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GMR and JSW Groups Reveal Management Changes for Delhi Capitals

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

The GMR and JSW Groups, co-owners of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Delhi Capitals, have announced significant management changes ahead of the upcoming season. In a joint statement released on October 17, the two groups outlined adjustments in team leadership and decision-making structures. Sourav Ganguly’s New Role with Delhi Capitals Former India captain

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Rohit Sharma Admits ‘Misjudgment’ in Decision to Bat First Against New Zealand

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma has admitted to a costly error in judgment after deciding to bat first in the opening Test against New Zealand at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. India was bowled out for a mere 46 runs, marking their lowest-ever Test score at home and their third-lowest in history. Speaking after the second day’s […]

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Conway’s 91 Guides New Zealand to Commanding Lead After India’s Record Low 46

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2024

India 46 (Henry 5-15) v New Zealand 180-3 (Conway 91) Day 2: Stumps, Bengaluru – New Zealand lead by 134 runs New Zealand took firm control of the first Test as India crumbled to a record-low 46 in their first innings, with Devon Conway’s resilient 91 steering the visitors to 180/3 at stumps on day […]

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Paras Mhambrey Returns to Mumbai Indians as Bowling Coach

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2024

Former India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey has rejoined the Mumbai Indians as their bowling coach, the IPL franchise announced on Wednesday. The 52-year-old, whose tenure as India’s bowling coach concluded in June after India’s T20 World Cup victory in the Americas, returns to the five-time IPL champions to strengthen their coaching team for the upcoming […]

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Rain Washes Out Day One of India vs New Zealand Test in Bengaluru

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2024

Heavy rain forced the abandonment of the first day of the opening Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru on Wednesday, without a ball being bowled. Persistent downpours throughout the day prevented any play at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, leading match officials to call off the day’s action at 2:34 PM. India vs New […]

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Rohit Sharma Rules Out Mohammed Shami for Australia Test Series

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

India’s Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma has confirmed that pacer Mohammed Shami will not be part of the squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Test series in Australia. Addressing the media ahead of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, Rohit shared the disappointing news regarding Shami’s rehabilitation progress, stating that the veteran bowler […]

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India Dominates Bangladesh with 133-Run Victory, Completes Series Sweep

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

India 297-6 (Samson 111) beat Bangladesh 164-7 (Hridoy 63) by 133 runs 3rd T20I, India vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad India registered a commanding 133-run victory against Bangladesh in the third T20I at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Saturday, completing a clean sweep in the three-match series. A scintillating century by Sanju Samson and […]

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India Announces Squad for New Zealand Tests

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced Team India’s squad for the upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, scheduled to start on October 16 in Bengaluru. The squad will be led by Rohit Sharma, while ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been appointed as the vice-captain for the series. Bumrah’s elevation […]

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IPL 2025: Franchises Seek Clarity from BCCI Over Player Retention Rules

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Mumbai, India: As preparations for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season begin, the ten participating franchises have requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to clarify the player retention policies. This comes amid uncertainty regarding retention rules and associated player fees for the upcoming three-year cycle. With the deadline for submitting

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India Clinch T20 Series Against Bangladesh with 86-Run Victory

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

India sealed the T20 series against Bangladesh with a commanding 86-run victory in the second match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Team India delivered a stellar all-round performance on Wednesday to clinch the T20 series against Bangladesh. The hosts registered their biggest T20 win […]