Sportspeople who make it to the top are always a source of inspiration and motivation for their fans. In the past decade, many sports stars have made their names and gained fame for themselves and their nations. We’ve compiled a list of the best sports performers based on their achievements, both individually and as part of their teams. So, without waiting further, let us explore the best sports stars who made it to the top in the past decade.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Football
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest footballers and has dominated millions of hearts throughout his career. People see him as a goal-scoring machine who won multiple trophies and records in the game. In today’s fast and demanding landscape, his blend of athleticism and technical knowledge makes him stand out among others.
His football journey through the 2010s was incredibly excellent, and he claimed the titles, Ballon d’Or and Champions Leagues, 4 times. He scored over 400 goals, and even at the age of 38, he showed no signs of slowing down.
Virat Kohli, Cricket
If you want pure cricket entertainment, look no further than Indian captain Virat Kohli. This man is the decade’s greatest batsman. After a promising start in the 2011 World Cup, he became a relentless runs making machine. Kohli became the fastest batsman in the history of cricket to reach 10,000 ODI runs.
In 2018, he averaged a staggering 133.55 runs in one-dayers, an achievement that defies belief. With over 20,000 runs and more than 70 centuries in the decade, Virat Kohli’s stats are nothing short of a marvel.
Simone Biles, Gymnastics
At just 22, her performance at the 2019 world championships in Stuttgart, Germany, was nothing short of spectacular. She clinched five gold medals, including the team competition, individual all-around, vault, balance beam, and floor exercise.
This achievement brought her total world championship medals to a staggering 25, surpassing the record held by the U.S.S.R.’s Vitaly Scherbo (23). Simone secured four gold medals and one bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
LeBron James, Basketball
LeBron James is one of the greatest NBA champions in the history of the National Basketball Association. His decision to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2010 to join the Miami Heat sent shock waves through the game. However, the decision led to consecutive NBA championship wins in 2012 and 2013.
James returned to the Cavaliers in 2014 and led them to their first professional sports title in the past 50 years, winning the 2015 finals. James appeared eight consecutive times in the NBA finals between the Heat and Cavaliers teams, a feat only a few players have managed to accomplish.
Outside of the National Basketball Association, James also led the United States team in the 2012 Olympics and brought them gold. James has been consistent in winnings, with an average of close to 27 points per game throughout the decade.
Roger Federer, Tennis
Roger Federer is a tennis virtuoso who gracefully dominates the court. His serves, returns, and movements appear effortless, even as he ages gracefully. Federer’s incredible talent has solidified his status as the greatest men’s tennis player ever. He claimed five Grand Slam titles in this decade, totaling 42 titles since 2010 and a record-breaking 20 Grand Slams overall.
Jon Jones, UFC
Jon Jones is an American martial artist and UFC heavyweight champion. He is a former two-time UFC light heavyweight champion. Jones held the title from March 2011 to Apr 2015 and then from Dec 2018 to Aug 2020. He also held the interim UFC light heavy-weight championship in the year 2016.
Jones became the youngest heavyweight champion in the history of UFC at the age of 23, with his victory over Mauricio Rua. He holds multiple records in the light heavyweight UFC division, including the most wins, title defenses and win streak.
As a sports lover, you might wish to attend these events or watch them live on TV. It is not always possible to attend such events in person, but you can stream UFC championships on many streaming devices. If you are a fan of UFC, you can watch UFC live stream on Firestick or Fire TV. If you have a paid subscription, you can also watch exclusive PPV events on your TV.
Michael Phelps, Swimming
For the average sports fan, Michael Phelps may have only resurfaced every four years, but when he did, he shone brighter than anyone else. With a physique tailor-made for swimming, Phelps ruled the 2012 and 2016 Olympics, amassing an astounding 12 medals, nine of which were gold.
Phelps briefly stepped away from the pool midway through the decade, but his return for Rio 2016 set an Olympic medal record. He clinched five gold and silver medals, bringing his tally to an astonishing 28 Olympic medals.
Summing Up
These sports stars have done their best to bring name and fame to their nations. Nothing can beat the time and effort they dedicated, both mentally and physically, to regular practice of their game. They will always remain a source of inspiration for their fans and upcoming sports stars of the future. Having a good quality streaming device like a Firestick and a subscription to some sports channels, enables you to catch these sports stars live on your TV.
