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Controversy stalks sparkling sprint talent Richardson | The Express Tribune
PARIS:
Sha’Carri Richardson’s talent is not in doubt as her stunning 100 metres world title in 2023 proved, but the American star is also like a moth to a flame when it comes to controversy.
The 25-year-old just cannot escape sparking headlines off the track.
Richardson was controversially barred from the delayed Tokyo Olympics in 2021 after testing positive for marijuana following her victory at the US trials.
She arrives in Tokyo for the defence of the world crown on the back of another headline-making incident.
She spent a night in jail after being arrested for domestic violence when she had an altercation with her boyfriend, fellow sprinter Christian Coleman, at an airport before this year’s US trials in August.
She scratched from the 100m at the trials and failed to reach the final in the 200m, but her place in the team for Tokyo was assured as a defending champion, although her best 100m time this season of 11.05sec leaves her way outside the favourites.
Coleman, who will be in Japan too as a member of the men’s sprint relay team, refused to press charges and defended her.
“She has things that she needs to work on for herself of course. So do I, so do you, so does everybody,” he told AFP.
Richardson later apologised to Coleman and admitted she was seeking help.
“I’m taking this time to not only see myself but get myself a certain level of help that overall is going to reflect who I truly am in my heart and my spirit,” she said.
‘We crave authenticity’
Richardson could not cut a more contrasting figure to that of her compatriot, Olympic 200m champion Gabby Thomas, although both hail from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The clean-cut Thomas is a Harvard graduate, brought up by a single mother, who was then a teacher and is now a professor.
Richardson, who has cultivated a striking image with long multi-coloured nails and tattooed arms, was brought up by her grandmother Betty Harp and an aunt.
“My family has kept me grounded,” she has said.
However, while Thomas — who will sit out these championships due to injury — had a loving mother, Richardson yearned for that maternal love.
In her apology to Coleman she revealed “due to my past trauma and pain, I was blind and blocked off to not only receive it (unconditional love), but give it.”
In a video posting in 2023, she explained: “Not having that bond of my biological mother during the transition of me getting older… I think that’s what really got me.
“She was supposed to be my world and now that she wasn’t there I usually asked myself ‘Why I’m I here?’
“It really took me to a very dark place. When I was a junior in high school, I tried to commit suicide.”
Richardson has a tendancy of shooting from the hip and her hackles are easily raised.
Such was the case in a bitter break-up with her one-time Jamaican girlfriend, 100m hurdler Janeek Brown, with whom she became embroiled in a bitter claim and counter-claim of mental, physical and verbal abuse.
Brown said Richardson’s going public about the relationship had been “malicious and calculated.”
It was a far cry from happier times when Richardson delighted Brown by sporting LGBTQ+ colours after winning the 100m at the US trials in 2021.
Nevertheless Richardson has plenty of people who admire her for wearing her heart on her sleeve.
One of those is US track legend Michael Johnson.
“The thing with Sha’Carri is her purpose, talent and personality make her very interesting to watch,” he told The Times last year.
“She is out there and can be abrasive, but she can be very charming too.
“She is a reflection of where society is heading. We crave authenticity and we don’t want fake anymore.”
LAHORE: LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday confirmed that Sri Lanka will visit Pakistan for a three-match One Day International (ODI) series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 11 to 15.
The Sri Lanka ODI series will precede their participation in Pakistan’s maiden T20I tri-series, scheduled from November 17 to 29, which will also feature Afghanistan, as previously confirmed by the PCB.
This ODI series will mark Sri Lanka’s first bilateral tour to Pakistan since 2019, when Sarfaraz Ahmed’s side defeated the visitors 2-0 in a three-match series, with the first ODI in Karachi abandoned due to rain.
Sri Lanka’s most recent visit to Pakistan was in 2023, during the ACC Asia Cup, where they played against Afghanistan in Lahore.
Earlier, Pakistan had confirmed hosting two ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 matches against South Africa and six white-ball fixtures from 12 October to 8 November.
Following the red-ball matches, both teams will compete in three T20 Internationals (T20Is), scheduled from October 28 to November 1.
The tour will conclude with a three-match ODI series from November 4 to 8, all to be hosted at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad.
Full International Schedule: Pakistan (12 October – 29 November)
South Africa Tour of Pakistan
- 12–16 October: First Test – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 20–24 October: Second Test – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 28 October: First T20I – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 31 October: Second T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 1 November: Third T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 4 November: First ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
- 6 November: Second ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
- 8 November: Third ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan
- 11 November: First ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 13 November: Second ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 15 November: Third ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Tri-series T20I Tournament (Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka)
- 17 November: Pakistan v Afghanistan – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 19 November: Sri Lanka v Afghanistan – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 22 November: Pakistan v Sri Lanka – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 23 November: Pakistan v Afghanistan – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 25 November: Sri Lanka v Afghanistan – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 27 November: Pakistan v Sri Lanka – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 29 November: Final – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
England entered the record books by registering their largest-ever victory against South Africa in the third One-Day International (ODI) at the Rose Bowl.
