December 7 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. ‘F**k off fixer’ - Sreesanth reveals Gautam Gambhir’s sledging during LLC 2023

Gautam Gambhir and S Sreesanth got involved in a heated spat during the first innings of the Eliminator match between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants in the ongoing Legends League Cricket. The former India pacer recently revealed what exactly Gambhir said during the match. (READ MORE)

2. Virat Kohli will break many more records but 100 centuries seems the most difficult one: Brian Lara

The legendary former West Indies cricketer, Brian Lara, explained why it will be very difficult for Virat Kohli to break Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 centuries in international cricket. (READ MORE)

3. ‘He didn't do that intentionally’ - Mehidy Hasan defends Mushfiqur Rahim following uncommon dismissal

On Day 1 of the second Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Dhaka, veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim got out in a bizarre fashion. After the day’s play, Mehidy Hasan defended Mushfiqur and stated that it was completely unintentional. (READ MORE)

4. ICC unveil logo of T20 World Cup 2024 with a vibrant makeover

The pinnacle of international T20 cricket just got a vibrant makeover with the unveiling of the new visual identity for the ICC T20 World Cup. The logo, a creative fusion of bat, ball, and energy, symbolises the core elements of international T20 cricket. (READ MORE)

5. Reports: BCCI to discuss T20I future with Virat Kohli soon, Ishan Kishan likely to replace him in T20 WC 2024

Reports have emerged that the BCCI are looking to accommodate the no. 3 spot for wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in the West Indies and the USA. This hints that star batter Virat Kohli may not travel with the team for the tournament, as the board feels Kishan can play the role of an attacker. (READ MORE)

6. I need to be the mediator and get both David Warner and Mitchell Johnson in a room: Ricky Ponting

There has been a lot of controversy surrounding David Warner and former cricketer Mitchell Johnson. Meanwhile, former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting stated that he believes that it’s time for him to be the mediator and solve the differences between these two cricketers. (READ MORE)

7. Reports: BCCI to discuss T20I future with Virat Kohli soon, Ishan Kishan likely to replace him in T20 WC 2024

With the T20 World Cup 2024 just six months away, there are widespread discussions around the future of batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the T20I side. (READ MORE)

8. Contenders for the ICC Men's Player of the Month for November 2023 unveiled

Two World Cup-winning Australians, Travis Head and Glenn Maxwell, alongside the Indian fast-bowling maestro, Mohammed Shami, were the strong contenders for the ICC Men's Player of the Month Award for November 2023. (READ MORE)

9. Ajay Jadeja 'ready' to become Pakistan coach

Ajay Jadeja, the former Indian cricketer, responded positively when asked about the prospect of taking on a coaching role with the Pakistan team. Currently serving as the mentor for the Afghanistan national team, Jadeja expressed his willingness for the position. (READ MORE)

10. BBL 2023-24: Matthew Short named captain of Adelaide Strikers

Matthew Short, the accomplished top-order batter of Australia, has been appointed as the new captain for the Adelaide Strikers in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL), succeeding Travis Head. (READ MORE)