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BCCI Announces ₹51 Crore Reward After Women’s World Cup Win

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday announced a cash reward of ₹51 crore for the Indian women’s cricket team following their victory in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. The prize will be distributed among players, coaches, selectors and support staff in recognition of their historic achievement. India’s Historic […]

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Shreyas Iyer Discharged and Recovering Well After Injury

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2025

Indian batter Shreyas Iyer was discharged from a Sydney hospital on 1 November 2025 after treatment for a spleen laceration that occurred during the third ODI against Australia. The injury resulted from a fall while taking a catch at the Sydney Cricket Ground and led to internal bleeding. The Board of Control for Cricket in […]

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Big Swap Talks Underway in IPL Ahead of 2026 Season

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2025

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are reported to be in advanced negotiations over a direct swap involving Indian batter‐wicketkeeper Sanju Samson moving from RR to DC, and South African batter Tristan Stubbs heading the other way. Sources suggest that Samson has expressed his willingness to leave Rajasthan and that DC are keen […]

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Australia Beat India by Four Wickets in T20I

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

At the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia chased down a target of 126 to defeat India by four wickets in the second men’s T20 International. Mitch Marsh led the successful chase with a brisk 46 off 26 balls, hitting four sixes and two boundaries. Bowling Sets the Tone Australia’s bowlers put India under early pressure, limiting […]

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Dravid Hails Rohit for Transforming India’s T20 Strategy

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid has credited his former captain Rohit Sharma for helping overhaul India’s T20-international mindset, saying that other teams are now trying to catch up with the team’s attacking brand of cricket. Dravid said that from his arrival in November 2021, the discussion with Rohit centred on adopting a more aggressive […]

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India into Final after Record-Breaking Chase

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2025

In a thrilling semi-final of the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup, India defeated defending champions Australia by five wickets, successfully chasing down a record total of 339. Jemimah Rodrigues starred with an unbeaten 127 as India secured their place in the final. Key Contributions and Match Flow Australia had posted 338 after being put in […]

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IPL 2026 Auction Expected Mid-December

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2025

The auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is expected to take place between December 13 and 15, 2025, with franchises required to submit player retention and release lists by around November 15. The final dates and venue are yet to be officially confirmed by the governing body. Teams Brace for Major Overhaul […]

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Shreyas Iyer Posts Update After Hospital Stay

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2025

Shreyas Iyer, the Indian cricket team’s batter, has given his first public update since being hospitalised in Sydney. On October 30, Iyer shared a message on his Instagram story stating, “I’m currently in the recovery process and getting better every passing day. I’m deeply grateful to see all the kind wishes and support I’ve received […]

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India vs Australia First T20 Abandoned Due to Rain

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

The first match of the five-game T20 series between India cricket team and Australia cricket team at the Manuka Oval in Canberra was abandoned after just 9.4 overs of play owing to persistent rainfall. The match, originally reduced to 18 overs per side due to the city’s floodlight curfew, ended before Australia could bat. Play […]

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Messi Open To Defending World Cup Title If Fully Fit

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2025

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said he would like to be part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup but only if he is “100 percent fit.” The 38-year-old, who led Argentina to glory in Qatar in 2022, stressed that his decision will depend on his physical condition closer to the tournament. Fitness At The Core […]