Mohsin Naqvi Showed Up For Drama And Ran From Defeat

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

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Mohsin Naqvi did not walk into the Pakistan team environment before the India match as a cricket administrator. He walked in as a spectacle. And like most spectacles, it worked perfectly until reality began. The build-up to the match had already been inflated far beyond sport. There was talk of

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Mitchell Marsh Admits Execution Issues As Exit Looms

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said his team’s poor execution at key moments left their campaign under pressure after another defeat put them close to an early exit from the tournament. Mitchell Marsh On Australia Performance Marsh acknowledged the side failed to convert strong positions into match-winning outcomes, pointing to lapses in batting partnerships and missed

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Manjrekar’s Twitter Lecture After India-Pakistan Match, When Ex-Players Chase Relevance Instead Of Responsibility

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

He didn’t say it during commentary. He didn’t analyse it in a column. He didn’t even frame it as a cricketing discussion. He posted it on Twitter, instantly turning the aftermath of an India Pakistan match into a debate about his opinion rather than the match itself. Sanjay Manjrekar’s lecture on the absence of a […]

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Axar Patel On Pressure In India Pakistan Match

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

India all-rounder Axar Patel said matches between India and Pakistan carry greater expectations than regular fixtures, noting the intense attention and atmosphere surrounding the rivalry in international cricket. Axar Patel On India Pakistan Pressure Speaking ahead of the high-profile encounter, Axar said players approach the game like any other match but acknowledge the

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Mohsin Naqvi Leaves As India Beat Pakistan

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

India secured a 61-run victory over Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, a contest that also drew attention after Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi left the stadium before the game concluded. Mohsin Naqvi Leaves During India Pakistan Match Mohsin Naqvi was seen departing the R. Premadasa Stadium while Pakistan were struggling in […]

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Pakistan Bangladesh World Cup Boycott Threat Failed To Change ICC Policy

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2026

The threatened boycott of the India match during the T20 World Cup was projected to fans as a major stand against unfair treatment in world cricket. Pakistan claimed it was defending Bangladesh’s dignity, while Bangladesh framed the dispute as resistance against being ignored by powerful boards. But once the match was played and the tournament […]

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Netherlands Rue Missed Chances in T20 World Cup Opener

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

The Netherlands fell short against Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, with key moments proving decisive in the result. Dutch pacer Paul van Meekeren said the team remained competitive but failed to capitalise on crucial phases of the game. Pakistan Vs Netherlands T20 World Cup Match Turning Points Van Meekeren pointed to specific […]

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ICC Holds Talks With Pakistan Cricket Board Over World Cup Issue

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

The International Cricket Council  (ICC) has initiated discussions with the Pakistan Cricket Board to address scheduling issues involving India and Pakistan in an upcoming World Cup tournament. The talks aim to resolve uncertainties over venue arrangements and participation logistics. ICC Pakistan Cricket Board Dialogue Officials from the ICC and PCB are working through

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India Beat USA In T20 World Cup Opener

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

India began their T20 World Cup campaign with a win over the United States in a Group A match, securing the result after a controlled performance with both bat and ball. The match saw India manage the chase efficiently after restricting the opposition to a modest total. India Vs USA T20 World Cup Match Summary […]

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Suryakumar Yadav Confirms Colombo Travel for Pakistan Game

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav confirmed that the team will travel to Colombo for its scheduled T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, signalling India’s intent to honour tournament fixtures despite political tensions around participation. Suryakumar Yadav Confirms Colombo Travel Speaking ahead of the tournament, Suryakumar Yadav said the squad’s travel arrangements were