October 12, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. Mohammed Siraj appointed as Deputy Superintendent of Police in Telangana

After Mohammed Siraj's heroics in the T20 World Cup 2024, Telengana acknowledged his contribution to the famous triumph and appointed him as the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Telangana. (READ MORE)

2. Exclusive: 'Bengal players need to make an impact in the IPL to gain recognition' - Manoj Tiwary hints at media bias

Manoj Tiwary disagreed that Bengal Cricket’s involvement in Indian cricket has deteriorated. He gave the examples of Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep, who have broken through the ranks in team India. (READ MORE)

3. SL vs WI 2024: Top 3 Players to watch out for in upcoming T20I series

CricTracker takes a look at the three players who could make an impact in the upcoming three-match T20I series between Sri Lanka and the West Indies. (READ MORE)

4. Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shubham Khajuria scripts history, becomes first J&K batter in 22 years to hit double ton

Shubham Khajuria achieved this significant feat during Ja5. mmu and Kashmir’s Ranji Trophy 2024 clash against Maharashtra. (READ MORE)

5. Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shreyas Iyer departs for eight-ball duck against Baroda, as form slump continues

Shreyas Iyer couldn't revive his fortunes in the red-ball format as he was dismissed for an eight-ball duck by Maharashtra left-arm spinner Bhargav Bhatt in the Ranji Trophy. (READ MORE)

6. Former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja declared heir to Jamnagar Royal family

Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja has been announced as the next Jamsaheb of Nawanagar, more frequently known as Jamnagar. (READ MORE)

7. 'Virat and Rohit are not in their prime' - Sanjay Manjrekar shares his thoughts on Indian red-ball side ahead of Australian tour

Sanjay Manjrekar noted that Kohli, and skipper, Rohit Sharma,are “not in their prime”. Majrekar suggested that Rishabh Pant was the only one who is feeling in his prime. (READ MORE)

8. We have a really big challenge coming up against India: Ashleigh Gardner

Aussie all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner expressed her respect for the Indian cricketers. India are set to play a high-voltage clash against Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday, October 13. (READ MORE)

9. ‘Hardik is a much-refined version’ - Aakash Chopra reflects on Nitish-Hardik duo ahead of third Bangladesh T20I

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra applauded Nitish Kumar Reddy for competing alongside Hardik Pandya in the ongoing T20I series against Bangladesh. (READ MORE)

10. 'Remarks made by the individual do not reflect our values' - Cricket Canada issues statement after commentator's racist remark against Nepal cricketer

Cricket Canada shared the link of the culprit commentator, who apologised for his comments. They condemned the incident and also mentioned that the individual will not be commentating in future broadcasts. (READ MORE)