December 23 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Suryakumar Yadav out till February with Grade-II ankle tear

In a major blow for India, star batter Suryakumar Yadav has been ruled out due to a Grade-II ankle tear until February. He suffered the injury while fielding in the series against South Africa. (READ MORE)

2. England appoint Kieron Pollard as consultant for T20 World Cup 2024

England appointed legendary West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard as the new consultant for the T20 World Cup 2024, as he has a better understanding of the conditions. (READ MORE)

3. Usman Khawaja clarifies ‘All Lives are Equal’ expression

Usman Khawaja clarified that he did not have any hidden agenda in donning 'All Lives Matter' armband in Perth. He stated the act was only to pay homage to the thousands of kids who lost their lives in war. (READ MORE)

4. I'll be looking like a UFC fighter in T20 World Cup: Andre Russell

The 35-year-old opened up about his fitness and mentioned that he will look like a UFC fighter by the time the T20 World Cup begins. (READ MORE)

5. Moises Henriques reflects on Tom Curran’s four-game suspension in BBL 2023-24

Tom Curran caught every headline after he was slapped with a four-match suspension in the ongoing BBL. However, Moises Henriques came to his defence and reflected on the harsh punishment. (READ MORE)

6. Noman Ali ruled out of Australia Tests with acute appendicitis

Noman Ali underwent a laparoscopic appendectomy after complaining of 'sudden and severe' abdominal pain. PCB confirmed that he underwent a successful surgery. (READ MORE)

7. India U19 to play tri-series against South Africa U19 & Afghanistan U19 ahead of ICC Men’s U19 World Cup

The tri-series will be played at the Old Edwardians Cricket Club, Johannesburg, and will witness each team playing each other twice. (READ MORE)

8. Super Smash organises 'Thank You Gup' day to celebrate Martin Guptill’s career

Auckland Aces' Super Smash T20 game against Wellington Firebird on January 4 will celebrate the illustrious career of New Zealand batter Martin Guptill. (READ MORE)

9. Bangladesh seamers wreak havoc to orchestrate historic win in final ODI versus New Zealand

Bangladesh managed to avoid a series whitewash as they defeated New Zealand by nine wickets in the third and final ODI at McLean Park. (READ MORE)

10. Fans forced to sit on shabby seats at Wankhede Stadium during India-W vs Australia-W Test

A video of Wankhede Stadium has gone viral on social media where the dirty seats are clearly visible in the stands during India's one-off Test match against Australia. (READ MORE)