Cricket & Boxing Writer
Raja Waheed
Raja Waheed is a sports writer focused on cricket, with a particular eye for players, records and all-time rankings, and a long-running sideline covering boxing and combat sports. He has contributed player features, lists and analysis across the SportsMonkie network.
Articles by Raja Waheed (68)
Amazing Facts About Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is boxing's only eight-division world champion, rose from deep poverty, and served as a Philippine senator. Here are the most amazing facts.
C.K. Nayudu: India's First Test Cricket Captain
C.K. Nayudu captained India in its first Test in 1932 and became the first cricketer to win the Padma Bhushan. Meet the tiger of Indian cricket.
Best Spin Bowlers in Current Cricket: Top Active Spinners
The best active spin bowlers in cricket right now — ranked by impact across Test, ODI, and T20 formats, with a look at what makes each one exceptional.
Most Followed Cricketers on Instagram in 2023
Virat Kohli is the most followed cricketer on Instagram by a large margin, with several other Indian players and global stars also commanding huge followings.
Most Popular Cricketers in the World: All-Time Fan Favourites
Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli rank among the most popular cricketers ever, with Imran Khan, MS Dhoni, and Brian Lara also drawing huge followings.
Best Women Cricketers of All Time: Legends of the Game
The greatest women cricketers in history — from Belinda Clark and Charlotte Edwards to Ellyse Perry and Smriti Mandhana — and what made each one exceptional.
Imam-ul-Haq Biography: Pakistan's Left-Handed Opener
Imam-ul-Haq is a Pakistani left-handed opener known for consistent ODIs. He debuted in 2017 and ranks among Pakistan's most reliable white-ball batters.
Best Female MMA Athletes of All Time: The Definitive List
The greatest female MMA fighters include Amanda Nunes, Ronda Rousey, and Valentina Shevchenko, athletes who transformed women's combat sports.
Most Double Centuries in Test Cricket: Top 20 Scorers of All Time
Don Bradman leads all batters with the most double centuries in Test cricket. See the top scorers, the feats defining greatness, and what 200 demands.
Richest Cricketers in the World: Who Tops the List?
The wealthiest cricketers have built fortunes through contracts, IPL deals, brand endorsements, and business ventures far beyond their playing careers.
Biggest Sixes in Cricket History: Longest Hits Ever Recorded
The biggest sixes ever hit in cricket: the longest measured strikes, the batters known for freakish power, and what makes a six truly special.
Greatest Boxers of All Time: The Complete Ranked List
A definitive look at the greatest boxers in history — from Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Robinson to modern-era champions — ranked by titles, dominance, and lasting legacy.
Longest Six in Cricket History: The Biggest Hits Ever Recorded
Several sixes in cricket history have been measured beyond 110 metres, with Shahid Afridi, Brett Lee, and other power-hitters among the longest tracked.
Cricketers Who Died During Matches: Tragic Stories
A few cricketers have died from injuries suffered in live matches. We recount these tragedies and the safety changes cricket made because of them.
Undefeated UFC Fighters: Who Has Never Lost in the Octagon?
Some UFC fighters have built remarkable undefeated records in the Octagon. Stars like Khamzat Chimaev and Islam Makhachev kept clean slates at the top.
Best Finishers in Cricket History: Who Seals Games Under Pressure
The best finishers in cricket excel in the death overs and pressure chases. Players like MS Dhoni, Michael Bevan, and AB de Villiers are rated the finest.
Greatest All-Rounders in Cricket History: The Complete List
The greatest all-rounders in cricket history could win matches with both bat and ball. Here are the players who defined the role across all eras.
Most Loved Cricketers of All Time: Fan Favourites
Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Brian Lara rank among the most loved cricketers ever, blending on-field brilliance with character that won over fans.
Richest Indian Cricket Player: Who Leads in Wealth?
Sachin Tendulkar is widely seen as the richest Indian cricketer, ahead of MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, each rich from cricket, IPL deals, and endorsements.
Greatest Judo Players (Athletes) of All Time
The greatest judo players of all time, including Teddy Riner, Yasuhiro Yamashita, and Ryoko Tani, who dominated World and Olympic podiums for decades.
Highest Wicket Takers in ODI Cricket: All-Time Records
Muttiah Muralitharan leads all-time ODI wicket-takers with over 500 wickets. See where Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and Vaas rank on the list.
Longest Sixes in Cricket: Biggest Hits Across All Formats
A look at the biggest sixes hit across Test, ODI, and T20 cricket — the power-hitters, the venues, and what makes an extraordinary six stand out from the rest.
