Harmanpreet Kaur to Captain India in Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Harmanpreet Kaur To Lead India's T20 World Cup Squad In England
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Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the Indian women's cricket team in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 hosted by England and Wales, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The squad includes a strong pace attack and will face Pakistan in their opening match on June 14, 2026.
- 01Harmanpreet Kaur appointed captain for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
- 02Smriti Mandhana will serve as vice-captain.
- 03The Indian squad features debutant Nandini Sharma and a strong pace attack.
- 04India's first match is against Pakistan on June 14 in Birmingham.
- 05The tournament will run from June 12 to July 5, 2026.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the Indian women's cricket team in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The tournament, hosted by England and Wales, is scheduled from June 12 to July 5, 2026. India enters the competition with confidence following their victory in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup, where they defeated South Africa. The squad includes a strong pace attack featuring Renuka Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, and debutant Nandini Sharma. Unfortunately, all-rounders Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur were ruled out due to injuries. India will kick off their campaign against Pakistan in Birmingham on June 14. The team also announced its squad for a one-off Test against England, starting from July 10 at Lord's, with Kaur and Mandhana continuing their leadership roles.
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The selection of a strong squad led by Kaur can boost the morale of women's cricket in India, inspiring young athletes and increasing viewership for the tournament.
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