February 24 Morning Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. Karnataka cricketer Hoysala YC passes away after match due to cardiac arrest

The distressing incident unfolded on the cricket field during the Aegis South Zone tournament in Bengaluru, leaving the sports community in shock. [READ MORE]

2. PSL 2024: Hawk-Eye issues an apology to PCB over Rilee Rossouw's LBW dismissal row

The controversy unfolded during the 11th over of Gladiators' innings, when captain Rilee Rossouw faced a contentious decision. [READ MORE]

3. South Africa's Tristan Stubbs enters record books smashing triple century in first-class cricket

Stubbs scored an unbeaten 302 runs for Warriors against Kwa-Zulu Natal Inland. [READ MORE]

4. 'Myself and an Indian player will open the batting initially' - UP Warriorz skipper Alyssa Healy speaks up on opening dilemma in WPL 2024

Reflecting on the inaugural edition's struggles with the opening combination, Healy expressed confidence in the team's improved choices this time around. [READ MORE]

5. Devon Conway cleared of major injury after suffering blow to thumb during second T20I against Australia

Despite there being no serious injury, Conway remains doubtful for third T20I in Auckland on Sunday, February 25. [READ MORE]

6. Joe Root surpasses Steve Smith with record-breaking ton against India in Ranchi Test

England batter Joe Root registered his name in cricketing books by becoming the first batsman to score 10 Test centuries against India. [READ MORE]

7. RCB set to play exciting brand of cricket in WPL: Coach Luke Williams

Luke Williams reckoned that captain Smriti Mandhana is also ready to lead from the front in their first match of the season at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. [READ MORE]

8. IPL 2024: Why are Delhi Capitals playing in Visakhapatnam instead of their home ground?

Delhi Capitals' first couple of home games will be played at Vizag instead of Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi.  [READ MORE]

9. 'Hats off to Akash' - Anil Kumble praises Akash Deep for impressive debut against England

Former India cricketer Anil Kumble commended the right-arm pacer for his exceptional display on the field. [READ MORE]

10. Ireland's James McCollum upbeat about Afghanistan Test

The 28-year-old has 16 international caps for Ireland, including having played in six of Ireland Men’s seven Test matches. [READ MORE]