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Morkel Backs Kohli, Rohit For 2027 World Cup

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel has said he fully expects Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to remain strong contenders for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. He praised both players as “quality cricketers” whose experience in pressure situations continues to set them apart. Focus Now On ODIs After Format Retirements Kohli and Rohit, who retired […]

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Rishabh Pant Apologises After 0-2 Loss to South Africa

By BPN News Desk November 27, 2025

India suffered a 0-2 defeat in the Test series against South Africa, concluding with a 408-run loss in the second Test at Guwahati. The margin marks India’s biggest defeat by runs in a Test match. The visitors dominated throughout, showcasing strong bowling and fielding which left the Indian batting line exposed. Pant issues an apology […]

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South Africa Crush India By 408 Runs, Win Series 2-0

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

South Africa defeated India by 408 runs in the second Test in Guwahati, completing a 2-0 series sweep on Wednesday. The win marks South Africa’s first Test series victory on Indian soil in 25 years, and also hands India their heaviest defeat by runs in Test history. Dominant Batting Sets Up Huge Target South Africa […]

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Rohit Sharma Named Ambassador for T20 World Cup 2026

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has been named the tournament ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The announcement was made by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on 25 November 2025. Legacy and Significance of the Appointment Sharma led India to their second T20 […]

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Toss Influenced Game, Says India All-Rounder Jadeja

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

India’s all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said the toss had a noticeable impact on the outcome of the Test match played in Guwahati, suggesting that the decision to bat first gave the visiting side a clear advantage. He pointed out that the team which won the toss could dictate the flow of the game from the outset. […]

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South Africa Edge Closer to Series Sweep in Guwahati

By BPN News Desk November 25, 2025

On Day 4 of the second Test at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, South Africa national cricket team reinforced their claim for a series-sweep against India national cricket team by setting a daunting target of 549 runs before declaring their second innings at 260/5. The visitors resumed on 26/0 and steadily built their lead thanks […]

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Shastri Slams Gambhir Over India Selection Chaos

By BPN News Desk November 25, 2025

Former India coach and commentator Ravi Shastri has harshly criticised the current Indian team under coach Gautam Gambhir, calling the selections “makes no sense” after India’s batting collapse in Guwahati during the second Test against South Africa. Selection Confusion At Number 3 Shastri pinpointed the frequent changes at the crucial number 3 batting position as […]

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India Collapse As South Africa Close In On Historic Win

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

India were dismissed for 201 in their first innings of the second Test in Guwahati, falling 288 runs short of South Africa’s total. Despite favourable batting conditions, India’s top and middle order faltered again, raising concerns about consistency and shot selection. Jansen Dominates With Six-Wicket Haul South African all-rounder Marco Jansen delivered the standout

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KL Rahul To Return As India Captain After Two Years

By BPN News Desk November 23, 2025

KL Rahul is set to return as India’s ODI captain for the upcoming three-match series against South Africa beginning November 30. His comeback to leadership comes after nearly two years, prompted by the unavailability of Shubman Gill, who has been ruled out due to a neck injury that requires extended recovery. Multiple Players Unavailable Gill’s […]

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India Fight Back As South Africa Reach 247/6 On Day 1

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2025

On the opening day of the second Test between India and South Africa in Guwahati, the visitors reached 247 for 6 at stumps after electing to bat first. India, trailing 0-1 in the two-match series, found themselves under pressure early when South Africa’s openers built a solid platform with an 82-run stand. India Strike Late […]