India Chooses Victory Over WTC Penalty at Oval

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

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During the dramatic final day of the England vs India Test at The Oval, the ICC match referee warned India that they were six overs behind the required rate and could lose valuable World Test Championship (WTC) points. Despite this warning, India’s coach Gautam Gambhir decided to prioritize

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Woakes Shares Chat with Gill After Brave Batting Effort

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

During the final day of the fifth Test match between India and England at The Oval, England’s all-rounder Chris Woakes showed great courage by coming out to bat with his arm in a sling. He had dislocated his shoulder earlier in the game but stepped onto the field, ready to help his team in the […]

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India’s Six-Run Win Ties Classic Test Series

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

India levelled the five-match Test series against England 2–2 after a thrilling six-run win in the fifth and final Test at The Oval. On the last day, England needed just 35 runs with four wickets remaining, but India’s pace attack led by Mohammad Siraj turned the game around in dramatic fashion. Siraj’s Five-Wicket Haul Seals […]

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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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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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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. […]

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Rishabh Pant Ruled Out of Final Test; Jagadeesan Named Replacement

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the fifth and final Test match against England at The Oval, beginning July 31, due to a fractured right foot. The injury occurred during the fourth Test at Manchester when Pant attempted a reverse sweep and had to retire hurt. Although he returned the next day […]

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Gill and Rahul Salvage India with Record 174 Stand

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2025

Shubman Gill and KL Rahul produced a remarkable unbeaten 174-run partnership on Day 4 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, rescuing India from a disastrous start in their second innings. After losing both openers without scoring, India were reeling at 0 for 2 before Gill and Rahul steadied the ship. Their stand […]