October 16 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Babar Azam should relinquish captaincy, can do wonders as a batter: Shoaib Malik

Pakistan all-rounder Shoaib Malik said after the most recent loss that Babar should leave captaincy as Malik, a former Pakistan captain himself, noted that Babar could contribute more just as a batter. Moreover, he believes that it can do wonders for the team. (READ MORE)

2. I sincerely hope England were not holding Ben Stokes back here thinking it's only Afghanistan: Nasser Hussain

Nasser Hussain, former England captain, opined that Ben Stokes should be included in the lineup in the team's upcoming matches in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, following their dismal start in the competition. (READ MORE)

3. I feel there is a communication gap between Pakistan players and coaching staff: Moin Khan

While discussing and dissecting the most recent loss to India, former Pakistan wicketkeeper Moin Khan brought up an interesting point. (READ MORE)

4. The International Olympic Committee officially approves the inclusion of cricket in the Los Angeles Olympics

The proposal was accepted during an IOC voting session conducted at the 141st meet in Mumbai on Monday, October 16. (READ MORE)

5. 'Delhi sach mein dil walon ki hai' - Rashid Khan thanks Indian fans for their support after Afghanistan beat England in ODI World Cup 2023

Afghanistan's star spinner Rashid Khan expressed his gratitude to fans present at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in Delhi, after they registered a historic 69-run triumph over the defending champions, England, in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. (READ MORE)

6. AUS vs SL: Mitchell Starc warns Kusal Perera twice after batter moves out of crease early at non-striker's end in ODI World Cup 2023 game

In a hilarious moment, Perera was seen out of the crease at the non-striker's end before Starc finished his delivery. However, the left-arm pacer decided not to dismiss the Sri Lankan batter but just gave a warning to him. (READ MORE)

7. NZ W vs RSA W: Kiwi batter Suzie Bates breaks Virat Kohli's record for most runs in T20 Internationals

Bates, with her innings of 45 runs off 38 balls, including one six and five boundaries against Proteas Women, surpassed Kohli's record for the most runs in T20 Internationals. (READ MORE)

8. It is all about coming into the groove as soon as possible: Steve Smith

Australia batter, Steven Smith said that they pushed themselves into a corner after suffering defeats in the first two matches of the ongoing tournament and that's working well for them. (READ MORE)

9. Madame Tussauds Singapore unveils wax figure of Virat Kohli

Kohli's wax figure was seen donning an official cricket kit of Team India donated by the cricketer himself. The figure is placed in the Sports Zone, where legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Yao Ming, and Sachin Tendulkar's statues were also seen. (READ MORE)

10. 'We are thrilled to witness this momentous occasion' - Jay Shah on cricket's inclusion in Los Angeles Olympics 2028

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah's instrumental role within the ICC Olympics Working Group has been critical in securing Cricket's participation in the upcoming Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. (READ MORE)