September 21, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. Twitter Reactions: Afghanistan complete series win with another excellent bowling performance against South Africa

Let us have a look at how X reacted to Afghanistan defeating South Africa in the second ODI of the series. (READ MORE)

2. Bowling and batting are very separate sports in the same game: R Ashwin

Over the years he has chiseled himself to fit into the bowling all-rounder mould. He admitted that while bowling is a conscious approach, batting demands a behind-the-brain ability to flourish. (READ MORE)

3. 'More focused on new players' - Josh Hazlewood reveals Australia's plan for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

With all eyes on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Australian pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood opened up on a strategic shift in the team's approach. (READ MORE)

4. India has advantage in Women's T20 World Cup due to familiarity with UAE conditions: Mithali Raj

The venue change has also brought several tactical shifts within the team. The UAE decks known to assist spinners made Sri Lanka drop a pacer. India, though, have stuck with their squad, and former Indiaskipper Mithali Raj has said that conditions in the UAE might add to the advantage of Women in Blue. (READ MORE)

5. Watch: Rohit Sharma sets ultra-aggressive field for Mushfiqur Rahim

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma put up an ultra-aggressive field placement during Bangladesh's first innings of the first Test match at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. (READ MORE)

6. 'What history?' - Ravi Shastri cold shoulders Tamim Iqbal's Kohli-Mushfiqur rivalry comment

While Tamim reminded everyone of the Kohli-Mushfiqur rivalry, Shastri jumped into the conversation in his own style. (READ MORE)

7. Watch: Virat Kohli's DRS blunder leaves Rohit Sharma stunned

The Indian dressing room, particularly skipper Rohit Sharma, was visibly distraught upon learning the reality as a DRS call would have easily overturned the wrong on-field decision. (READ MORE)

8. Watch: Imad Wasim recalled by umpires after being declared out, leads to massive on-field ruckus

A controversial moment took place in the CPL (Caribbean Premier League) 2024 clash between Trinbago Knight Riders and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons as veteran West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard could not keep his calm during the game. (READ MORE)

9. IND vs BAN 2024: TNCA fails to provide hassle-free experience to spectators

Cricket fans had to wait in long queues to obtain their physical tickets to watch the ongoing first Test between India and Bangladesh. (READ MORE)

10. Watch: Jasprit Bumrah rattles Taskin Ahmed's timber in trademark style

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah gradually drew Taskin Ahmed to lose the plot by changing the line and length, every now and then. The variations included a barrage of bouncers and Taskin received a pep talk from Mehidy Hasan Miraz, saying “Well Played”. (READ MORE)