England Replace India as No. 1 T20I Team

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2026

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England have replaced India as the No. 1 team in the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings after completing a dominant 4-0 series victory over the reigning world champions. The result ended India’s stay at the top of the rankings after more than 1,600 days. England Claim No. 1 T20I Ranking Harry Brook’s

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Brendon McCullum Leaves England Test Coach Role

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2026

Brendon McCullum will leave his role as England men’s Test head coach after four years but will continue leading the country’s ODI and T20I teams. The decision follows a difficult period for England in red-ball cricket. McCullum Leaves England Test Coaching Role McCullum took charge of England’s Test team in 2022 and worked alongside captain […]

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England Thrash India to Complete 4-0 T20I Sweep

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2026

England completed a dominant 4-0 T20I series victory over India after winning the fifth and final match by 56 runs at Southampton. Jos Buttler’s explosive century powered the hosts to 257 for three before India finished on 201 for eight. Jos Buttler Powers England to 257 England produced their highest first-innings T20I total against India […]

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Spain Beat Belgium to Book France Semifinal

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2026

Spain reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals after Mikel Merino scored an 88th-minute winner in a 2-1 victory over Belgium. The result secured a semifinal meeting with tournament favourites France. Spain Beat Belgium in World Cup Quarterfinal Spain opened the scoring in the 30th minute through Fabian Ruiz. Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois initially saved […]

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Big Bash League to Open in Chennai

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2026

The 2026-27 Big Bash League will begin with a historic match in Chennai, marking the first time a BBL fixture will be played outside Australia. Melbourne Renegades will face Perth Scorchers at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on December 12. Big Bash League Opener in Chennai The overseas season opener was announced by Prime Minister Narendra […]

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France Beat Morocco to Reach World Cup Semifinal

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2026

France advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals after defeating Morocco 2-0 in their quarterfinal at Gillette Stadium near Boston. Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele scored within six minutes of each other to secure the victory. France Beat Morocco in World Cup Quarterfinal France controlled possession and created the better opportunities throughout the match, […]

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Brook Eyes No.1 Ranking After India Series Win

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2026

England captain Harry Brook has set his sights on securing a 4-0 T20I series victory over India and taking his team to the top of the ICC Men’s T20I rankings. England sealed the series with one match remaining following a dominant nine-wicket win. England Seal T20I Series Against India England produced a commanding performance in […]

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ICC Contacts ECB Over Stokes Video

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2026

The International Cricket Council has contacted the England and Wales Cricket Board over the release of Ben Stokes’ retirement video during an ongoing Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. ICC Contacts ECB Over Stokes Video The issue centres on a video filmed inside England’s dressing room, where Ben Stokes informed teammates before play […]

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India Suffer Record T20I Defeat At Trent Bridge

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2026

England handed India their heaviest defeat in men’s T20I cricket, winning the third match at Trent Bridge by 125 runs after India collapsed to 76 all out while chasing 202. India Suffer Record T20I Defeat India’s chase fell apart quickly after England posted 201 for 7 in the third T20I. The visitors were bowled out […]

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Australia Win Women’s T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2026

Australia clinched their seventh Women’s T20 World Cup title with a commanding seven-wicket win over England in the final at Lord’s, completing a dominant campaign with another composed all-round performance. Australia Win Women’s T20 World Cup Final Australia restricted England to 150 for 4 after choosing to bowl first, keeping control through disciplined bowling and […]