January 31 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. IND vs ENG: Indian team receives grand welcome in Vizag ahead of 2nd Test

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video of their reception in Vizag, where hundreds of fans were seen waiting in the airport to welcome the team. (READ MORE)

2. Monty Panesar criticises 'clueless captain' Rohit Sharma after Hyderabad loss

Rohit failed to go big with the bat with his tactics in Hyderabad, and Panesar opined that the skipper seemed clueless in the clash. (READ MORE)

3. India should be careful of not falling into their own trap by preparing turning wicket: Harbhajan Singh

With Virat Kohli also not playing in the first two Tests due to personal reasons, the Indian batting lineup is looking worrisome, according to the former cricketer Harbhajan Singh. (READ MORE)

4. Mohammad Kaif hopes Kohli's Test return 'isn't too late' for Indian remontada

Mohammad Kaif came forward to opine and highlight the impact of Virat Kohli’s absence from the side for the first Test. (READ MORE)

5. Ranji Trophy 2024: Deepak Dhapola opens up on IPL prospects after consecutive hat tricks

Speaking about his hopes of playing in the IPL, Deepak Dhapola said that he’s only focused on playing good cricket at the moment. (READ MORE)

6. Umesh Yadav poses with MS Dhoni ahead of IPL 2024

A photo of veteran Indian pacer Umesh Yadav alongside former skipper MS Dhoni is going viral on the internet. (READ MORE)

7. Mayank Agarwal admitted to ICU after suffering discomfort onboard Surat flight

Mayank Agarwal suffered a major health issue while on a flight to Delhi from Agartala and was rushed to the hospital where he was admitted to ICU. However, he is stated to be fine now. (READ MORE)

8. Rinku Singh set to gift car to his father after receiving INR 3 crore award

Rinku Singh has recently made his intention to buy a car for his father as a sign of gratitude towards him after he received a substantial sum of Rs 3 crore. (READ MORE)

9. Musheer Khan continues purple patch with beauteous Bloemfontein ton

Musheer Khan's bat orchestrated a symphony of strokes, propelling India to a formidable total against New Zealand in the ongoing U19 World Cup. (READ MORE)