December 5, Morning Brief: Today’s top news and headlines from cricketing world

KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma. (Photo Source: BCCI)

1. Australia confirm playing XI for Adelaide Test, Scott Boland returns

Australia have made one change to their squad as Scott Boland has been called up to replace Josh Hazlewood. (READ MORE)

2. KL Rahul should carry on opening, Rohit can bat at five or six: Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri advised Indian team management to continue with the opening combination of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second Test. (READ MORE)

3. Big Cricket League 2024: Irfan Pathan to lead Mumbai Marines

Mumbai Marines has unveiled its squad for the upcoming Big Cricket League 2024. Irfan Pathan has been announced as captain. (READ MORE)

4. KL Rahul expresses desire for a stand named after him at Chinnaswamy stadium

KL Rahul wants a stand named after him at M Chinnaswamy Stadium but understands that he will have to score a truckload of runs for it to happen. (READ MORE)

5. Sunil Gavaskar picks Gary Sobers over Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli as best batter

Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar names Gary Sobers as the best batter despite him not being one of the options. (READ MORE)

6. Indian players body-shamed by mob in Adelaide during open net session

Disruption stirred up by fans forced India’s second session to take place behind closed doors. (READ MORE)

7. Coach Phil Simmons elated with Bangladesh’s strong comeback against West Indies

Phil Simmons stated that he loved how batters went out with positive intent and lauded the players for showing great spirit to comeback after the loss in the first game. (READ MORE)

8. Jayden Seales, Kevin Sinclair fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

West Indies bowlers, Jayden Seales and Kevin Sinclair have been found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct. (READ MORE)

9. ECB extends Jofra Archer’s central contract

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has extended Jofra Archer’s central contract. (READ MORE)

10. South Africa announce T20I squad for Pakistan home series, Heinrich Klaasen to lead

Skipper Aiden Markram and several key players engaged in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka, hence, Heinrich Klaasen has been named as captain. (READ MORE)

Disclaimer: This latest news is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.