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Shreyas Iyer Seeks Break From Red-Ball Format

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

India batter Shreyas Iyer has formally written to the BCCI asking for a break from red-ball cricket (first-class and Test formats). He cited persistent back stiffness, saying his body cannot cope with playing over the four days typical in longer format matches. Health Concerns Cited Iyer told selectors that he has trouble maintaining fitness for […]

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Bangladesh Coach Warns: “Every Team Can Beat India”

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Ahead of their Asia Cup Super Fours match against India, Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons issued a warning: no team should be feared, including India. Simmons said outcomes in cricket are decided on match day, not by reputation. Confidence in Team’s Fitness and Form Simmons praised his squad’s preparation and fitness, particularly for handling back-to-back […]

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Pakistan Win Reinforces Final Hopes in Asia Cup

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Pakistan kept their chances of reaching the Asia Cup 2025 final alive by defeating Sri Lanka by five wickets in a Super Four match at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 133/8, while Pakistan chased the total in 18 overs. Key Performances Shaheen Shah Afridi led the attack, taking three wickets. […]

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Abhishek Sharma Alleges Personal Attacks From Pakistan

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

In India’s Super 4 Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan, Indian batter Abhishek Sharma revealed that some Pakistani players, including fast bowlers, made personal remarks toward him and his teammates. He said such comments were inappropriate and went against the spirit of cricket. Umpire Intervenes The incident came to light during the fifth over when […]

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Rashid Latif Faults Pakistan Middle-Order in Asia Cup

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Rashid Latif strongly criticised the team’s middle-order batting after their recent Asia Cup performance. He said the batters “wasted time” and showed no intent to take charge of the game when momentum was needed. Key Points of Disappointment Latif pointed out that the middle-order failed to accelerate the scoring rate or put […]

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Wasim Akram Slams Pakistan Batting After India Loss

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

Former Pakistan captain and legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram lashed out after Pakistan’s defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match. He said it has become “tough to watch Pakistan bat,” stressing that India has dominated Pakistan in all aspects of the game over the last four to five years. Recent Trends […]

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“India-Pakistan Not a Rivalry Anymore,” Says Suryakumar Yadav

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

After guiding India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four clash in Dubai, captain Suryakumar Yadav gave a bold assessment of the historic cricketing contest. Speaking at the post-match press interaction, he said that India and Pakistan can no longer be called rivals in cricketing terms, pointing to the one-sided […]

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Pakistan Cancels Press Conference Ahead of India Clash

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

The Pakistan cricket team cancelled its scheduled pre-match press conference on the eve of their Asia Cup Super Fours clash against India in Dubai. The announcement came just hours before the interaction with the media was expected to begin. No Reason Provided Team management has not offered any explanation for the cancellation, leaving reporters and […]

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Afghanistan spinners Breach ICC Code after Asia Cup Loss

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

Afghan spinners Noor Ahmad and Mujeeb Ur Rahman have been officially reprimanded for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during their Asia Cup match versus Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi. They committed Level 1 offences, the ICC confirmed. Offence Details Noor Ahmad was found guilty under Article 2.8 for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision. […]

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India Beat Oman by 21 Runs, Stay Unbeaten in Asia Cup

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

India defeated Oman by 21 runs in their final Group A clash of the Asia Cup 2025 in Abu Dhabi, finishing the group stage unbeaten. Batting first, India posted 188/8, with Sanju Samson playing a composed knock of 56 off 45 balls. Abhishek Sharma gave the team early momentum with a fiery 38 off 15 […]