February 27 Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. Reports: BCCI to increase Test match fees to lure players towards red-ball cricket

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is contemplating a boost in Test match fees along with extra incentives to lure players towards the traditional format. This move stems from players like Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer's reluctance to engage in domestic cricket, prioritizing preparation for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) instead. (READ MORE)

2. New stadium in Mullanpur all set to host its first IPL match

In a recent development, the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur is set to host its maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) match on March 23. The highly anticipated clash will feature the home team, Punjab Kings (PBKS), locking horns with the formidable Delhi Capitals (DC). (READ MORE)

3. Suryakumar Yadav shares glimpses of his road to recovery in latest Instagram post

Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav's road to recovery after undergoing twin surgeries has been nothing short of inspiring, he recently posted a video on his Instagram where the star cricketer shared glimpses of his rehabilitation journey. (READ MORE)

4. 'Was nervous coming into this game' - Marizanne Kapp following match-winning performance against UP Warriorz

Delhi Capitals' seamer Marizanne Kapp stole the show with the most economical stats in the Women's Premier League (WPL) with a phenomenal outing in the match against UP Warriorz at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on February 27. She emphasized her sense of fulfillment with her performance, saying she is 'pleased' with the victory. She went on to say that she was quite anxious about the game initially. (READ MORE)

5. Mohammed Shami unlikely to play T20 World Cup 2024 in the USA and the Caribbean

Indian cricket supporters were sobered by the revelation of Mohammed Shami, the seasoned fast bowler, who recently went through surgery for his left Achilles tendon. This development casts a shadow over his participation in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, slated to commence in June. (READ MORE)

6. Ranji Trophy 2024: Tushar Deshpande and Tanush Kotian score record-breaking tons against Baroda

In the ongoing quarter-final clash against Baroda, Mumbai's bowling duo have achieved something truly out of this world. Bowling spearheads Tushar Deshpande (123) and Tanush Kotian (120*) became only the second batting pair to score a hundred while batting at no. 10 and no. 11 in first-class cricket. (READ MORE)

7. 'Hanuma your integrity and commitment to the game speak volumes' - Former CM Chandrababu Naidu backs Vihari amid captaincy row

In an unexpected turn of events, Indian cricketer Hanuma Vihari recently announced his resignation from the Andhra Pradesh Ranji Cricket team. Meanwhile, former chief minister and leader of the Telugu Desam Party N Chandrababu Naidu expressed support for Vihari and denounced the actions of the Andhra Cricket Association, accusing it of engaging in vindictive politics of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party. (READ MORE)

8. Ranji Trophy 2024: Vidarbha storm into the semi-finals, beat Karnataka in Nagpur

Vidarbha advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 Ranji Trophy after outplaying Karnataka by 127 runs on Day 5 at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground in Nagpur on February 27, Tuesday. (READ MORE)

9. Jess Jonassen left out of Bangladesh tour, Vlaeminck recalled after two-year hiatus

In a recent development, seasoned left-arm spinner Jess Jonassen finds herself out of the Australian squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of Bangladesh. (READ MORE)

10. Namibia's Loftie-Eaton slams fastest-ever T20I century

Namibia's Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton pulverised the Nepal bowling en route to scoring the fastest-ever T20I century on Tuesday, February 27 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Nepal. (READ MORE)