The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-man squad of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team to participate in the upcoming Asian Games T20 tournament. The announcement brings good news Richa Ghoshwho is making a comeback after being banned from the ongoing Bangladesh tour.
The team also has new faces, with Titas Sadhu And Kanika Ahuja receive their first call. Now an experienced all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar is listed among the five reserves. Ghosh’s return to the national team adds depth and versatility to the Indian line-up. Her absence from the Bangladesh tour raised some eyebrows, but the BCCI voters have included her in the Asian Games squad.
Sadhu, the promising fast bowler, has impressed selectors with her performances in recent tournaments. Her remarkable display during India’s victory at the Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup played a vital role in her selection earlier this year, claiming six wickets.
Similarly, Ahuja, an all-rounder known for her finishing skills, has been rewarded for her impressive performance in domestic cricket. Represent Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Ahuja showed her ability to score quick runs. With 155 runs in six appearances at a strike rate of 107.63, she emerged as Punjab’s second highest run scorer. Ahuja’s roster gives the team added depth in both batting and bowling divisions.
While some players have secured their positions, others have faced setbacks. Experienced all-rounder Harleen Deol has been placed on the standby list, indicating the fierce competition within the squad. S Meghanawho did not play in any matches during the recent tour has been omitted entirely.
The spin division sees the return of the left arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad, which was omitted from the Bangladesh tour. Uncovered wicket-keeper Uma Chetry has been preferred over Yastica Bhatiashowing the selectors’ confidence in her abilities.
In the bowling reserves, the left arm spinner of Mumbai Indians Saika Ishaque and Chandigarh’s fast bowler Kashvee Gautam have earned places. Their presence ensures backup opportunities in case of injuries or changes in the playing XI. Harmanpreet Kaur continues to lead the side, with Smriti Mandhana serve as her deputy.
India Women’s Squad for Asian Games: Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Devika Vaidya, Anjali Sarvani, Titas Sadhu, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Minnu Mani, Kanika Ahuja, Uma Chetry (wk), Anusha Bareddy
Reserve players: Harleen Deol, Kashvee Gautam, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, Pooja Vastrakar
This article was first published on Women’sCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
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