June 29 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Twitter Reactions: England make late comeback as Australia leave door ajar at close of play

Take a look at how Twitter reacted to Day 1 of the second Ashes 2023 Test as Australia put in a sensational batting performance at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. (READ MORE)

2. Soumya Sarkar included in Bangladesh's squad for ACC Men's Emerging Asia Cup 2023

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) recently announced their 15-member squad for the ACC Men’s Emerging Asia Cup 2023, and the 30-year-old Soumya Sarkar has been named in the squad. (READ MORE)

3. Reports: Rajasthan Royals set to offer Jos Buttler multi-year contract

A report by The Telegraph states that the inaugural Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Rajasthan Royals are looking to offer Jos Buttler a multi-year contract. (READ MORE)

4. I believe Ravindra Jadeja will do what Yuvraj Singh did in the 2011 World Cup: Krishnamachari Srikkanth

Former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth is of the opinion that all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja could have a similar impact in the 2023 World Cup to that of Yuvraj Singh in the 2011 edition. (READ MORE)

5. Ashes 2023: Steve Smith becomes second fastest batter to reach 9000 runs in Test cricket

Veteran Australia batter Steve Smith has become the second-fastest batter to reach 9000 runs in Test cricket following his knock on Day 1 of the second Ashes Test. (READ MORE)

6. 'I believe in performances' - Sourav Ganguly backs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to continue playing for India in coming years

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly backs veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to continue playing for India despite their age, given that they perform at the peak of their powers. (READ MORE)

7. Rishabh Pant adds second date of birth on Instagram profile after new lease of life following last year's horrific car crash

Star India wicketkeeper recently left fans bemused after he added a second date of birth to his Instagram bio. (READ MORE)

8. Pakistan shouldn’t be making excuses like why we are playing against Afghanistan in Chennai, or India in Ahmedabad: Kamran Akmal

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal has come forward to opine that the PCB should not be making excuses over the venues for the upcoming World Cup 2023. (READ MORE)

9. T20 Blast 2023: Imad Wasim returns to Notts Outlaws on short-term deal

Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has signed for his third stint as an overseas player with Notts Outlaws in the T20 Blast 2023. (READ MORE)

10. I get inspired when I see Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni: Sheldon Jackson

Sheldon Jackson recently came forward to brand Dinesh Karthik and MS Dhoni as his inspiration to stay fit even towards the end of their careers. (READ MORE)