Top 5 Evening Sports News

Catch up on the evening’s top sports news! From thrilling match updates to key player performances, here are the top 5 stories you need to know. Stay informed with the latest highlights and expert insights from today’s games.

1. Kohli Tops Taxpayer List for Cricketers

Virat Kohli led cricket tax payments with Rs 66 crore for the year ending March 31, 2024. MS Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar followed, with Rs 38 crore and Rs 28 crore, respectively.

2. Mongolian Collapse Sets Record, Bharadwaj Stars for Singapore

Mongolia was bowled out for just 10 runs, matching the T20I record for the lowest total. Singapore’s 17-year-old Harsha Bharadwaj took 6 wickets for 3 runs, guiding his team to a quick victory.

3. Ugandan Olympian Dies After Partner Sets Her on Fire

Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan Olympian, died at 33 from severe burns inflicted by her partner during an argument. Despite treatment, her organs failed, leading to her death.

4. Phil Salt to Lead England in T20s as Buttler Injured

England’s T20 captain Jos Buttler is out with a calf injury. Phil Salt steps up as captain for the T20 series against Australia, with Jamie Overton joining the squad. The matches are set for September 11, 13, and 15.

5. Naimur Rahman Resigns from BCB Director Role

Naimur Rahman, Bangladesh’s first Test captain, resigned as BCB director on September 4, 2024. He cited political shifts and personal reasons, having previously served in various BCB roles and as a parliament member.

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