November 13, Evening Brief: Today’s top news and headlines from cricketing world

November 13, Evening Brief: Today’s top news and headlines from cricketing world. (Source – Prabhatkhabar/Twitter)

1. WATCH: MS Dhoni and Sakshi vote in Ranchi for Jharkhand Elections

Dhoni was named as the brand ambassador of the Jharkhand Elections. (READ MORE)

2. MS Dhoni receives notice from Jharkhand High Court surrounding business dispute

The case against him was filed by his ex-business partners, Mihir Diwakar and Soumya Das. (READ MORE)

3. ‘Keep egos in check and focus on its growth and spirit’ – Shahid Afridi opens up on Champions Trophy conundrum  

PCB has asked for a written explanation from the Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) after their travel refusal. (READ MORE)

4. ICC launches refreshed visual identity for Champions Trophy

The men’s event will return for the first time since 2017, whilst there is a brand-new women’s version in the T20 format. (READ MORE)

5. Champions Trophy 2025: How much money Pakistan can lose if tournament gets shifted or postponed?

There can be huge financial implications for PCB if the multi-nation tournament is either postponed or moved to any other country. (READ MORE)

6. Reports: Sanju Samson’s father criticizes Dhoni, Kohli, Rohit, and Dravid for his son’s career setbacks

Vishwanath also voiced his displeasure and hit back at Kris Srikkanth after it was reported that the former India opener had downplayed his son’s century against Bangladesh. (READ MORE)

7. Rohit Sharma continues to train in Mumbai, likely to depart for Australia after birth of second child

Rohit has been putting in long hours by leveraging the facilities of the Mumbai Cricket Association and the Reliance Corporate Park since the past few days. (READ MORE)

8. Reports: Daniel Vettori to skip first BGT Test for IPL 2025 mega auction

Vettori, who is the head coach of the Sunrisers Hyderabad, is set to be in the Middle East during that period for the auction. (READ MORE)

9. Mohammed Shami’s absence will be a major miss for India in BGT 2024-25: Paul Adams

The former cricketer also praised the Bengal pacer for his scintillating performance in the ODI World Cup last year, where he finished as the highest wicket-taker. (READ MORE)

10. ‘Figured out how he bats – R Ashwin’s subtle warning to Steve Smith ahead of BGT 2024-25

In the last series between India and Australia in 2022, Ashwin got the better of him twice in six innings with Smith averaging only 11 against him. (READ MORE)