October 17, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world
Here's a quick wrap-up of the events that grabbed the spotlight in the cricketing world today.
1. India missed Cheteshwar Pujara's batting approach against New Zealand: Anil Kumble
Anil Kumble explained why Cheteshwar Pujara's batting approach could have benefited India in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. (READ MORE)
2. Sourav Ganguly named Director of Cricket at JSW Sports
In his role, the legendary Sourav Ganguly will be leading all cricketing properties owned by JSW Sports. (READ MORE)
3. Reports: Rishabh Pant likely to step down as Delhi Capitals captain
According to reports, Axar Patel could be captaining Delhi Capitals in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). (READ MORE)
4. Basit Ali slams Pakistan A captain Mohammad Haris for 'not allowed to talk about India' comment
Mohammad Haris was lambasted by Basit Ali after the former said in a viral social media video that the Pakistan team will not be allowed to talk about India in the Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup. (READ MORE)
5. 'Look on the bright side Indian fans' - Michael Vaughan takes sly dig after India register lowest total at home
Michael Vaughan took a jibe at India after they were bowled out for their lowest total at home in the first Test against New Zealand. (READ MORE)
6. 'Have said this before will say it again' - Sanjay Manjrekar points out technical flaw in Virat Kohli's batting
Sanjay Manjrekar spoke about a technical error in Virat Kohli's game after the former India captain was dismissed for a nine-ball duck by William O'Rourke in the first Test. (READ MORE)
7. Matt Henry gets to 100 Test wickets with exquisite five-wicket haul in first Test vs India
Matt Henry picked up a five-for and also reached 100 Test wickets when he dismissed Kuldeep Yadav in the first innings of the first Test. (READ MORE)
8. Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc named in New South Wales Sheffield Shield squad
Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc are all set to play for New South Wales against Victoria in the Sheffield Shield. (READ MORE)
9. Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Ellyse Perry provides update on Alyssa Healy's injury
Ellyse Perry gave an update on Alyssa Healy's calf injury ahead of Australia's semi-final clash against South Africa. (READ MORE)
10. PCB removes captains, head coaches from selection panel in major shake-up
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made some notable changes to its national selection committee. (READ MORE)
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