Most Test Wins as Captain in Cricket: The All-Time Leaders
Ricky Ponting, Graeme Smith, and Steve Waugh lead the way for most Test wins as captain. See the all-time leaders in Test match victories as skipper.
How Much Do Professional Cricketers Make?
Professional cricketer salaries range from a few thousand dollars for domestic players to millions for elite internationals, varying by format and country.
Best Cricket Coaches of All Time: Legends Who Shaped the Game
The best cricket coaches have transformed national teams and shaped all-time greats. Here are the ones widely regarded as the most influential ever.
Best Spin Bowlers in Cricket History: All-Time Greats
A look at the greatest spin bowlers in cricket history — the leg-spinners, off-spinners, and left-arm orthodox bowlers who redefined the art of spin.
Greatest Test Innings Ever Played: Iconic Batting Performances
The greatest individual Test innings in cricket history — innings defined not just by runs scored but by context, conditions, and the stakes involved.
Richest Boxers in the World: Who Earned the Most?
Meet the boxers who earned the most in their careers, from Floyd Mayweather to Manny Pacquiao, with a look at purses, endorsements, and business ventures.
Tallest Cricketers of All Time: Giants of the Game
Cricket has produced some towering athletes. Meet the tallest cricketers in history and see how height shapes bowling and batting at the highest level.
Brian Lara Net Worth: Career Earnings & Financial Legacy
Brian Lara's net worth ranks among cricket's wealthiest retired stars, built from match fees, endorsements, broadcasting, and business ventures.
Current Fastest Bowlers in Cricket Right Now
A look at the fastest active pace bowlers in international cricket today, the speeds they generate, and what makes them so dangerous.
Highest Batting Average in ODI Cricket: Top Contributors
Batting average in ODIs measures runs per dismissal. Elite batters like Babar Azam, Virat Kohli, and AB de Villiers sustain averages well above 50.
Most Dangerous Hard Hitters in Cricket: Power Batters Ranked
From Viv Richards and Shahid Afridi to Glenn Maxwell and Liam Livingstone, these are cricket's most dangerous hard hitters who flip a match in one over.
Most Sixes in T20I Cricket: All-Time Records and Top Hitters
Rohit Sharma and Martin Guptill lead the way for most sixes in T20 Internationals. See the biggest hitters, key records, and what defines T20I six-hitting.
Smallest Cricket Stadium in the World: Capacity and Facts
The world's smallest cricket stadiums are grounds in the Caribbean, UK, and Associate nations, seating just a few thousand fans yet hosting top cricket.
Top Female Boxers of All Time: The Greatest Women in Boxing
The greatest female boxers include Claressa Shields, Katie Taylor and Laila Ali, champions who defined their eras with titles and Olympic gold.
Biggest Cricket Stadiums in the World: Top 10 by Capacity
The biggest cricket stadiums by seating capacity, ranked from India's Narendra Modi Stadium to the MCG in Australia and Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Most Successful Cricket Teams in History: The All-Time Rankings
The most successful cricket teams ever — ranked by Test dominance, World Cup wins, and sustained periods of excellence across formats.
Best Cricket Umpires of All Time
The best cricket umpires combined exceptional judgement, calm authority, and consistency across decades. Here are the umpires most respected in cricket history.
Highest Paid Cricketers in the World: Who Earns the Most?
The highest-paid cricketers combine board contracts, IPL and T20 league deals, and endorsements, led by Virat Kohli, Pat Cummins, and Rohit Sharma.
Shoaib Akhtar's Wife: Rubab Khan and His Personal Life
Pakistan's legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar married Rubab Khan in 2014. The couple has two sons, and Akhtar often speaks about family after cricket.
Greatest Test Matches Ever Played in Cricket
The greatest Test matches in cricket history, games remembered for drama, stunning reversals, and redefining what was possible in five-day cricket.
Fastest Bowlers in Cricket History: The All-Time Quickest
From Shoaib Akhtar to Brett Lee and Jeff Thomson, these are the fastest bowlers cricket has ever seen and what made them so feared.
The Fastest Century in ODI Cricket: Record-Breaking Tons
The fastest centuries in ODI cricket came in under 35 balls. See the record holders, the context, and what makes an ultra-fast hundred possible.
Biggest Cricket Stadium in the World: Narendra Modi Stadium
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India, is the largest cricket stadium in the world by seating capacity, holding well over 100,000 spectators.
