July 1, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from the cricketing world

1. Twitter Reactions: Struggling South Africa no match to power giants India in Chennai Test

A brief look at how X reacted to India women defeating South Africa in the only Test in dominant fashion. (READ MORE)

2. 'I appreciate his decision' - Rajkumar Sharma supports Virat Kohli's retirement call post T20 World Cup glory 

The star batter divulged the news during the post-match ceremony of the final of the T20 World Cup 2024. (READ MORE)

3. Chloe Tryon reinstated into South Africa's T20I squad for upcoming series against India

South Africa Women, set to contest the three T20Is in the concluding leg of their India tour at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, will undergo revitalization following the return of Chloe Tryon to the roster. (READ MORE)

4. Jay Shah namedrops Hardik Pandya while answering a query on India's next T20I captain but leaves final decision to selectors

Hardik Pandya is one of the contenders to become India's next T20I captain after Rohit Sharma retired from the format following the 2024 T20 World Cup. (READ MORE)

5. Watch: India fans cheer for South Africa after T20 World Cup final drubbing

As the side boarded the bus after the game, some Indian fans gathered nearby could be seen cheering for South Africa, hyping them up after the loss. The clip of the wholesome moment has been making the rounds all over social media. (READ MORE)

6. Pakistan announce squad for Women's Asia Cup, Nida Dar retained as captain

Out-of-form Nida Dar will lead Pakistan in the forthcoming Women's Asia Cup, which will be played in the T20 format. (READ MORE)

7. 'Rahul Dravid's coaching is very silent and correct' - Lalchand Rajput heaps praises on Rahul Dravid after T20 World Cup victory

After India's spectacular victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final, former India head coach Lalchand Rajput has opened up about the understated yet pivotal role played by current coach Rahul Dravid. (READ MORE)

8. Virat Kohli reveals conversation with Rohit Sharma before iconic photo with T20 World Cup trophy

Virat Kohli opened up on the iconic photo with Rohit Sharma after India's seven-run win in the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa on June 29. Kohli revealed that he had asked the Indian captain to hold the World Cup trophy for a while. (READ MORE)

9. 'I’m basking in a dream come true' - Rohit Sharma posts wholesome picture following T20 World Cup win

Rohit also took to Instagram to post a picture of himself lying down on the ground with a huge smile on his face after the title win. (READ MORE)

10. ‘Good things happen to good people’ - Aakash Chopra congratulates Rahul Dravid after World Cup success

He added that India managed to stay number 1 in all the formats of the game and finally finished it off with a trophy. Chopra was happy with his success as India head coach and added that he provided stability and clarity of thought. (READ MORE)