. 

May 31, 2025, 7:08 PM

Superstitions!

May 31, 2025, 7:07 PM

May 31, 2025, 7:04 PM

3' | Attack from PSG

Doué had the chance to enter the box but fouled Çalhanoğlu in the way and gave away the chance.

May 31, 2025, 7:01 PM

1' Kick-off!

Here we go!

The grandest night of European football. 

May 31, 2025, 7:00 PM

Handshakes are done!

We are ready to start!

May 31, 2025, 6:49 PM

Let's Go!

May 31, 2025, 6:48 PM

She will be there in soul, for sure!

May 31, 2025, 6:47 PM

Ready to roar!

May 31, 2025, 6:45 PM

The silverware

May 31, 2025, 6:26 PM

Lineups | Inter Milan

INTER (3-5-2): Sommer; Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Lautaro

Substitutes: Di Gennaro, J. Martinez, De Vrij, Zielinski, Arnautovic, Frattesi, Asllani, Carlos Augusto, Bisseck, Darmian, Zalewski, Taremi

May 31, 2025, 6:24 PM

Lineups | PSG

PSG (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia

Substitutes: Safonov, Tenas, Kimpembe, Gonçalo Ramos, Kang-in Lee, Lucas Hernandez, Mayulu, Barcola, Zaïre Emery, Beraldo, Mbaye

May 31, 2025, 7:16 AM

Inter's road to final!

Matchday Date Opponent Result
Group Stage 19.09.2024 Manchester City 0:0
Group Stage 02.10.2024 Red Star 4:0
Group Stage 24.10.2024 BSC Young Boys 0:1
Group Stage 07.11.2024 Arsenal 1:0
Group Stage 27.11.2024 RB Leipzig 1:0
Group Stage 11.12.2024 Bayer Leverkusen 0:1
Group Stage 23.01.2025 Sparta Prague 0:1
Group Stage 30.01.2025 Monaco 3:0
Last 16 1st Leg 05.03.2025 Feyenoord 0:2
Last 16 2nd Leg 12.03.2025 Feyenoord 2:1
Quarter-Finals 1st Leg 09.04.2025 Bayern Munich 1:2
Quarter-Finals 2nd Leg 17.04.2025 Bayern Munich 2:2
Semi-Finals 1st Leg 01.05.2025 Barcelona 3:3
Semi-Finals 2nd Leg 07.05.2025 Barcelona 4:3 AET

May 31, 2025, 7:12 AM

PSG's road to Final!

Matchday Date Opponent Result
Group Stage 19.09.2024 Girona FC 1:0
Group Stage 02.10.2024 Arsenal FC 0:2
Group Stage 23.10.2024 PSV Eindhoven 1:1
Group Stage 07.11.2024 Atlético de Madrid 1:2
Group Stage 27.11.2024 Bayern Munich 0:1
Group Stage 11.12.2024 Red Bull Salzburg 3:0
Group Stage 23.01.2025 Manchester City 4:2
Group Stage 30.01.2025 VfB Stuttgart 4:1
Intermediate Stage 1st Leg 11.02.2025 Stade Brestois 29 3:0
Intermediate Stage 2nd Leg 20.02.2025 Stade Brestois 29 7:0
Last 16 1st Leg 06.03.2025 Liverpool FC 0:1
Last 16 2nd Leg 12.03.2025 Liverpool FC 1:5 (pen)
Quarter-Finals 1st Leg 10.04.2025 Aston Villa 3:1
Quarter-Finals 2nd Leg 16.04.2025 Aston Villa 2:3
Semi-Finals 1st Leg 30.04.2025 Arsenal FC 1:0
Semi-Finals 2nd Leg 08.05.2025 Arsenal FC 2:1

May 31, 2025, 7:05 AM

PSG vs Inter Milan: Head-to-head stats

Interestingly, this would be the first time both PSG and Inter Milan would face each other in their history. Imagine, you are playing a team for the first time, and that too, in a Champions League final.

May 31, 2025, 7:02 AM

Tonight's venue | Munich Football Arena

Munich Football Arena - UCL 2025 final - sportzpoint.com

May 31, 2025, 7:01 AM

How to watch the UCL final in India?

Football fans from India can watch the PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 final LIVE on Sony Sports Network Television Channels. Moreover, they can also stream the match LIVE on Sony LIV app and website. 

May 31, 2025, 7:00 AM

Match Details

Match: PSG vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Final

Date: 1 June 2025

Time: 12.30 am IST

Venue: Munich Football Arena, Munich

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