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Gavaskar Critiques Selection & Domestic-Cricket Lapse After India’s Kolkata Defeat

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has issued strong criticism of the current Indian squad and management following the 30-run defeat against South Africa national cricket team in the first Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. He pointed out that many players are skipping regular domestic-cricket participation, which he believes undermines their readiness for pressure

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South Africa Seal 30-Run Win After Maharaj’s Late Strike

By BPN News Desk November 16, 2025

South Africa defeated India by 30 runs in a tense finish at Eden Gardens, taking a 1–0 lead in the series. On a surface offering sharp turn and inconsistent bounce, both teams struggled to build long partnerships, but South Africa’s disciplined bowling attack held firm when it mattered most. India, chasing a tricky target, kept […]

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IPL 2026 Retention: Two Teams Reset, Two Gear Up Big

By BPN News Desk November 16, 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are going back to the drawing board ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 auction. KKR released several high-profile players, including Andre Russell and Venkatesh Iyer, freeing up a purse of around ₹ 64.3 crore for the auction. SRH also trimmed their list considerably, signalling a rebuild […]

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India Bowl Out South Africa For 159 On Day 1

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2025

India bowled out South Africa for 159 on the opening day of the first Test at Eden Gardens. Jasprit Bumrah produced a superb spell, finishing with 5 for 27, his first Test five-wicket haul since April 2024. His early breakthroughs and sustained pressure set the tone for India’s control of the match. Siraj Strikes Twice […]

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Shardul Thakur Sets IPL Record With Third Trade

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2025

All-rounder Shardul Thakur has become the first player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to be traded three times, after his move from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2026 season. The trade fee has been reported at ₹2 crore. This milestone includes his earlier trades: from Kings XI Punjab to […]

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Sri Lanka Stays On Pakistan Tour After Army Chief’s Assurance

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2025

Sri Lanka’s cricket team has continued its tour of Pakistan despite strong security concerns following a suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 people. Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, personally reached out to Sri Lankan authorities to assure them of enhanced security measures. His intervention came after several Sri Lankan players expressed a desire […]

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Rohit Sharma’s Participation In Vijay Hazare Trophy Still Unconfirmed

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2025

Mumbai’s chief selector, Sanjay Patil, has confirmed that he has not yet received any communication from former India captain Rohit Sharma regarding his availability for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy. Despite speculation that Sharma might make himself available for the domestic 50-over competition, the Mumbai Cricket Association said no formal confirmation has come

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Sri Lanka To Continue Pakistan Tour Amid Security Fears

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2025

A serious suicide bombing near a court in Islamabad that killed 12 people has led to deep security worries for the visiting Sri Lanka national cricket team in Pakistan. Despite several players requesting to leave the tour for safety reasons, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) directed the team to stay and complete the series. The […]

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BCCI Tells Kohli & Sharma: Play Domestic Cricket – Report

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has communicated to veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma that if they wish to remain in contention for India’s one-day international (ODI) squad, they must feature in the forthcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy domestic tournament. Both players have retired from Tests and T20 internationals but continue to […]

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Ganguly Backs Shami Inclusion After India Snub

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2025

Former India captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has publicly urged the selectors of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to bring back veteran paceman Mohammed Shami into the national squad across all formats. Ganguly said he considers Shami “fit and bowling exceptionally well” despite the 35-year-old being omitted for the imminent […]