Indian Women's Cricket Team For Asian Games T20 Cricket Competition Announced

The Indian women's team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will be vying for glory in the T20 format of the tournament. (Source: Twitter Image)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the much-anticipated squad for the 2023 Asian Games women's cricket competition, scheduled to be held from September 19th to 28th, 2023. The Indian women's team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will be vying for glory in the T20 format of the tournament.

Standby list of players: Harleen Deol, Kashvee Gautam, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, Pooja Vastrakar https://t.co/s8Xsjkwgkc

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The squad comprises a balanced mix of experienced players and promising young talents, ensuring a formidable challenge for their opponents. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana will provide valuable support to Kaur, forming a strong leadership core. The opening duo of Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues is expected to set the stage ablaze with their aggressive stroke play and solid technique.

The middle order will be bolstered by the likes of Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh, who will also don the wicketkeeping gloves. Their inclusion adds depth and versatility to the batting lineup, capable of building and accelerating innings as required. Amanjot Kaur, Devika Vaidya, Anjali Sarvani, Titas Sadhu, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Minnu Mani, Kanika Ahuja, Uma Chetry, and Anusha Bareddy complete the squad, providing a range of skills across all departments.

The BCCI has also announced a standby list of players who will be ready to step in if needed. Harleen Deol, Kashvee Gautam, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, and Pooja Vastrakar have been named as reserves, highlighting the depth and talent present in Indian women's cricket.

Indian Women's Cricket Team - Harmanpreet Kaur (C), 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

Standby list of players: Harleen Deol, Kashvee Gautam, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, Pooja Vastrakar