December 5 Evening Brief: Today’s Top news and headlines from cricket world

David Warner and Floods. (Photo Source: X(Twitter)

1. ‘It’s almost a done deal’ – Aakash Chopra expects Ravi Bishnoi to feature in T20 World Cup 2024

After a Player of the Series performance in the T20I series vs Australia, former cricketer Aakash Chopra expects Bishnoi to travel with the Indian side for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which is slated to begin on June 4. (READ MORE)

2. Mitchell Starc’s late night text fuels Spencer Johnson’s comeback trail

Struggling to find sleep after the injury, Starc’s encouraging words uplifted his spirits, motivating him to make a resilient comeback to the Australian side. (READ MORE)

3. ECB introduces Independent Cricket Regulator to address disparities across race, gender, and class

In a significant move aimed at addressing structural inequalities in cricket, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has introduced the Cricket Regulator, an independent body tasked with overseeing compliance and enforcing regulations within the sport. (READ MORE)

4. Chandika Hathurusingha backs ‘tactically excellent’ Shanto as long-term captaincy prospect for Bangladesh

Following Bangladesh’s win over New Zealand i n, head coach Chandika Hathurusingha praised Shanto’s leadership skills and hailed him as one of the long-term prospects to lead Bangladesh in all three formats of the game. (READ MORE)

5. ‘India will always be grateful’ – Wishes pour in on Shikhar Dhawan’s 37th birthday

Ace India batter Shikhar Dhawan is celebrating his 37th birthday on December 5, 2023. Dhawan, who is recognised as a left-handed opener, currently serves as the captain of the Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). (READ MORE)

6. Reports: BCCI sets 18-week high-performance programme for Hardik Pandya recovery

As per reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has adopted a patient and measured approach for Hardik’s comeback, with the T20 World Cups in 2024 and 2026 in the pipeline. (READ MORE)

7. Deepak Chahar’s father Lokendra Singh Chahar suffers brain stroke, admitted to a hospital in Aligarh

According to reports, Lokendra had visited Aligarh to attend a wedding function where he suffered the stroke. The report further states that Deepak Chahar got to know about his father’s ill health on December 02 and immediately flew from Bengaluru to Delhi. (READ MORE)

8. BCCI claims default in payment by ex-sponsor Byju’s worth INR 158 crore

In the latest turn of events, Ed-tech platform BYJU’s parent firm Think and Learn Private Limited has received a notice for defaulted payment from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) worth INR 158 crores. (READ MORE)

9. 254 international players sign up for PSL 9 draft

The roster for the ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) draft was unveiled, revealing an impressive lineup of 254 international cricketers eager to participate. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) witnessed a surge in interest from overseas players keen on joining the tournament. (READ MORE)

10. Cyclone Michaung: David Warner shows concern about floods in Chennai, urges people to ‘seek higher ground’

Veteran Australian cricketer David Warner offered solidarity with the residents of Chennai, who are grappling with the aftermath of ongoing floods caused by heavy rainfall. (READ MORE)