Virat Kohli Must Publicly Rein In Toxic Fan Culture Before It Gets Worse

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2026

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The latest controversy involving Virat Kohli and Travis Head during an IPL clash should have remained exactly what it was supposed to be: a heated moment between two elite competitors in a high-pressure sporting environment. Cricket has always thrived on intensity, aggression and emotional

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BCCI Tightens IPL Reel Rules Over Security Fears

By BPN News Desk May 10, 2026

The BCCI has reportedly tightened its anti-corruption and security monitoring during IPL 2026, asking players and people around franchises to limit social media content that may reveal sensitive team information. BCCI Cracks Down On IPL Reel Culture The board has widened its vigilance beyond players and team officials to include family members, broadcasters and social […]

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IPL 2026 Final Shifted To Ahmedabad

By BPN News Desk May 7, 2026

The BCCI has announced the schedule for the TATA IPL 2026 playoffs, with Ahmedabad set to host the final on May 31 after the venue was shifted from Bengaluru due to operational and logistical reasons. IPL 2026 Playoffs Schedule Announced The IPL 2026 playoffs will begin on May 26 with Qualifier 1 at the HPCA […]

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BCCI Eyes Full WTC Cycle For Jasprit Bumrah

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

The BCCI is reportedly keen for Jasprit Bumrah to remain part of India’s entire current World Test Championship cycle, underlining how central the fast bowler remains to the team’s red-ball plans. The move reflects a shift in priority towards Test cricket, even as selectors continue to manage Bumrah’s workload because of his injury history and […]

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BCCI To Honour Binny, Rahu Dravid, Mithali Raj

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will honour former cricketers Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid and Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the Naman Awards 2026. The recognition acknowledges their long-standing contributions to Indian cricket across different eras and formats. BCCI Naman Awards 2026 Honours Legends The BCCI confirmed that the Lifetime

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BCCI Sounds Out VVS Laxman on Test Coach Role

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has informally sounded out former India batter VVS Laxman regarding the Indian Test team’s coaching role as the board reviews its red-ball setup following a disappointing Test series against South Africa. The move comes amid internal discussions on whether the current coaching structure is best suited for […]

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Gill Travels to Guwahati, Yet Doubtful for 2nd Test

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Shubman Gill, India’s Test captain, is set to travel with the team to Guwahati for the second Test against South Africa national cricket team despite a neck injury sustained in the first Test in Kolkata. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Gill will be monitored by the medical team, […]

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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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From Protocol to Pretense: Why MP Police, MPCA and BCCI Stand Guilty in Indore Harassment Shame

By BPN News Desk October 26, 2025

Two Australian women cricketers being harassed in Indore has gone beyond an unfortunate crime. It has revealed deep cracks in the way India manages security for international sporting events. This is not about one man’s despicable act. It is about systemic negligence by the Madhya Pradesh Police, the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA), and the […]

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BCCI Slams Naqvi For Trophy Walk-Off Drama

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has sharply criticized Mohsin Naqvi after he reportedly left with the Asia Cup trophy following India’s win. According to BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, the gesture was “unprecedented” and “unsportsmanlike.” He said India refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi, stating: “We cannot accept a trophy from […]