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Bavuma Unveils Proteas XI for WTC Final Clash

By BPN News Desk June 11, 2025

South Africa’s Test captain Temba Bavuma has officially announced the playing XI that will take on Australia in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final, set to begin on June 11 at Lord’s. This marks South Africa’s first appearance in a WTC Final, and the team selection underscores a blend of tactical precision and high-stakes […]

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BCCI Shuffles Venues for 2025 Home Season

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced changes to several key venues in its 2025 international home season schedule. The decision affects high-profile fixtures involving West Indies, South Africa, and Australia, and is aimed at ensuring optimal pitch conditions, better crowd management, and efficient logistical execution across match locations. BCCI

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India Bags Six Golds on Day 2 of Taiwan Athletics Open

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

India’s athletic contingent delivered another commanding performance at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2025, clinching six gold medals on Day 2 and reinforcing its dominance in the regional meet. The victories came across javelin, hurdles, middle-distance races, and relay events, adding to the six golds won on Day 1. India’s current tally stands at 12 golds, […]

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Jyothi Yarraji Leads Six-Gold Haul at Taiwan Open

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

India’s track and field contingent delivered a commanding performance on Day 1 of the Taiwan Athletics Open, securing six gold medals and showcasing growing depth in sprints, hurdles, and middle-distance events. Jyothi Yarraji Dominates 100m Hurdles Star hurdler Jyothi Yarraji continued her golden run, clinching the 100m hurdles title with a brilliant time of 12.99 […]

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Renaming Pataudi Trophy Sparks Outrage

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

The decision to rename the Pataudi Trophy to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has triggered widespread criticism from both cricket legends and fans. Originally introduced in 2007 to mark the 75th anniversary of India’s entry into Test cricket, the Pataudi Trophy was a symbolic tribute to two generations of cricketers — Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and Mansur […]

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KSCA Secretary, Treasurer Resign After Bengaluru Stampede

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

In the aftermath of the tragic stampede at Bengaluru’s iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium that left several fans injured and raised serious questions about crowd management, two top office bearers of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) have stepped down. KSCA Secretary Raghuram Bhat and Treasurer Shavir Tarapore tendered their resignations, holding themselves morally

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Ponting Backs Gill’s Appointment Over Bumrah as Test Captain

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has publicly endorsed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to hand the Test captaincy reins to Shubman Gill, instead of Jasprit Bumrah. Ponting called the move “absolutely spot on,” emphasizing the long-term logic and timing of the decision. Bumrah’s Fitness Makes Him a Risky Choice Jasprit […]

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India A vs England Lions: Day 2 Ends with Hosts Trailing by 156 Runs

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Day 2 of the second Unofficial Test between India A and England Lions in Northampton ended with the hosts reaching 192 for 3 in 46 overs, still trailing India A by 156 runs. Despite interruptions due to poor light, the contest remains delicately poised as both teams head into a crucial third day. India A […]

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Piyush Chawla Retires from All Forms of Cricket

By BPN News Desk June 6, 2025

Veteran Indian leg-spinner Piyush Chawla has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket, bringing to a close an illustrious two-decade-long career. The 36-year-old cricketer leaves behind a rich legacy, having been a part of both the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup-winning Indian squads — a rare feat in […]

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England Announces Squad for First Test Against India

By BPN News Desk June 6, 2025

England has announced its 14-member squad for the opening Test match against India, set to begin on June 20, 2025, at Headingley in Leeds. This squad marks a blend of experienced campaigners and new faces as England seeks to set the tone for the five-match series with a strong start. The squad is led by […]