February 6 Evening Brief: Today’s Top news and headlines from cricket world

Mark-Boucher. (Photo Source: Smash Sports)

1. SA20 2024: Fabian Allen robbed at gunpoint outside team hotel, Paarl Royals issue statement

Reports suggest that armed assailants confronted Allen near the Sandton Sun Hotel, snatching away his phone, personal belongings, and a bag. (Read More)

2. ‘Ashwin was just chasing milestone’ – Kevin Pietersen comes hard at Ravichandran Ashwin after the second Test

Ravichandran Ashwin finds himself on the brink of a historic milestone in Test cricket, but former England cricket star Kevin Pietersen suggested that the pursuit may have influenced his recent performance. Ashwin stands at 499 Test wickets, tantalisingly close to joining the exclusive 500 club, currently occupied solely by Anil Kumble among Indian bowlers. (Read More)

3. AUS vs WI: Marnus Labuschagne exhibits gravity-defying catch to dismiss Keacy Carty

Displaying his sensational athleticism at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, Marnus Labuschagne’s acrobatic catch stole the limelight as Australia continued their dominance over the West Indies in the third ODI on Tuesday, February 6. (Read More)

4. IND vs ENG 2024: England head back Abu Dhabi, to reunite before Rajkot Test

In a strategic move, the touring England team are now gearing up for a rejuvenating break in Abu Dhabi before the crucial third Test in Rajkot, scheduled to commence on February 15. (Read More)

5. Watch: MS Dhoni pursuits great escape as fans chase for selfies

In the world of cricket, MS Dhoni stands out as a figure of immense emotional resonance among fans. His leadership led India to ODI World Cup glory in 2011 after a 28-year gap, a feat etched in the hearts of millions. (Read More)

6. Kashmir Bat manufacturers file lawsuit against Shark Tank India and Tramboo Sports for false claims

This move follows the airing of an episode on January 30, 2024, which has sparked a controversy in the cricket bat manufacturing industry. (Read More)

7. MI head coach Mark Boucher remarks on Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, wife Ritika reacts

In a surprising twist of events, Mumbai Indians orchestrated one of the most astonishing trades in IPL history, by bringing back Hardik Pandya, former MI player and Gujarat Titans’ title-winning captain, into their ranks. (Read More)

8. It will be huge for me to win the SA20 again: Aiden Markram

“Getting [the title] once was obviously incredible last year, so it’s much harder to do it back to back. It’s been really fulfilling not just for me but for everyone involved,” Markram said. (Read More)

9. President Ranil Wickremesinghe inaugurates Centre of Excellence in Dambulla

The newly unveiled Centre of Excellence at the stadium marks a significant milestone in the ‘National Cricket Development Pathway’ program. (Read More)

10. Mayank Agarwal receives fitness clearance to return for Ranji Trophy 2024

Agarwal had consumed a liquid while onboard a flight from Agartala after Karnataka’s game against Tripura and has been out of action since then. (Read More)