August 14, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. Morne Morkel appointed India men's bowling coach

Gambhir had hailed Morkel as one of the best bowlers that he had ever faced, and revealed that they do have a nice relationship off the field (Read More)

2. South Africa announce squad for T20I series against West Indies, introduce host of new talents

In the 15-member lineup selected for the 20-over match series, several seasoned players have been rested to provide an opportunity for the younger generation (Read More)

3. PAK vs BAN 2024: Second Test in Karachi's National Stadium to be held without spectators

As for the fans who have already purchased the tickets, the Pakistan Cricket Board has promised to refund the money (Read More)

4. SA20 2025: Ben Stokes, Azmatullah Omarzai join MI Cape Town

Stokes is currently recovering from a hamstring injury and hasn't played white-ball cricket for England since the 2023 ODI World Cup (Read More)

5. ‘India have every chance of making it a hat-trick’ - Ravi Shastri predicts Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 outcome

India have won the last two series down under and have held onto the Border-Gavaskar Trophy since 2015 (Read More)

6. Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh appointed as Kenya's new head coach

The veteran will commence his coaching stint with ICC Division 2 Challenge League in September followed by T20 World Cup Qualifiers in October (Read More)

7. English surfaces have not been particularly great during The Hundred, says Lewis Gregory

Gregory further attributed the decline in high scores to the extensive cricket calendar in England over the summer (Read More)

8. Franchise cricket is the future of women's cricket - Former India pacer Jhulan Goswami

Goswami is currently involved with Mumbai Indians in the WPL and set to join Trinbago Knight Riders in the WCPL (Read More)

9. Reports: Steve Smith expresses desire to make IPL return, to put his name in auction

Smith has faced a notable absence from the IPL auction lists for three consecutive seasons (Read More)

10. BCB denies allegations of delay in disbursing 2023 ODI World Cup prize money to players

BCB also revealed that such delays are common after major ICC events, and a solution is almost always provided (Read More)