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Ten Doeschate Explains Why Bumrah Sat Out the Oval Test

By BPN News Desk August 1, 2025

India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has defended the decision to rest star pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the series-deciding fifth Test at The Oval. He said that the team chose to honour Bumrah’s request to play only three matches in the five-Test tour, balancing both fitness and fairness. Managing a Heavy Workload Ten Doeschate revealed […]

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Ferrari Extends Frederic Vasseur as Team Principal

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Ferrari has announced that Frédéric Vasseur will continue as Team Principal under a new multi-year contract. The extension reaffirms Ferrari’s confidence in Vasseur’s leadership as the team prepares for a new phase in its Formula 1 journey. His previous deal was set to end after the 2025 season. Performance and Progress Recognized Despite not winning […]

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India to Play Pakistan in Asia Cup Despite Backlash

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

The BCCI has officially confirmed that India will play Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, with the match scheduled for September 14 in the UAE. The announcement came after growing demands from various public figures and citizens to boycott the fixture in light of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam and the ongoing Operation […]

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Dhruv Jurel Says Overseas Success Is Always Special

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has called overseas performance a “special thing,” ahead of the final and series-deciding Test against England at The Oval. With Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel is expected to play a crucial role both behind the stumps and with the bat. Ready to Step Up Under Pressure Speaking to the media, Jurel […]

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Bumrah Likely to Miss Oval Test, Akash Deep In

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is expected to miss the series-deciding fifth Test against England at The Oval, starting July 31. Team management has taken this decision as part of a pre-agreed workload management plan to preserve Bumrah’s fitness for future tours. He had been slated to play only three of the five Tests […]

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Nathan Lyon Criticizes England’s Handshake Offer

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has weighed in on the recent draw between India and England at Old Trafford, taking aim at England captain Ben Stokes for offering a handshake with five overs still remaining in the match. Lyon suggested that instead of making symbolic gestures, England should have focused on getting the Indian batters out, […]

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Broad Urges England to Rest Archer for Final Test

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

Former England pacer Stuart Broad has advised team management to rest Jofra Archer for the upcoming fifth and final Test against India at The Oval. Broad said it would be unwise to overburden Archer so soon after his return from a long injury layoff, warning that “we can’t not have Archer for four years, bring […]

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Divya Deshmukh Wins Women’s World Chess Cup

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

Indian chess player Divya Deshmukh has made history by winning the 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup, defeating Grandmaster Humpy Koneru in the final held in Batumi, Georgia. The 19-year-old clinched the title after a rapid tiebreaker with a final score of 1.5–0.5, becoming the first Indian woman to win this prestigious global event. Grandmaster Title […]

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Hussain Slams Stokes’ ‘Silly’ Call in Test Draw

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

The fourth Test between India and England ended in a draw, but the final moments created plenty of controversy. England captain Ben Stokes offered a handshake with India at 425 for 4, hoping to end the game early. India, however, declined. In response, Stokes gave the ball to part-time bowler Harry Brook, who bowled gentle […]

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Shubman Gill Hails India’s Comeback After Fourth Test Draw

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

India’s captain Shubman Gill praised his side’s fighting spirit after the fourth Test against England ended in a dramatic draw at Old Trafford. The Indian team, facing a daunting 311-run deficit on the final day, managed to bat through the entire day to save the match, with key performances from the top and middle order. […]