October 30, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. 'Important for us, wanted to win this series at any cost' - Harmanpreet Kaur on series victory over New Zealand post T20 WC performance

Harmanpreet Kaur was happy with her teammates as they could execute their plans in the third ODI and win the series 2-1 against New Zealand. (READ MORE)

2. West Indies announce ODI squad for England series; Shimron Hetmyer returns

Shimron Hetmyer made a comeback to West Indies' squad for the ODI series against England. Meanwhile, Alick Athanaze was dropped. (READ MORE)

3. Sri Lanka Cricket to host men's T-10 competition in December

December 12, 2024, will see the first T-10 competition being held by Sri Lanka, according to a board release. (READ MORE)

4. 'There is so much healthy competition that you start enjoying it' - Ishan Kishan on India comeback

Ishan Kishan said that the competition to get into the Indian team is something that he enjoys and it doesn't put him under additional pressure. (READ MORE)

5. Historic Boxing Day Test: Zimbabwe to host Afghanistan after 28 years

Zimbabwe will play host to their first-ever Boxing Day Test since 1996 when they host Afghanistan for an all-format series from December 2024 to January 2025. (READ MORE)

6. ‘Not going to be easy for Pakistan to hire international talent’ - Ramiz Raja on Gary Kirsten’s departure

Ramiz Raja feels that Pakistan won't be able to appoint foreign coaches easily after Gary Kirsten's premature departure. (READ MORE)

7. Reports: Gujarat Titans set to retain Gill and Rashid for IPL 2025, Shami overlooked

According to reports, Gujarat Titans will be retaining their captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Rashid Khan for IPL 2025. (READ MORE)

8. Harbhajan Singh names KKR's potential retentions ahead of deadline day, leaves out Harshit Rana

Harshit Rana couldn't find a spot as Harbhajan Singh named Kolkata Knight Riders' potential retentions. (READ MORE)

9. IPL 2025: Nicholas Pooran signs LSG contract

Star wicketkeeper-batter Nicholas Pooran is set to be retained for INR 18 crore by Lucknow Super Giants. (READ MORE)

10. ‘You can't control social media, jo bhi chalega’ - Ishan Kishan addresses tough times outside cricket

Kishan was subjected to immense criticism earlier this year, especially for skipping the Ranji Trophy and practising with IPL captain Hardik Pandya in Baroda. (READ MORE)