August 26 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. ‘Do not give Tilak Varma a debut’ - Kris Srikkanth reflects on Tilak Varma’s selection in Asia Cup squad

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth recently came forward to reflect on Tilak Varma’s inclusion in the Indian squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. (READ MORE)

2. Virat Kohli is the perfect No. 4 batter: AB de Villiers

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers heaped praise on star Indian batter Virat Kohli and opined that he is the perfect No. 4 batter. (READ MORE)

3. 'There will always be expectations, I like that' - Dewald Brevis as he awaits debut against Australia

South African youngster Dewald Brevis talked of his upcoming international debut as South Africa gears up for a series against Australia starting on August 30. (READ MORE)

4. 'Will lead from my actions' - Laura Wolvaardt 'excited' for South Africa's interim captaincy role

Star South Africa women’s batter Laura Wolvaardt reflected on his interim captaincy of the national team and shared his excitement about fulfilling the duties. (READ MORE)

5. Door not closed on Harry Brook for World Cup: Jos Buttler

England’s white-ball captain, Jos Buttler recently came forward to opine that the door is still open for Harry Brook to make his way into England’s squad for the World Cup. (READ MORE)

6. Reports: Shubman Gill secures highest score among Indian players in Yo-Yo Test

Several reports came forward that stated that 23-year-old Shubman Gill secured the highest score for the Indian team in the Yo-Yo test. (READ MORE)

7. Babar Azam spotted angry after Pakistan's second ODI win over Afghanistan

Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam was spotted visibly angry and in conversation with Mohammad Nabi after the recently held ODI between Afghanistan and Pakistan. (READ MORE)

8. Government warns media of legal action against online betting ads ahead of 2023 Asia Cup

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (IB) recently informed the newspapers and various social media platforms that the promotion of betting and gambling apps during the Asia Cup will be strictly dealt with. (READ MORE)

9. Dushmantha Chameera likely to be ruled out of Asia Cup 2023 with shoulder injury

Sri Lankan pacer Dushmantha Chameera is likely to be ruled out of the upcoming edition of the Asia Cup after suffering a shoulder injury. (READ MORE)

10. Sourav Ganguly, MSK Prasad pick their 15-member India squads for ODI World Cup 2023

Former Indian cricketers Sourav Ganguly and MSK Prasad took centre stage to name their 15-man Indian squads for the upcoming World Cup 2023. (READ MORE)