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India Pushes to Penalize Naqvi Over Trophy Standoff

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2025

India’s cricket board is reportedly preparing action against Mohsin Naqvi, seeking his removal from international cricket forums, following a dispute over the Asia Cup trophy. Dispute Over Asia Cup Trophy At the end of the 2025 Asia Cup, India defeated Pakistan in the final, but the trophy presentation became controversial. India’s team declined to accept […]

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Naqvi Keeps Asia Cup Trophy Locked in Dubai Office

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2025

Mohsin Naqvi, who serves as both President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has reportedly instructed that the Asia Cup trophy remain locked in the ACC office in Dubai. He allegedly ordered that the trophy not be moved or handed over to anyone—especially the Indian team—without his […]

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Jaiswal 173*, Sudharsan 87 power India in Day 1 of Delhi Test

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2025

India dominated the opening day of the second Test against the West Indies in Delhi with a commanding batting display. Yashasvi Jaiswal led from the front with an unbeaten 173 off 253 deliveries, while Sai Sudharsan added a valuable 87 runs at No. 3. Their efforts carried India to 318 for 2 at stumps, putting […]

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Ganguly Defends Rohit Over Captaincy Change

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2025

Former Indian skipper and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly dismissed speculation that Rohit Sharma was “sacked” as India’s ODI captain. He clarified that the decision is a natural career progression and not a removal. Parallels with Senior Players Ganguly recalled his own exit and that of Rahul Dravid, pointing out that such transitions happen to most […]

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Atherton Urges End to Fixed India-Pakistan Matches in ICC Events

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Former England captain Michael Atherton has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) to stop “arranging” fixtures to force India and Pakistan to meet in every tournament. He said the rivalry is increasingly being used as a tool for politics and publicity rather than sport. Critique of Fixture Manipulation Atherton argues fixtures are often manipulated […]

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Finch Predicts 2-1 Australia Win vs India

By BPN News Desk October 6, 2025

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has predicted that Australia will narrowly win the upcoming ODI series against India by 2–1, though he admitted the contest would be fiercely close. Why Finch Favors Australia Finch described the India–Australia series as “always a great battle” and said that having Virat Kohli back in the side would push […]

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Pakistan My Birthplace, India My Heart: Former Cricketer

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has denied speculation about seeking Indian citizenship, saying that while Pakistan is his “Janmabhoomi” (birthplace), he regards India as his “Matrubhumi” (motherland). He affirmed he has no current plans to change his nationality. Clarifying The Rumours Kaneria, who now lives in the United States with his family, made the remarks

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Gill Appointed India’s New ODI Captain

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Shubman Gill has been named India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma. The move comes ahead of India’s upcoming three-match ODI series in Australia beginning October 19, 2025. Squad and Roles Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been retained in the ODI squad despite the captaincy change. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed vice-captain. Gill is […]

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India’s World Test Championship PCT Rises After Big Win

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

India’s emphatic victory over the West Indies in the first Test has boosted its standing in the 2025–27 World Test Championship (WTC) points table. India defeated West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad, wrapping up the match in three days. India bowled out West Indies for 162 in the first innings, posted […]

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Jadeja, Siraj Help India Wrap Up First Test against Windies

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

India secured a commanding victory over the West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in just over a session on the final day at Ahmedabad. India had declared earlier at 448/5, relying on centuries by KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja. Key Performances Ravindra Jadeja led with both bat and ball: he remained […]