India has named a 15-member squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales, beginning June 12. Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia returns as a key pick, while uncapped pacer Nandini Sharma earns a surprise berth. Pratika and Amanjot have missed out, as selectors balance experience with fresh bowling options for the tournament.
In a fresh nod to India’s sporting surge, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the women’s cricket team for winning their maiden World Cup on home soil. Speaking on his Mann Ki Baat programme, he also recalled moments of pride tied to earlier achievements, highlighting both the women’s historic triumph and the men’s Champions Trophy success.
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India captain Harmanpreet Kaur called the team’s recent 0-3 T20 series defeat to South Africa a “right time” learning experience ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup in June. With two matches still remaining in the five-game series, she said the squad can fix shortcomings and come back stronger, using the losses to sharpen plans.
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