September 8 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. Asia Cup 2023: India-Pakistan Super Four clash to have a reserve day
India and Pakistan will play on September 10 in the Super Four stage of the tournament and with the threat of rain looming over the clash once again a reserve day has been added to the contest. (READ MORE)
2. Asia Cup 2023: Jasprit Bumrah rejoins India squad in Colombo ahead of Pakistan clash
Jasprit Bumrah flew from Mumbai and landed in Colombo in the early hours of September 8 ahead of India’s Super Four clash against Pakistan in the capital city, scheduled on September 10. (READ MORE)
3. Decision to include cricket in Los Angeles Olympics 2028 delayed
The much-awaited announcement regarding cricket's inclusion in the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028 has been temporarily postponed according to a statement from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). (READ MORE)
4. Rohit Sharma spills the beans on Rahul Dravid's leadership style and his discussions with Virat Kohli
Indian captain Rohit Sharma spilled the beans on the Indian dressing environment under his and head coach Rahul Dravid’s leadership. (READ MORE)
5. ‘We speak about being relentless’ - South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma on his side's loss in series opener against Australia
Temba Bavuma, South Africa captain, expressed his disappointment after his side’s three-wicket loss against Australia in the first ODI of the five-game series, in Bloemfontein, on Thursday, September 7. (READ MORE)
6. Will Sutherland named as Victoria's Sheffield Shield skipper
Will Sutherland has been given the responsibility of leading Victoria in the impending Sheffield Shield competition. (READ MORE)
7. Can't wait to see Virat Kohli in the World Cup doing special things for Team India: AB de Villiers
Former South Africa skipper AB de Villiers reckoned that he can’t wait to see Virat Kohli do special things in the ODI World Cup. (READ MORE)
8. Chris Broad set to officiate 350th ODI game as referee
Former English batter and one of the renowned members of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees, Chris Broad is all set to officiate his 350th men’s ODI match as the referee. (READ MORE)
9. ‘Both cannot have a place in the XI’ - Irfan Pathan’s take on KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan’s spot
Irfan Pathan reckoned that KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan cannot be included in India’s playing XI together, stating they can only feature together if a player in the top-order is injured. (READ MORE)
10. 'You guys know I am a big fan' - AB de Villiers expresses relief as Suryakumar Yadav makes World Cup squad
Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers expressed delight after Suryakumar Yadav was included in Team India’s ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 squad. (READ MORE)
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