November 2, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. Lahore Qalandars appoint Darren Gough as head coach

Pakistan Super League franchise Lahore Qalandars have appointed former England cricketer, Darren Gough, as their head coach. (Read More)

2. 'Send in a guy who can play!' - Simon Doull unhappy with India's call to send nightwatchman Mohammed Siraj

Former New Zeland cricketer Simon Doull was left baffled as India sent Mohammed Siraj as a nightwatchman after losing a well-set Yashasvi Jaiswal just before stumps on Day 1 in the third Test between India and New Zealand in Mumbai. (Read More)

3. IPL 2025: Agartala likely to be KKR's second home venue

The iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata is set to undergo a massive makeover in 2025 ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. Tripura is the frontrunner, as the state could join the list of venues to host the IPL. (Read More)

4. Najmul Hossain Shanto to captain Bangladesh in ODIs against Afghanistan

Najmul Hossain Shanto has confirmed that he will lead the ODI side in their upcoming series against Afghanistan, scheduled to commence in the United Arab Emirates from November 6. (Read More)

5. 'We're a bunch of Kiwis taking on the world, having fun and trying to win games' - Daryl Mitchell after half-century in Mumbai Test

After his excellent knock under pressure, Daryl Mitchell said that the tourists comprise a bunch of Kiwis looking to take on the world and enjoying their game as they look to win matches for their nation. (Read More)

6. 'It was a big decision' - RCB Director of Cricket on releasing Mohammed Siraj

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Director of Cricket Mo Bobat admitted that it was a tricky call to make, bearing in mind Mohammed Siraj's closely-knit relationship with former skipper Virat Kohli as well as his diverse range of bowling skills. (Read More)

7. ‘He was number one on our list’ - KKR CEO Venky Mysore opens up Shreyas Iyer’s exit

Speaking on parting ways with Shreyas Iyer, KKR CEO Venky Mysore stated that the Mumbai-born was their first choice for retention but they could not agree on a deal. (Read More)

8. Watch: Virat Kohli's suicidal run-out in third Test against New Zealand

The performance of star batter Virat Kohli once again came under the radar. With the score reading 84/3, Kohli attempted to take a needless and risky single, and the decision cost him his wicket. (Read More)

9. Watch: Virat Kohli dances to ‘My name is Lakhan’ at Wankhede Stadium

In the first innings of the game, when Virat Kohli was fielding in the slips, the fans in the stadium started singing popular Bollywood number “My Name is Lakhan," famously associated with Kohli’s dance moves. (Read More)

10. 'Flat pitch hero' - Rohit Sharma's lean patch leaves fans frustrated

But heading towrds the end of the home Test season, it has been anything but a smooth ride for Indian skipper Rohit Sharma (Read More)