January 9 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Allan Donald dissects Jasprit Bumrah's bowling action

Legendary South African fast bowler Allan Donald compared the Indian speedster’s unique bowling action to a ‘golf swing’ as he goes hard in the last ten metres of his sprint. (READ MORE)

2. Mohammed Shami targets comeback during England Tests

Mohammed Shami has confirmed that his rehab is right on track. He added that despite slight stiffness in his ankle, he will be back to take on England. (READ MORE)

3. Atomberg swirls its wind towards BCCI; partners for international season 2024-26

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has onboarded Atomberg Technologies as one of its official partners for the international season 2024-26. (READ MORE)

4. ICC rates Newlands pitch for 2nd Test between South Africa and India as 'unsatisfactory'

ICC announced that the pitch for the second Test in the series between South Africa and India at Newlands in Cape Town has been rated as “unsatisfactory”. (READ MORE)

5. 'Requested that to be played' - Keshav Maharaj on entrance song Ram Siya Ram

Reflecting on this enchanting moment, Maharaj acknowledged the unique resonance created by the 'Ram Siya Ram' tune and played against formidable opponents like India. (READ MORE)

6. Marnus Labuschagne backs 'excited' Smith to deliver as Test opener

Marnus Labuschagne voiced his opinion and backed Smith to do a good job as an opener. He added that Green can bat at number four in that case. (READ MORE)

7. BCB mulling to reschedule Zimbabwe Tests due to 2024 T20 World Cup preparation

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is looking to postpone their upcoming two-match Test series at home against Zimbabwe. (READ MORE)

8. Mohammed Shami lives 'a dream' at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi

Star Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami, a crucial figure in India's ODI World Cup journey, expressed his joy over receiving the esteemed Arjuna Award. (READ MORE)

9. WTC has done more harm than good to Test cricket: Mark Butcher

Mark Butcher feels that the World Test Championship (WTC) has done more harm than good to Test cricket as the competitiveness has decreased in the recent past. (READ MORE)

10. Kiran More backs Jaiswal over Gill to open alongside Rohit in Afghanistan T20Is

Former India cricketer Kiran More wants Yashasvi Jaiswal to open alongside Rohit Sharma in the upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. (READ MORE)