Black Tuesday for Sporting Legends: Ronaldo, Messi, Dhoni, and LeBron All Crumble on April 30
April 30, 2025, will go down as one of the most sobering days in modern sports memory. Four of the world’s most iconic athletes—Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, M.S.
Dhoni, and LeBron James—each saw their teams knocked out of major competitions in stunning fashion, triggering reactions ranging from heartbreak to harsh public scrutiny.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Trophyless Again After Al-Nassr Collapse
Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of silverware with Al-Nassr came to another bitter end after a 3-2 loss to Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League semi-final. Despite boasting 75% possession and fielding stars like ex-Liverpool forward Sadio Mané and former Arsenal midfielder Marcelo Brozović, the Saudi side failed to convert dominance into victory.
