October 8 Evening Brief: Today's Top news and headlines from cricket world

1. Hardik Pandya gives us the luxury of playing three spinners and three seamers: Rohit Sharma

India captain, Rohit Sharma, acknowledged the prowess of the dynamic Hardik Pandya terming him as a proper fast bowler rather than just a seamer. (READ MORE)

2. Shubman Gill is going to be leading run-scorer in World Cup 2023: Zaheer Khan

Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan has bestowed a massive vote of confidence upon young batting sensation Shubman Gill. Khan has tipped Gill to be the leading run-getter in this edition of the World Cup. (READ MORE)

3. ODI World Cup 2023: Lockie Ferguson and Tim Southee likely to return against Netherlands, Kane Williamson to miss

Lockie Ferguson and Tim Southee are likely to be available for New Zealand in their second match of the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup. Meanwhile, skipper Kane Williamson is likely to be sidelined for the upcoming match. (READ MORE)

4. ODI World Cup 2023: Nathan Lyon available for Australia if need arises

In his recent statement, Nathan Lyon has expressed his desire to don the yellow jersey in the ongoing World Cup in India as he has recovered from his injury. (READ MORE)

5. Michael Neser is Australia's Chris Woakes: Usman Khawaja

Star Australia batter Usman Khawaja drew a comparison with Michael Neser to England's Chris Woakes as the Queensland allrounder kept on pressing himself for a Test recall. (READ MORE)

6. ODI World Cup 2023: Chennai pays tribute to MS Dhoni with mural for IND vs AUS match

MS Dhoni’s mural was spotted in Chepauk, Chennai ahead of India’s clash against Australia. Deemed as the poster boy of Chennai, ever since his retirement from international cricket, Dhoni’s popularity seems to have risen even further. (READ MORE)

7. IND vs AUS: Pitch invader Jarvo invades at Chennai, Virat Kohli interacts with him

Jarvo, known for his previous antics during the India vs. England test match in 2021 in England, has once again made an appearance in India. This time, he was caught trying to enter the MA Chidambaram stadium in Chennai, during the sixth match of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 between India and Australia. (READ MORE)

8. India dismiss Australian opener for duck for first time in ODI World Cup history as Virat Kohli grabs a stunner

As David Warner and Mitchell Marsh took strike to open the innings, Australia’s party was spoiled as the latter was sent packing for a duck. Bumrah’s brilliant delivery saw the ball land straight into the hands of Virat Kohli as he took an exceptional diving catch. (READ MORE)

9. Australia's mainstay Steve Smith could have played for England but rejected 'massive' offer

Steve Smith's unique story begins with his family background thereby making him eligible for dual citizenship. (READ MORE)

10. ODI World Cup 2023: Ravindra Jadeja bowls exceptional delivery to send Steve Smith packing

It took the brilliance of ace all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja to bring India back into the game as he dismissed Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, and Alex Carey within two overs. (READ MORE)