August 5 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Alex Hales announces retirement from international cricket, will continue playing for Nottingham

England opener Alex Hales, who won the T20 World Cup last year, announced his retirement from international cricket. (READ MORE)

2. Rishabh Pant facing 140kph-plus at NCA nets; KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer recovering well

As per reports, Rishabh Pant has started facing balls in excess of 140kph at the NCA and will focus on more compound movements in the near future. (READ MORE)

3. 'If Yuzvendra Chahal didn't bowl four overs, you missed a trick' - Aakash Chopra criticises Hardik Pandya after India's loss to West Indies

Aakash Chopra lashed out at Hardik Pandya for his usage of spinners in the first T20I against the West Indies. (READ MORE)

4. 'We are struggling with funding' - Captain of Indian blind cricket team highlights group's ordeals even after T20 WC victory

Ajay Kumar Reddy, who is the captain of Indian Blind Cricket Team, revealed the financial struggles of the side. (READ MORE)

5. 'I just want to be the best I can be between now and then' - Ollie Robinson braces himself for India challenge after dull Ashes

England pacer Ollie Robinson wants to come back strongly after a disappointing Ashes series. (READ MORE)

6. I think if I am being too patient, then I’m not being able to score in any format: David Warner

David Warner gave an interesting take on what according to him brings out his best game. (READ MORE)

7. It's nice to see Kane Williamson with bat in hand and hitting balls again but he is yet to hit optimum fitness, says Gary Stead

Kane Williamson recently returned to the nets after ACL surgery. Kiwi coach Gary Stead is optimistic about the veteran’s chances of a quick comeback. (READ MORE)

8. ‘Will miss his dry, witty humour’ - Ollie Robinson opens up on Stuart Broad’s retirement from professional cricket

Ollie Robinson mentioned a few reasons why he would miss the recently-retired Stuart Broad. (READ MORE)

9. 'Can't deliver under pressure' - Salman Butt's indirect dig at Rohit Sharma's performance in ICC knockouts

Salman Butt took a sly dig at Rohit Sharma’s performance in ICC knockouts while batting for Ishan Kishan’s spot in ODI playing XI. (READ MORE)

10. 'Amazing opportunity to see how we go in those conditions' - Zak Crawley keen to test Bazball's effectiveness in India

Zak Crawley gave reasons as to why he feels that some pitches in India might suit ‘Bazball’ cricket. (READ MORE)