Evening sports news brings you the latest and most exciting updates from the world of sports. Here are the top five headlines you need to know today.
Ballon d’Or 2024 Nominees Announced
The 2024 Ballon d’Or nominees have been revealed, with the award ceremony scheduled for October 28 in Paris, marking the end of an era as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are absent from the list for the first time since 2003.
Ollie Pope Makes History with Seven Centuries Against Seven Teams
Ollie Pope became the first cricketer to score his first seven Test centuries against seven different teams with an unbeaten 103 against Sri Lanka, showcasing his skill and versatility.
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Afghanistan has added three uncapped players Riaz Hassan, Shamsurrahman, and Khalil Ahmed to their 16-member squad for the Test against New Zealand starting September 9 in Greater Noida, with Rashid Khan absent due to injury.
Pakistan Cricket Under Fire
Pakistan’s cricket team faces severe criticism after a 2-0 home Test series loss to Bangladesh, compounded by poor performances in T20Is and ODIs, with former player Danish Kaneria warning of dire consequences if the team’s form doesn’t improve.
PKL Season 11 will start on October 18, 2024, with matches in Hyderabad, Noida, and Pune, following a record-setting auction and awaiting playoff dates.
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