Sports Highlights: Deals, Signings, and Comebacks
This sports roundup covers news including Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan's comeback for the Music City Bowl, Mexican baseball's Diablos Rojos listing on the stock exchange, NFL updates, and soccer broadcasting news as Netflix collaborates with FIFA for future Women's World Cups.
Friday's sports updates reveal Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan's much-awaited return to the field for the Music City Bowl after an ankle injury. Coach Kirk Ferentz confirmed Sullivan's readiness following his absence from the last two regular season games.
In a financial move for Mexican baseball, the Diablos Rojos have listed on the local BMV stock exchange under the ticker symbol "Diablos." With shares priced at 1,620 pesos each, the team is valued at 624.3 million pesos ($31 million), as per the prospectus.
FIFA and Netflix made headlines by announcing a partnership to broadcast the Women's World Cup editions in 2027 and 2031. This landmark deal marks the first time a sporting event will be fully acquired by Netflix, offering U.S.-based fans live access to every match.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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