August 2, Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. 'Nahi yaar, chhodo bhai' - Rohit Sharma jokes around return to T20Is

Rohit Sharma reminisced the T20 World Cup 2024 triumph but said that he won't return to the T20I arena. (READ MORE)

2. Reports: India vs Pakistan could happen thrice at Champions Trophy 2025

Arch-rivals India and Pakistan could face each other thrice at next year's Champions Trophy. (READ MORE)

3. Now that the global game is on a sounder fiscal footing, it is time for CWI to get their fair share: Clive Lloyd

Clive Lloyd called for an urgent course correction in the global revenue distribution model, putting emphasis on the need to address financial inequality promptly. (READ MORE)

4. I see the players putting in enormous amount of effort, I appeal to fans to support the team during ODIs: Sanath Jayasuriya

Sanath Jayasuriya urged the Sri Lankan fans to support the home team during the ODI series against India. (READ MORE)

5. PCB has given liberty to BCB for bringing their security consultant for Test series

PCB allows BCB to bring their personal security consultant for Test series, starting later this month. (READ MORE)

6. 'I was absolutely devastated to hear the news, was lucky to have a few conversations with him' - Rohit Sharma on passing away of Anshuman Gaekwad

Rohit Sharma pays homage to Anshuman Gaekwad after the legendary cricketer passed away on Wednesday night. (READ MORE)

7. CSK propose rule change to retain MS Dhoni as uncapped player for next IPL edition

Chennai Super Kings suggested a new rule which could help them retain MS Dhoni as an uncapped player for IPL 2025. (READ MORE)

8. ‘What’s personal to him is personal to him’ - Rohit Sharma talks about working with Gautam Gambhir

Rohit Sharma gives insights into Gautam Gambhir's coaching philosophy ahead of the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka. (READ MORE)

9. ‘Dravid, Ponting, Fleming, and McCullum’ - Eoin Morgan recommends four names for England white-ball coaching

Former England captain Eoin Morgan recommended names of Rahul Dravid, Ricky Ponting, Stephen Fleming, and Brendon McCullum for the role of England's white-ball coaching. (READ MORE)

10. ‘I am grateful to my fans’ - MS Dhoni reflects on viral ‘Thala for a reason’ trend

The legendary MS Dhoni thanked his fans for making the 'Thala for a reason' trend viral. (READ MORE)