August 18, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. CA announces upcoming seven comprehensive years of cricket

Australia and England will meet at the MCG in March 2027 in a one-off celebration of the first Test played in March 1877. (READ MORE)

2. Mahmudul Hasan Joy doubtful for Tests in Pakistan

Ahead of the first Test, Bangladesh were dealt some bad news as opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy suffered a groin injury. (READ MORE)

3. 'We had an identity, people wanted to emulate us' - Aravinda De Silva rues lack of aggression in current Sri Lanka team

De Silva is widely termed as the greatest entertainer in cricket, owing to his fearless and flamboyant batting style. But the veteran has pointed out the lack of the same approach in the current Sri Lanka team. (READ MORE)

4. Pakistan to go all-pace against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi Test

The sole spinner named in the Test squad for the Bangladesh series, Abrar Ahmed, was released ahead of the first Test join the Shaheens squad, leaving Khurram Shehzad, Mir Hamza, and Mohammad Ali to complete the pace battery. (READ MORE)

5. Badshah, Sonam Bajwa sizzle at Delhi Premier League T20's glitzy opening ceremony

The opening gala was attended by DDCA’s top management, franchise team owners, players, and staff from all participating men’s and women’s teams. (READ MORE)

6. ICC looking to collaborate with IOC for cricket's inclusion at Youth Olympics 2030

Last year, the Government of India declared that it intends to bid for the 2030 Youth Olympic Games in Mumbai. (READ MORE)

7. 'I will remember and cherish forever' - Nupur Nagar acknowledges Bhuvneshwar Kumar's surprise birthday party present

India pacer, Bhuvneshwar Kumar surprised his wife Nupur Nagar on her birthday on August 15. Bhuvneshwar and Nupur got hitched in November 2017 and the duo was blessed with a baby girl, Acsah, in November 2021. (READ MORE)

8. Watch: Young girl tries to imitate India pacer Jasprit Bumrah's bowling action, video goes viral

In a recent video which has been garnering interest from the fans, a girl was spotted copying Bumrah's action quite efficiently. (READ MORE)

9. Courtney Walsh provides update on his stolen phones

Former West Indian cricketer, Courtney Walsh, took to social media to break out the unfortunate news of his phones getting stolen from him. (READ MORE)

10. 'Life father, like son' - Samit Dravid's stunning six prompts comparisons with father Rahul Dravid

The 18-year-old Samit Dravid, the son of the legendary former Indian batter Rahul Dravid was roped in by the Mysuru Warriors for INR 50,000 in the Maharaja T20 Trophy tournament last month. (READ MORE)