August 29, Morning Brief: Today’s top news and headlines from the cricketing world

Lakshya Sen and Kohli (Twitter)

1. Ravichandran Ashwin picks his all-time IPL XI

Unsurprisingly, off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin named the legendary MS Dhoni as the captain of his all-time IPL XI. (READ MORE)

2. I want to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton: Lakshya Sen

Lakshya Sen, who reached the semifinals of the badminton event at the Paris Olympics 2024, said that he wants to be the Virat Kohli of his sport. (READ MORE)

3. New Zealand appoint former all-rounder Jacob Oram as new bowling coach

After working as the New Zealand bowling coach on an interim basis, Jacob Oram has now been roped in for the role in a full-time capacity. (READ MORE)

4. I am confident in my ability and believe that I can play Test cricket again: Karun Nair

Karun Nair hopes to make a comeback into the Indian Test team with solid performances in domestic cricket. (READ MORE)

5. Men’s One-Day Cup trophy set to honour former great

Cricket Australia (CA) is asking fans to help them in naming the men’s domestic One-Day Cup trophy in honour of a former Australian cricketing great from the 2024-25 season onward. (READ MORE)

6. West Indies pacer Shannon Gabriel retires from international cricket

The 36-year-old Shannon Gabriel retired from international cricket but will continue playing for his country, club, and in franchise leagues around the world. (READ MORE)

7. ‘I want to get back as quick as I possibly can’ – Ben Stokes addresses rehab process while pledging comeback in Pakistan series

Injured England Test captain Ben Stokes is hopeful of making a comeback during the Pakistan tour, starting in October. (READ MORE)

8. CPL 2024: Heinrich Klaasen pulls out citing personal reasons

Heinrich Klaasen will not be in action during CPL 2024 as he has pulled out due to a family emergency. (READ MORE)

9. ‘I wish him the very best of luck towards the next phase’ – Sachin Tendulkar on Jay Shah’s appointment as ICC Chairman

The iconic Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Jay Shah on being appointed as the ICC Chairman and wished him good luck for his new role. (READ MORE)

10. Mohammed Shami named in Bengal’s probable list for 2024-25 domestic cricket season

Mohammed Shami has been named in Bengal’s 31-man probable list for the upcoming domestic cricket season. (READ MORE)