July 18 Morning Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Twitter Reactions: Agha Salman and Saud Shakeel’s valiant effort saves Pakistan from crumbling on Day 2

Let us have a look at how Twitter reacted to Day 2 of the first Test match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, as a valiant effort by the Pakistan batters kept them alive. (READ MORE)

2. ‘When my circle got smaller, my vision got clearer’ - David Warner shares cryptic post on Instagram amid Ashes criticism

Veteran Australian batter David Warner took to Instagram to post a cryptic quote amid major criticism over his form in the ongoing Ashes 2023. (READ MORE)

3. WI vs IND 2023: West Indies name 13-man squad for second Test, Kevin Sinclair earns maiden call-up

The West Indies named their 13-man squad for the upcoming second Test against the Indian team. Kraigg Brathwaite will be leading the side, with Kevin Sinclair set to make his debut. (READ MORE)

4. 'This is crazy!' - Venkatesh Prasad's candid reaction after seeing MS Dhoni's bike collection wins the internet

Former Indian cricketer Venkatesh Prasad had an epic reaction after witnessing former Indian skipper MS Dhoni’s bike collection. (READ MORE)

5. 'Whether you win or lose, the captain knows that he will be there' - Sunil Gavaskar takes dig at India captain Rohit Sharma for consistent losses

Former Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar lambasted current Indian captain Rohit Sharma over his poor form and continued selection in the side. (READ MORE)

6. 'Babar is technically more sound but Kohli has more shots' - Naved-Ul-Hasan compares Virat Kohli and Babar Azam's batting to spark spicy debate

Former Pakistani pacer Naved-ul-Hasan came forward to give his take on the much-discussed debate on who is the better batter between Virat Kohli and Babar Azam. (READ MORE)

7. Pakistan adopts ICC's new Financial structure, PCB's revenue expected to increase twice their earnings from past cycle

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) recently agreed to the proposed funding model from the International Cricket Council (ICC) which will result in them receiving more than twice their current earnings. (READ MORE)

8. That last game in Taunton is really important to us: Ellyse Perry

Star Australian batter Ellyse Perry reflected on the importance of the third ODI of the Women’s Ashes 2023 and how the entire Australian team wants to end with a win after retaining the Ashes. (READ MORE)

9. 'I think he has also realized that times are changing and he has to change' - Moeen Ali wants Michael Vaughan to fight for eradicating discrimination in Cricket

Veteran English all-rounder Moeen Ali scrutinized Michael Vaughan’s tweets from 2017 and opined that he should be fighting to eradicate racism from cricket. (READ MORE)

10. New Zealand to host South Africa and Australia as part of World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle

New Zealand have locked in a packed summer schedule as they will be hosting South Africa and Australia for two Tests in February 2024 after playing white-ball series against Pakistan and Bangladesh in January. (READ MORE)