October 23 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world
Here is a quick wrap-up of the events that grabbed the spotlight in the cricketing world today.
1. It is everybody's job and not just the spinners' job to win games: Jonathan Trott
Afghanistan's head coach Jonathan Trott believes that it is not just the bowlers' responsibility to try to win games but also batters have to shoulder responsibility for the win. "There's batsmen who've got to put runs on the board or batsmen who've got to chase down a total," said Jonathan Trott. (READ MORE)
2. Shane Bond accepts dual coaching role at Rajasthan Royals
Royals Sports Group-owned franchise Rajasthan Royals have announced former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond has joined the franchise in the dual role of Assistant Coach and also the team's new fast bowling coach ahead of next year's IPL 2024 season. (READ MORE)
3. Pakistan raise spin volume ahead of Afghanistan threat in Chennai
Pakistan are currently under pressure, having suffered back-to-back defeats in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup despite making their best of starts to the competition. (READ MORE)
4. AFG vs PAK: Pakistan hit first six in the powerplay after 1168 balls
Abdullah Shafique's six put an end to Pakistan's 1168-ball dry spell without a powerplay boundary. (READ MORE)
5. Brydon Carse replaces Reece Topley in England’s ODI World Cup squad
England's team has drafted the relatively inexperienced Brydon Carse as a substitute for Reece Topley who suffered an injury to his index finger. (READ MORE)
6. Former India spinner Bishan Singh Bedi passes away at 77
Bedi, who made his international debut in 1966, has played a total of 67 Tests and took 266 wickets. (READ MORE)
7. ‘You don’t take anyone lightly’ - Andrew McDonald ahead of Australia’s World Cup clash against Netherlands
Andrew McDonald, Australia's coach, stated that no team can be taken lightly ahead of their ODI World Cup clash against the Netherlands. Australia and the Netherlands will square off at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on October 25. (READ MORE)
8. ODI World Cup 2023: Bangladesh vs South Africa Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Bangladesh and South Africa will square off in match No. 23 of the ongoing ODI World Cup on Tuesday, October 24. (READ MORE)
9. Jhye Richardson’s Sheffield Shield return delayed following shoulder dislocation
Australian cricketer Jhye Richardson’s lengthy spell of injuries continues, as the 27-year-old recently dislocated his shoulder. The pacer injured himself while fielding for Western Australia in a second XI game against South Australia in Adelaide. (READ MORE)
10. How many times has Virat Kohli been dismissed in the 90s in international cricket?
There is no doubt that ace Indian batter Virat Kohli is one of the best in world cricket. Over the years, the 34-year-old has put forth many exceptional performances and reached the pinnacle of his career. (READ MORE)
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