January 13 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Jacques Kallis opens up on Newlands pitch controversy

Jacques Kallis stated that the cricketers aren’t patient while playing Test cricket these days and get out while playing aggressive cricket. (READ MORE)

2. 'Main aisa hairan hua' - When Rashid Khan narrated surprising Virat Kohli tale

Rashid Khan was amazed to see Kohli spending extensive hours in the nets, fine-tuning his skills and preparing for the upcoming match. (READ MORE)

3. Sanketh reacts after Hyderabad call up for Ranji Trophy 2024

Elligaram Sanketh mentioned that his mother wished to see him as a cricketer, and the 24-year-old has been working towards keeping his “mum’s dream alive” since she passed. (READ MORE)

4. Ravindra Jadeja visits Matana Madh temple ahead of England Tests

Ravindra Jadeja was recently seen at the Matana Madh Temple in Gujarat with his wife Rivabaz ahead of India’s five-game Test series against England. (READ MORE)

5. Riyan Parag thrilled as Dhruv Jurel receives maiden India call-up

Riyan Parag expressed sheer elation as his Rajasthan Royals comrade, Dhruv Jurel, received his maiden India call-up for the initial two Test matches against England. (READ MORE)

6. Will Young to replace Josh Clarkson in New Zealand squad for Dunedin T20I

Will Young has been named as Josh Clarkson's replacement for the third T20I against Pakistan which is slated to commence on January 17. (READ MORE)

7. It was hostile environment in Ahmedabad in World Cup match against India: Mickey Arthur

Mickey Arthur, former Pakistan head coach expressed his dismay over the hostile atmosphere at the Narendra Modi Stadium during the Cricket World Cup clash between arch-rivals. (READ MORE)

8. Australia to ramp up T20 World Cup prep with Bangladesh tour

Defending champions Australia eye to begin their T20 World Cup preparations with an upcoming tour to Bangladesh. (READ MORE)

9. Steven Smith 'excited to face newer ball' as stiff opener trial awaits

Steven Smith expressed his excitement to open the innings for Australia in the forthcoming home Test series against the West Indies. (READ MORE)

10. Kraigg Brathwaite ready to make 'West Indies proud' with greenhorn squad in Australia

West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite has affirmed his starting XI for the impending Test against Australia, unveiling plans to introduce three debutants. (READ MORE)