September 13, 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. Funded by ICC, Zimbabwe to get new cricket stadium in Victoria Falls costing up to $10 million
The construction will reportedly cost between $5 and $10 million, but the ICC did mention that there would be no more contribution from their side in the project. (READ MORE)
2. 'Pehli ball maarni hai, maar' - Dhruv Jurel recalls first candid interaction with Rohit Sharma
Dhruv Jurel recalled his first interaction with Rohit Sharma during a training session on the sidelines of his debut Test series against England earlier this year. (READ MORE)
3. IPL player retention rule may face delay by BCCI
The release of the retention regulations can be postponed further. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may postpone the announcement till the end of the month, according to rumours that are making the rounds among IPL franchise owners and officials. (READ MORE)
4. 'I am playing with you, and after playing with your son, I will retire' - Piyush Chawla in response to Prithvi Shaw on retirement
Veteran spinner Piyush Chawla continues to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the age of 35, demonstrating that passion for the game knows no age limit. (READ MORE)
5. Geoff Allardice confirms Pakistan as hosts for Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC’s (International Cricket Council) Chief Executive, Geoff Allardice, recently came forward and confirmed that it is not in their plans to relocate the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, which is set to be hosted in Pakistan. The marquee event is set to be held in February-March 2025. (READ MORE)
6. WATCH: Hardik Pandya spotted bowling with red ball as Test season approaches
Hardik Pandya will return to action during the T20I series between India and Bangladesh next month. (READ MORE)
7. Former Australian fast bowler Frank Misson passes away aged 85
Former Australia and New South Wales pacer, Frank Misson, has passed away aged 85. (READ MORE)
8. New Zealand frustrated after losing on crucial game time ahead of Sri Lanka and India series - Gary Stead
New Zealand's cricket team is frustrated as their one-off Test match against Afghanistan was called off without a single ball being bowled. (READ MORE)
9. 'So so proud of you both' - Suryakumar Yadav heaps praise on Shams Mulani, Tanush Kotian for Duleep Trophy heroics
With India A reduced to 144/6 on Day 1 of their second-round game in the Duleep Trophy, the Mumbai duo held their team strong. (READ MORE)
10. Reports: Taliban could ban cricket in Afghanistan
Afghanistan's cricket could come to a standstill as reports suggest that Taliban could ban the sport in the country. (READ MORE)
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