December 24, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. AUS vs IND: Sam Konstas’ debut for Boxing Day Test confirmed, uncertainty looms over Travis Head's inclusion

Ahead of the fourth Test, it was confirmed by Head Coach Andrew McDonald that youngster Sam Konstas will be making his debut in the upcoming MCG Test. (READ MORE)

2. MS Dhoni faces Housing Board probe over alleged residential land misuse in Ranchi

Jharkhand Housing Board initiates inquiry against the former India and Chennai Super Kings Captain MS Dhoni for potentially violating residential plot regulations. (READ MORE)

3. 'Deandra Dottin's wicket was my favourite' - Renuka Singh credits discipline and fitness after bagging maiden five-wicket haul

India Women registered a thumping 211-run victory against West Indies Women in the first ODI of the ongoing series. (READ MORE)

4. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi's clarifies reason behind Jason Gillespie's head coach snubbing

The (PCB) had faced massive criticism after the resignation of top coaches Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten. (READ MORE)

5. AUS vs IND 2024-25: Virat Kohli on the brink of breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record in MCG Test

All eyes will be on ace Indian cricketer, Virat Kohli, as he is well-positioned to becoming India's greatest run-scorer in Tests at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. (READ MORE)

6. 'Grateful for the opportunity' - Pratika Rawal becomes 150th ODI player for India, gets debut cap from Smriti Mandhana

The 24-year-old psychology graduate became the 150th player to represent India Women. (READ MORE)

7. 'Line is very important'- Cheteshwar Pujara reveals cheat sheet for India bowlers to tackle Travis Head's counterattack

Cheteshwas Pujara shares his master plan on how to tackle the Travis Head for the Indian bowlers in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. (READ MORE)

8. Reports: Australian journalist lashes out at Virat Kohli over Melbourne airport incident

India batting superstar Virat Kohli’s outburst on the Aussie reporter for filming him along with his wife and kids has gone viral. (READ MORE)

9. ‘Play the new ball properly’ - Cheteshwar Pujara advises India on the technique to tackle Mitchell Starc

Pujara advised the Indian team about how to tackle Starc’s bowling, and even commended his form in the recent matches. (READ MORE)

10. 'They want the leg-spinners to be like Warne'- Allan Border criticises Indian selectors for ignoring two players in BGT squad

Former Australia Captain and legend Allan Border has given his take on two players who should have made it to the Indian squad for the five-match series. (READ MORE)