Chasing a massive total of 415, England bundled out the Proteas for just 72 runs, securing a 342-run win — the largest winning margin by runs in the history of the 50-over format.
This triumph surpasses India’s previous record of a 317-run victory over Sri Lanka in 2023 and also becomes England’s biggest-ever ODI win, eclipsing their 242-run win against Australia in Nottingham in 2018.
Batting first, England posted a mammoth total thanks to outstanding performances from their top order.
| Team | Margin | Opposition | Date |
| England | 342 | South Africa | September 7, 2025 |
| India | 317 | Sri Lanka | January 15, 2023 |
| Australia | 309 | Netherlands | October 25, 2023 |
| Zimbabwe | 304 | US | June 26, 2023 |
| India | 302 | Sri Lanka | November 2, 2023 |
Jacob Bethell starred with 110 off 82 deliveries, while Joe Root contributed a classy 100 off 96 balls.
Opening batter Jamie Smith added 62 off 48 deliveries, and wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler blazed his way to 62 off just 32 balls.
South Africa struggled against England’s relentless bowling attack. Corbin Bosch top-scored with 20 off 32 deliveries as the Proteas were dismissed in 20.5 overs.
Captain Temba Bavuma was forced to sit out the innings due to a left calf strain sustained while fielding.
For England, Jofra Archer was the standout with figures of 4/18 in nine overs.
Spinner Adil Rashid claimed three wickets, while Brydon Carse chipped in with two wickets, ensuring a comprehensive demolition of the South African batting lineup.
Real Madrid are looking at Bayern Munich‘s Dayot Upamecano and Liverpool‘s Ibrahima Konaté as free-agent signings, while Federico Chiesa is linked with a move to Turkey. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– A move for Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano is being lined up by Real Madrid, according to Bild. Los Blancos are interested in signing the 26-year-old, who entered the final year of his contract at the Allianz Arena in the summer, as they continue to identify future options to reinforce their defence. The Bundesliga champions are expected to prioritise signing Upamecano to a new deal by beginning negotiations soon. Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano reports that the LaLiga club are also looking at Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté. The Reds are yet to secure the 26-year-old’s future at Anfield beyond the summer of 2026, and after Real Madrid made an enquiry in the summer, they are prepared to make another move if an opportunity arises to sign him as a free agent.
– Besiktas have had an approach for Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa dismissed, reports Fabrizio Romano. The Super Lig are keen to sign a winger before the transfer window closes on Friday, but the Reds are unwilling to consider a loan offer for the 27-year-old. Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling, 30, is also on the radar of clubs in Turkey, but he is yet to make a final decision on his future as the Blues look to part ways with him.
– There are no plans by Barcelona to send on-loan winger Marcus Rashford back to Manchester United in January despite reports, according to The Sun. The Blaugrana and manager Hansi Flick are “still giving their full support” to the 27-year-old, who has played 95 minutes across three LaLiga matches. An option clause in the loan deal agreed with the Red Devils would allow him to be signed for a fee of £30 million.
– AC Milan want Christian Pulisic to sign a new contract, reports Calciomercato. The Rossoneri have made contact with the 26-year-old’s representatives as they look to agree a new four-year deal, with manager Massimiliano Allegri considering the 26-year-old to be a key part of his project. The Serie A club are also aware of interest from other clubs. Pulisic turned down a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr in the summer.
– Lazio remain keen on free agent winger Lorenzo Insigne, according to Calciomercato. The 34-year-old has been without a club since leaving Toronto FC in the summer, and he has his sights set on a return to Serie A. The club’s hierarchy are exploring options to improve their financial situation to make a deal possible, and they could have to offload players.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Several clubs are keeping tabs on the progress of on-loan Aston Villa winger Jadon Sancho. (Football Insider)
– Al Shabab are keen on signing free agent midfielder Oriol Romeu. (Marca)
– Barcelona want to sign defender Eric Garcia to a new five-year contract, with hopes of getting the deal over the line before Christmas. (Diario Sport)
– Clubs in MLS are interested in free agent striker Patrick Bamford, who recently left Leeds United (Football Insider)
– Al Qadsiah have agreed a deal to sign Al Nassr attacking midfielder Otavio, who is expected to sign a two-year contract. (Fabrizio Romano)
– AC Milan midfielder Yacine Adli is closing in on a switch to Al Shabab. (Sport Italia)
– Tottenham Hotspur are willing to listen to offers for midfielder Yves Bissouma in the January transfer window. (Football Insider)
– A deal worth €20 million has been agreed by Neom SC to sign Bahia forward Lucho Rodriguez. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Talks are ongoing between Lazio and Anderlecht regarding a move for defender Jan-Carlo Simic. (Calciomercato)
– Juventus full-back Jonas Rouhi is set to join Westerlo on loan. (Fabrizio Romano)
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