October 13, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. ‘If they have an injury, it doesn't seem to affect them’ - Gary Stead gives his take on India ahead of Test series

He also highlighted how much the series against India means to the BlackCaps, given the brand of cricket that team India plays at home. (Read More)

2. This is the worst Pakistan side I can remember: Michael Vaughan

After being whitewashed by Bangladesh in a home Test series last month, Pakistan lost the first Test against England in Multan, leaving Michael Vaughan shocked. (Read More)

3. ‘Want to play freely and keep things simple’ - Harmanpreet Kaur ahead of marquee clash against Australia

If India lose, they will look forward to Pakistan’s game against New Zealand. If the White Ferns suffer a defeat in that game, the net run rate will come into the picture for qualification. (Read More)

4. 'We have the NRR in our minds' - Shafali Verma addresses elephant in room ahead of crucial Australia assignment

India have an NRR of +0.576 and are followed by New Zealand with +0.282. Indian opener Shafali Verma admitted that the team will have an eye on that column when they come out against Australia. (Read More)

5. I feel the Indian team is thinking about taking Mayank Yadav for the BGT: Aakash Chopra

Chopra is a little apprehensive regarding Mayank's lack of domestic exposure being a hindrance to his professional growth. (Read More)

6. PAK vs ENG 2024: Second Multan Test to be played on same pitch as first

The decision to reuse the pitch is likely to favour spinners, which could influence England's team selection. (Read More)

7. Paras Mhambrey joins Mumbai Indians as bowling coach

Mhambrey will work in conjunction with Malinga to finetune the bowling unit. (Read More)

8. ‘You will reap what you sow’ - Shoaib Akhtar's blunt assessment after Pakistan’s record loss to England

Pakistan lost by an innings and 47 runs despite putting a mammoth 556 runs in the first innings against England, leaving Shoaib Akhtar distraught. (Read More)

9. [Exclusive] 'If I can be even 1% helpful, that would be great' - Dhawal Kulkarni opens up on prospect of coaching

Kulkarni helped Mumbai win a record-extending 42nd Ranji Trophy title as the Ajinkya Rahane-led side defeated Vidarbha in the finals. (Read More)

10. Tim Southee's spot in jeopardy as New Zealand look toward new bowling structure

The two seamers of New Zealand, Matt Henry and William O'Rourke, have become the go-to choices in the team. (Read More)