October 31 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

Here is a quick wrap-up of the events that grabbed the spotlight in the cricketing world today.

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1. 'Shreyas Iyer is in no position to play the short ball' - Misbah-ul-Haq identifies India's weakest link

Misbah-ul-Haq reckoned that Shreyas Iyer could have to make way when Hardik Pandya gets fit. The former Pakistan captain also pointed out the right-handed batter's flaws in technique against the short ball. (READ MORE)

2. 'Jasprit Bumrah bowls that delivery better than me' - Wasim Akram lauds Bumrah's artistry with the new ball

Wasim Akram has expressed tremendous admiration for Jasprit Bumrah's skill in using the crossed seam to make the new ball move away from the batter. (READ MORE)

3. ‘The board wants the team to fail, they don't want us to win the World Cup’ - Senior Pakistan player makes serious allegations against PCB

The PCB recently released a statement where they urged the fans to show more support for Babar Azam and his side. The release also stated that the board will be making some decisions for the betterment of the side, depending on their performance in the ODI World Cup 2023. Seeing the odd timing of the statement, a senior Pakistan player has stated that the board does not want the side to win and wants the "team to fail". (READ MORE)

4. 'It’d be nice to pile on their misery' - David Warner ahead of England clashVeteran Australia opener 

David Warner has stated that he wants to add more misery to England when both sides square off in the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. (READ MORE)

5. ‘It's pretty frustrating’ - WBBL players voice displeasure over uneven DRS availability in matches

Frustration over the lack of usage of the DRS and the third umpire at the ongoing WBBL (Women’s Big Bash League) 2023 has been made clear by several players in recent weeks. Melbourne Renegades stars Georgia Wareham and Hayley Matthews came forward to state how frustrating it has been. (READ MORE)

6. 'Unka 49th kya 50th hundred bhi ho jaaye' - Mohammad Rizwan's special wish ahead of Virat Kohli's birthday

Muhamamd Rizwan was asked if he has any wishes for Virat Kohli when he play at the Eden Gardens on his birthday (November 5). “I only have love for him. God be willing, may he get both his 49th and 50th ODI century here),” the Pakistan cricketer replied. (READ MORE)

7. ‘We are locked in for the four semi-finalists’ - Dinesh Karthik hints at India leading group stage ahead of knockout

Speaking of team India’s form, veteran wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik opined that the top four of the tournament have been solidified already. (READ MORE)

8. MS Dhoni reminisces how he outfoxed Bangladesh with his Bengali knowledge

During his early days in Kharagpur, West Bengal, MS Dhoni picked up the local language - Bengali. At a recent event, the 42-year-old revealed how he had foiled Bangladesh's plans during a match with his understanding of Bengali. (READ MORE)

9. I wouldn’t coach Australia after what they did to Justin Langer: Matthew Hayden

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has firmly rejected any involvement in coaching the national team due to the contentious exit of close friend Justin Langer in 2022. (READ MORE)

10. ODI World Cup 2023: Shaheen Afridi becomes fastest pacer to 100 ODI wickets

In a thrilling World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh, Shaheen Afridi etched his name in the annals of cricketing history by becoming the fastest pacer to reach the landmark of 100 ODI wickets.  (READ MORE)





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