India Reveals Squad for 2026 Women's T20 World Cup with Harmanpreet Kaur as Captain
India Announce Squad For 2026 Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur To Captain, No Amanjot Kaur
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India has announced its 15-member squad for the ICC 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, set to take place in England. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The team's first match is against Pakistan on June 14 in Birmingham.
- 01Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the Indian team for the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup.
- 02The tournament will be held in England, starting June 14, 2026.
- 03Key players like Amanjot Kaur and Harleen Deol are missing from the squad due to fitness issues.
- 04Nandini Sharma receives her first call-up to the national team.
- 05The squad aims to strengthen its bowling department after a recent defeat to South Africa.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-member squad for the ICC 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, with Harmanpreet Kaur serving as captain and Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The tournament will take place in England, starting on June 14, 2026, with India facing Pakistan in their opening match at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. The selection committee focused on enhancing the bowling lineup following a 4-1 defeat to South Africa. Notable absences include Amanjot Kaur, who is sidelined due to fitness issues, and Harleen Deol. Newcomer Nandini Sharma has been called up for the first time, while Kashvee Gautam has been dropped due to a serious knee injury. The squad also includes players like Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Deepti Sharma.
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The selection of the squad and its performance could influence the popularity and support for women's cricket in India, especially as the tournament approaches.
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