Australia Win Fifth Ashes Test to Seal Series 4-1

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

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Australia wrapped up the 2025-26 Ashes series with a win in the fifth and final Test against England, securing a 4-1 series victory. The match was played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, where Australia successfully chased down a modest fourth-innings target to close out the series on home soil.

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Bangladesh Confirms Busy International Home Cricket Season

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a crowded home international calendar for 2026, featuring multiple bilateral series against top cricketing nations across all three formats. The schedule reflects Bangladesh’s continued integration into the global cricket calendar and its commitments under the ICC’s Future Tours Programme. Series Against Major Teams Bangladesh’s

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Australia Veteran Usman Khawaja Calls Time on Career

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Veteran Australian batter Usman Khawaja has announced his decision to retire from international cricket, bringing an end to a long and distinguished career. Khawaja confirmed that the ongoing Ashes series will be his last at the international level, with his final appearance set to come at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the venue where he made […]

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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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Australia Consider Four-Pacer Option for Boxing Day Test

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

Australia are considering deploying a four-man pace attack for the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as selectors assess conditions ahead of the match. Team management said the final decision on the playing XI will be taken after a closer inspection of the pitch, which is expected to offer assistance to fast bowlers […]

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PCB to Complain to ICC Over India U19 Conduct

By BPN News Desk December 23, 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board has said it will lodge a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council over the conduct of some members of the India Under-19 cricket team during the Under-19 Asia Cup final. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi alleged that Indian players repeatedly provoked their Pakistani counterparts during the match. Pakistan went on to […]

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Head’s Century Puts Australia in Firm Control

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

Australia tightened its grip on the match after a commanding century from Travis Head left the hosts firmly on top against their opponents in the ongoing Test. Head’s innings anchored Australia’s batting effort and significantly widened the gap between the two sides, placing Australia in a strong position as the game moved deeper into its […]

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IPL 2026 Scheduled From March 26 to May 31

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has finalised the window for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), with the tournament set to be held from March 26 to May 31. The decision aligns the league with the international cricket calendar and allows space for bilateral series and global tournaments. Officials said the […]

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Nathan Lyon Says He Has Nothing to Prove Ahead of Return

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

Veteran Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon has said he has “nothing to prove” as he prepares for a likely return to the Test side, insisting his focus remains on contributing to the team rather than responding to external noise. Lyon’s comments come amid discussions around Australia’s team combination for the upcoming Test, with conditions expected to […]

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Suryakumar Owns Up After India’s Batting Collapse

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

India suffered a heavy defeat in the second T20 International against South Africa as the hosts chased a stiff target unsuccessfully, allowing the visitors to level the series. South Africa posted a strong total after batting first, putting sustained pressure on the Indian bowling attack. In reply, India’s chase never gathered momentum as wickets fell […]