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BCCI Sends Suryavanshi to Edgbaston After U19 Heroics

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

India’s young cricket sensation, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has been fast-tracked into the limelight after a breathtaking performance against England U19. Within just 24 hours of his whirlwind knock, the BCCI flew him and other U19 teammates to Edgbaston to witness Shubman Gill’s historic double hundred, in what many see as a symbolic passing of the […]

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Shubman Gill’s Record 269 Powers India on Day 2

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

India asserted total dominance over England on Day 2 of the second Test at Edgbaston, riding on a sensational double century from captain Shubman Gill. The visitors piled up a massive 587 in their first innings before reducing a rattled England side to 50 for 3 by stumps, firmly placing themselves in control of the […]

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Jaiswal Dismisses Selection Criticism: “No Confusion” in Team

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has strongly defended the team’s selection for the second Test against England at Edgbaston, dismissing all outside criticism with a sharp statement: “No, there is no confusion.” Amid debates over the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav from the playing XI, Jaiswal made it clear that the Indian camp is […]

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Pakistan’s Entry into Asia Cup Hockey Looks Unlikely

By BPN News Desk July 2, 2025

As the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup approaches, Pakistan’s participation in the tournament appears increasingly doubtful. With the event set to take place from August 29 to September 9 in Bihar, and tensions high following a recent terror attack, Hockey India has indicated it may not receive clearance for entry. Pakistan Asia Cup A senior official […]

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India Tour of Bangladesh in August Yet to Be Confirmed

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

The proposed India tour of Bangladesh, scheduled between August 17 and 31, is still awaiting final confirmation, according to Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Aminul Islam. The bilateral series, which includes three ODIs and three T20Is, has been discussed extensively, but remains contingent on clearance from the Indian government. Aminul Islam revealed that the

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England Retain Unchanged XI for Edgbaston Test vs India

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

England have named an unchanged playing XI for the second Test against India, set to begin on July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The decision follows their five-wicket win in the opening Test, giving the hosts a 1–0 advantage in the five-match series. The team management has opted to reward consistency, sticking with the same lineup […]

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Fluminense Shock Inter Milan in Club World Cup Thriller

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

Brazilian giants Fluminense pulled off a dramatic 4-3 victory over Inter Milan to secure their place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals. In a high-octane contest filled with attacking flair and defensive lapses, Fluminense stunned the Italian powerhouse with a late winner, marking one of the tournament’s biggest upsets. Fluminense Make Their Mark on […]

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Steve Smith Declares Full Fitness Ahead of Second Test Against West Indies

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Australian batsman Steve Smith has confirmed that he is fully fit and available for selection ahead of the second Test against the West Indies in Grenada. The veteran cricketer had dislocated the little finger on his right hand during the World Test Championship final but has now made a swift recovery, much to the relief […]

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Alastair Cook Slams Shubman Gill’s Leadership in India’s Leeds Test Defeat

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Former England skipper Alastair Cook has delivered a blunt critique of Shubman Gill’s captaincy during India’s defeat in the first Test at Leeds, claiming the young leader appeared “shell-shocked” as England pulled off a remarkable fourth-innings chase. The hosts chased down a daunting target of 371 runs with composure, while India faltered under pressure, both […]

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Ronaldo Declines Club World Cup to Focus on 6th FIFA World Cup

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has declined offers to participate in the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, stating that his primary focus remains on preparing for what could be his historic sixth FIFA World Cup appearance in 2026. The 40-year-old Portuguese forward, currently playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, confirmed that despite interest from organizers, he would […]