India's Women's T20 World Cup Campaign in England
India women's cricket team, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, competes in the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England. The tournament features matches against Pakistan, Netherlands, and South Africa in Group A, which also includes Australia. India began with wins over Pakistan and Netherlands but faces key batting consistency issues. The match against South Africa is critical for semifinal qualification. Key players include Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Richa Ghosh.
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India retains Harmanpreet Kaur as captain for Asian Games despite World Cup failure
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has retained Harmanpreet Kaur as captain of the Indian women's cricket team for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, scheduled from September 19 to October 4. The decision comes despite the team's underwhelming performance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England, where they exited in the group stage after losses to South Africa and Australia. Smriti Mandhana remains vice-captain. Wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia was dropped from the World Cup squad and replaced by G. Kamalini. All-rounder Shreyanka Patil, who was injured during the World Cup, is included subject to fitness clearance. India are the defending champions in the T20 format event, having won gold in Hangzhou 2023.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Women's T20 World Cup 2026: India faces Bangladesh in must-win match
India's women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, faces Bangladesh in a crucial T20 World Cup match at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 24, 2026. After a loss to South Africa, India is in a must-win situation to stay in the tournament. Key batters Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh, and Deepti Sharma have been scoring most runs, but the middle order has struggled. Star bowler Shree Charani, newly ranked No. 1 in T20I bowling, is expected to lead the attack. Bangladesh, coming off a win against Pakistan, is less pressured. India previously mounted a comeback from elimination to win the ODI World Cup seven months ago.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India bat first against South Africa on Harmanpreet Kaur's 200th T20I
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and elected to bat first against South Africa in an ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group A match at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 21, 2026. The match marks a historic milestone as Harmanpreet Kaur becomes the first cricketer internationally to feature in 200 T20Is. India made two changes to their XI: Prema Rawat replaced the injured Shreyanka Patil, while Arundhati Reddy came in for the rested Kranti Gaud. South Africa also made two changes, bringing in Dane van Niekerk and Tazmin Brits for Sune Luus and Kayla Reyneke. The Indian batting lineup includes Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Yastika Bhatia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, N Shree Charani, and Nandani Sharma.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India faces South Africa in first real test at Women's T20 World Cup
The article previews a crucial Women's T20 World Cup match between India and South Africa at Old Trafford, Manchester, scheduled for June 21, 2026. Both teams are in the competitive Group A alongside Australia, who have already won three matches. India has started the tournament with wins against Pakistan and Netherlands, but this match is considered their first real test. South Africa recently defeated India 4-1 in a bilateral T20I series and also beat Pakistan in the World Cup. Key players include Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Richa Ghosh for India, while South Africa boasts Laura Wolvaardt, Shabnim Ismail, and Marizanne Kapp. India captain Harmanpreet Kaur will play her 200th T20I. The match could determine one semifinalist from the group.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Women's T20 World Cup: Netherlands Opt to Bowl Against India
In a Women's T20 World Cup match held in Leeds on June 17, 2026, Netherlands won the toss and elected to bowl first against India. India made one change to their playing XI, bringing in Nandani Sharma to replace Arundhati Reddy, who was rested. The match follows India's 64-run victory over Pakistan in their tournament opener on June 14. Both teams' full lineups are listed, with Harmanpreet Kaur captaining India and Babette de Leede leading Netherlands.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India looks to iron out batting flaws against the Netherlands in Women's T20 World Cup
India's women's cricket team, the Women in Blue, prepares to face the Netherlands in a Women's T20 World Cup match at Headingley, Leeds, on June 16, 2026. After a comprehensive victory against Pakistan, India aims to address batting inconsistencies despite Smriti Mandhana's return to form and Harmanpreet Kaur's sensible partnership. Richa Ghosh's explosive 17-ball 34 was crucial in the previous match, and her form may be key to India's fortunes. The team may experiment with Yastika Bhatia in the lineup. Deepti Sharma, the leading T20I bowler, will lead the attack against the inexperienced Dutch side, which is coming off a competitive performance against Bangladesh, thanks to captain Babette de Leede's half-century. The match is expected to be a test for India's batting depth.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Women's T20 World Cup: India Aims for Perfect Start Against Pakistan
India's women's cricket team, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, enters the T20 World Cup as strong favorites against Pakistan at Edgbaston in Birmingham. The match is part of Group A, dubbed the 'Group of Death,' which also includes Australia and South Africa. India seeks a convincing win to kick off its campaign, aware that early points are crucial. Pakistan faces an injury scare with captain Fatima Sana, who expressed hope to play despite a training injury. India has historically dominated the rivalry, leading 13-3 in T20Is. Key positives for India include Richa Ghosh's finishing ability and Yastika Bhatia's return from injury, bolstering a batting lineup featuring Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Jemimah Rodrigues. The bowling attack offers a balanced mix of seam and spin. The match is expected to draw a passionate, noisy crowd in Birmingham, a city with significant Indian and Pakistani diaspora.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Women's T20 World Cup: Balanced India Eyes Strong Outing from Openers Against Pakistan for Bright Start
India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, aims to start their ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaign strongly against Pakistan in Birmingham on June 14, 2026. India holds a dominant 13-3 head-to-head record in T20Is and recently won the ODI World Cup. The team relies on openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma to provide a solid start, though both have been inconsistent recently. Pakistan's captain Fatima Sana is in excellent form with bat and ball. India's middle order, including Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh, is expected to contribute. The article provides team lineups and notes India's recent series wins over Australia, England, and Sri Lanka, as well as losses to South Africa and England.
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