When Politics Hijacks Sport: The Yunus Government’s Cricket Blunder

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2026

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The decision to pull Bangladesh out of the 2026 T20 World Cup was sold as a necessary precaution for player safety. But as the world watches the second round of the tournament unfold without a green and red jersey in sight, the narrative of security is crumbling. What remains is a stark,

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Shahid Afridi Calls For Changes After Pakistan Defeat

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has criticised Pakistan’s team selection and leadership following a heavy 61-run defeat in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, calling for major changes to the playing XI and decision-making structure. Shahid Afridi Criticism Of Pakistan Team Afridi said senior players failed to perform according to expectations and questioned the balance

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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 Casts Doubt Over T20 World Cup Participation

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Pakistan’s participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been thrown into doubt after recent developments surrounding the tournament. Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi said a final decision on whether the national team will take part has not yet been taken. Government To Take Final Call Naqvi said the matter will be […]

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Dravid Hails Rohit for Transforming India’s T20 Strategy

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid has credited his former captain Rohit Sharma for helping overhaul India’s T20-international mindset, saying that other teams are now trying to catch up with the team’s attacking brand of cricket. Dravid said that from his arrival in November 2021, the discussion with Rohit centred on adopting a more aggressive […]

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India vs Australia First T20 Abandoned Due to Rain

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

The first match of the five-game T20 series between India cricket team and Australia cricket team at the Manuka Oval in Canberra was abandoned after just 9.4 overs of play owing to persistent rainfall. The match, originally reduced to 18 overs per side due to the city’s floodlight curfew, ended before Australia could bat. Play […]

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Asia Cup 2025 Set for UAE from September 9 to 28

By BPN News Desk July 26, 2025

The 2025 Men’s T20 Asia Cup has been officially confirmed to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28. The tournament will feature eight teams competing in the T20 International format, with a total of 19 matches planned. It will follow a structure of group stage, Super Four, and a final. […]

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Cricket to Return at LA Olympics 2028 on July 12

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Cricket is all set to make a historic comeback to the Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028, marking the sport’s return after a gap of 128 years. The event will begin on July 12, 2028, and will be hosted at the Fairgrounds Stadium in Pomona, located around 50 km from central Los Angeles. The competition […]