Bhuvneshwar Kumar Added as Arshdeep Injury Cover

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2026

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India have added experienced seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to their squad for the fifth T20I against West Indies in Bengaluru, with Arshdeep Singh doubtful after suffering a blow to his bowling shoulder. Arshdeep doubtful for series decider Arshdeep sustained the injury during Wednesday’s fourth

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Shubman Gill, Shafali Verma Win ICC Monthly Awards

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2026

Indian cricketers Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma have been named the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for September 2026, completing a double triumph for India. The International Cricket Council announced the awards on October 13, recognising Gill’s record-breaking ODI performances against the West Indies and Verma’s contributions to

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Abhishek Nayar Urges India to Give Sooryavanshi Final T20I

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has urged captain Shreyas Iyer and head coach Gautam Gambhir to give teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi an opportunity in the final T20I against West Indies, provided India first secure the five-match series. Nayar Wants India to Give Sooryavanshi a Chance Sooryavanshi has remained on the bench through the opening […]

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Gambhir Takes Responsibility After India Fail to Defend 249

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2026

India head coach Gautam Gambhir refused to blame individual players, the toss or difficult bowling conditions after India failed to defend 249 against West Indies in the second T20I in Ranchi, saying the team must accept responsibility for the six-wicket defeat. Gambhir Refuses to Make Excuses After Defeat India posted 249 for five after being […]

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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns to India T20I Squad

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has returned to India’s T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand, marking a significant international comeback for the experienced fast bowler. Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns to India T20I Squad Bhuvneshwar has been recalled after a lengthy absence from the national T20I setup, with selectors turning to his experience and new-ball skills ahead

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Smriti Mandhana Named India Women’s Captain

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2026

Smriti Mandhana has been appointed captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, taking over from Harmanpreet Kaur as India begins a new leadership phase ahead of its upcoming home series against Zimbabwe. Smriti Mandhana Named India Women’s Captain The BCCI confirmed Mandhana’s appointment after Harmanpreet stepped down from the captaincy on October 6. Mandhana has […]

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Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Captain

By BPN News Desk October 6, 2026

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all formats with immediate effect, ending a leadership tenure that included India’s maiden senior Women’s ODI World Cup triumph and multiple major tournament titles. Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Captain The 37-year-old announced her decision on October 6, saying she […]

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India Beat Pakistan to Win Asian Games Gold

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2026

India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the men’s cricket final at the 2026 Asian Games, securing a second consecutive gold medal after a powerful batting performance and a disciplined finish with the ball. Abhishek Sharma Powers India to 211 India elected to bat and raced through the Powerplay, reaching 81 runs despite a surface […]

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Sammy Says India Tour Tests West Indies ODI Level

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2026

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes the ongoing India tour has provided a valuable measure of where his team stands in ODI cricket, particularly with qualification for the 2027 World Cup becoming increasingly important. Sammy Calls India Tour a Key ODI Test West Indies have already lost the three-match ODI series after defeats in […]

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India Face Sri Lanka in Asian Games Semi-Final

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2026

India will face Sri Lanka while Pakistan take on Bangladesh in the men’s cricket semi-finals at the 2026 Asian Games after all four quarter-finals were washed out without a ball being bowled in Nisshin. India Face Sri Lanka in Asian Games Semi-Final Persistent rain prevented any play in the four men’s quarter-finals, meaning the tournament’s […]