Most Successful Cricket Captains of All Time
A look at the greatest Test and ODI cricket captains — the leaders whose tactical brilliance and winning records set them apart from the rest.
Cricketers With Moustaches: The Most Iconic in History
From Merv Hughes to Clive Lloyd, these are the cricketers whose moustaches became as famous as their playing careers.
Hardik Pandya Net Worth: Cricket Earnings & Wealth Explained
Hardik Pandya is among the highest-earning Indian cricketers, with income from IPL and BCCI contracts, brand endorsements, and franchise ownership.
Most ODI Wickets in Cricket: All-Time Records and Top Bowlers
Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record for most ODI wickets ever. See the all-time leaders, what makes an elite ODI bowler, and key ODI bowling milestones.
Greatest Cricketers of All Time: The Next Tier of Legends
Beyond the very top names, this guide covers the cricketers who defined eras, set records, and shaped how cricket is played — the next tier of all-time greats.
Highest Score in Test Cricket by an Indian Player
The highest Test score by an Indian is Virender Sehwag's 319 against South Africa in Chennai, 2008. See the top innings by India's batters here.
Fastest 50s in Cricket: World Cups, ODIs, Tests & T20Is
The fastest half-centuries ever scored in cricket, across T20Is, ODIs, Tests, and World Cups, with the players and match contexts behind each record.
Greatest Taekwondo Players of All Time
The greatest taekwondo players in history, from Olympic gold medallists to multiple world champions who elevated the sport across the globe.
Greatest Wicketkeepers in Cricket History: Behind the Stumps
The greatest wicketkeepers in Test cricket history, assessed on glovework, stumping ability, consistency, and — in the modern era — batting contribution.
Greatest Batsmen in Cricket History: The Defining Names
A look at the cricketers widely regarded as the greatest batsmen of all time — defined by technique, consistency, and impact across formats and eras.
Sachin Tendulkar's Jersey Number: Why He Wore #10
Sachin Tendulkar wore jersey number 10 throughout his international career with India. The number became one of the most iconic in cricket history.
What Is Strike Rate in Cricket? Batting & Bowling Explained
Batting strike rate is runs scored per 100 balls (runs ÷ balls × 100); bowling strike rate is balls bowled per wicket. Formulas and examples inside.
Good-Looking Boxers: The Most Handsome Fighters in History
A clean listicle of the most handsome male boxers in history — fighters known as much for their looks as for what they did in the ring.
Best Cricket World Cup Matches of All Time
A ranked guide to the greatest ODI Cricket World Cup matches ever, from the 1999 Edgbaston tie to the 2019 Super Over final, with a results table.
Highest Score in Test Cricket: All-Time Individual Records
The highest individual score in Test cricket is 400 not out by Brian Lara in 2004. See the all-time top scores and what made each innings special.
Most ODI Runs Without a Century: Cricket's Nearly Men
Some batters piled up thousands of ODI runs yet never scored a hundred. Led by Misbah-ul-Haq, meet the players with the most ODI runs without a century.
Most ODI Runs in Cricket: All-Time Leading Run-Scorers
Sachin Tendulkar leads all batters with the most ODI runs in history. See the all-time top run-scorers in One Day Internationals and what set them apart.
Shortest Cricketers of All Time: The Game's Smallest Stars
Height is no barrier in cricket. From Walter Cornford and Parthiv Patel to Sunil Gavaskar, meet the shortest cricketers and how they beat fast bowlers.
Shortest Test Matches in Cricket History
The shortest Test matches ever, measured by balls bowled: from the 642-ball Cape Town record of 2024 back to the two-day classics of 1888, 1932 and 2021.
Tallest Bowlers in Cricket History
Mohammad Irfan, at 7 ft 1 in, is the tallest bowler in cricket history. Here are the giants of fast bowling and how their height turned into steepling bounce.
Wasim Akram: The Sultan of Swing and Greatest Left-Arm Bowler
Wasim Akram is widely regarded as cricket's greatest left-arm fast bowler, with 916 international wickets, a 1992 World Cup and mastery of reverse swing.
Best Cricket Video Games Ever Made: Ranked and Reviewed
The best cricket video games come from EA, Big Ant Studios, and Codemasters, capturing the sport's tactics and drama. Here are the standout titles.
Greatest Fast Bowlers in Cricket History
The greatest fast bowlers in cricket history, judged on wickets, economy, conditions mastered, and how much they frightened the best batsmen ever.