India Announces Squad for Women's T20 World Cup 2026 with Harmanpreet Kaur as Captain
India Squad For Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur To Lead; Big Name Misses Out Due To Injury
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-member squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, led by Harmanpreet Kaur. Notable omissions include Amanjot Kaur due to injury, while Bharti Fulmali joins the squad as a replacement. The tournament will take place in England and Wales starting June 14, 2026.
- 01Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the Indian team in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
- 02Amanjot Kaur is injured and will not participate; Bharti Fulmali replaces her.
- 03The squad includes notable players such as Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma.
- 04The tournament is scheduled to begin on June 14, 2026, in England and Wales.
- 05Nandani Sharma, a standout performer in the Women's Premier League, is included in the squad.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the 15-member squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2026, set to take place in England and Wales starting on June 14. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana serving as vice-captain. The squad features prominent players such as Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Richa Ghosh. Notably, Amanjot Kaur has been ruled out due to injury, leading to the selection of Bharti Fulmali as her replacement. Fulmali's aggressive batting style was showcased during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, where she made a significant impact. The bowling lineup includes Nandani Sharma, who was the joint highest wicket-taker in the WPL 2026, along with experienced bowlers Renuka Singh Thakur and Arundhati Reddy. The squad is well-rounded, with a strong emphasis on both batting and bowling capabilities.
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The selection of the squad reflects India's strategic focus on combining experience and youth, which may enhance their performance in the tournament.
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