December 14 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. AUS vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi named vice-captain for Australia Test series

After being appointed as Pakistan's T20 captain last month, Shaheen Afridi will now be serving as the deputy of Test captain Shan Masood during the series against Australia. (READ MORE)

2. New Zealand announce 15-member squad for U19 Cricket World Cup

Talented batter Oscar Jackson will lead a 15-member New Zealand squad in the impending U19 Cricket World Cup. (READ MORE)

3. 'When you play in different leagues, you pick up little bits of golden nuggets' - Tabraiz Shamsi emphasizes benefits of playing in T20 leagues

Tabraiz Shamsi shared his personal experience while explaining the benefits of playing in different T20 leagues. (READ MORE)

4. Lancashire appoint Dale Benkenstein as head coach

Former Durham camptain Dale Benkenstein has been appointed as the head coach of Lancashire. (READ MORE)

5. Ravi Ashwin has probably been one of my biggest coaches: Nathan Lyon

The legendary Nathan Lyon spoke about his learnings from fellow off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. (READ MORE)

6. Sussex re-signs Cheteshwar Pujara for 2024 County Championship season and One-Day Cup

Sussex announced Cheteshwar Pujara and Daniel Hughes as overseas signings for the 2024 season. (READ MORE)

7. 'If I want to do Sajda, no one can stop me' - Mohammed Shami reacts to World Cup 2023 celebration controversy

Mohammed Shami broke his silence after some Pakistani media outlets scrutinised his reaction after he took the fifth of his seven wickets against New Zealand in the ODI World Cup 2023 semi-final. (READ MORE)

8. Sri Lanka Cricket names new selection committee for two years, appoints Upul Tharanga as chairman

Upul Tharanga has been appointed as the chairman of Sri Lanka's new selection committee, comprising Ajantha Mendis, Indika de Saram, Tharanga Paranavitana, and Dilruwan Perera. (READ MORE)

9. Reports: Mohammed Shami recommended for prestigious Arjuna Award by BCCI

As per reports, Mohammed Shami's name has been recommended by BCCI for prestigious Arjuna Award after a sensational performance in ODI World Cup 2023. (READ MORE)

10. 'It wasn't easy to digest, but life moves on' - Rohit Sharma breaks silence on ODI World Cup 2023 agony

Rohit Sharma shared his views on India's heartbreaking loss to Australia in the finals of the ODI World Cup last month. (READ MORE)