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Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women's Cricket Captain Across All Formats
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News18•06-10-2026, 11:30
Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women's Cricket Captain Across All Formats
- •Harmanpreet Kaur announced her decision to step down as India women's cricket team captain across all formats via an Instagram post.
- •Her resignation follows notable achievements, including leading India to a gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 and their maiden ODI World Cup title in 2025.
- •She expressed that the decision was difficult but made with peace, believing the team is now in a strong position with great talent and a bright future.
- •Harmanpreet confirmed she will remain committed to Indian cricket as a player and thanked her teammates, coaches, BCCI, and fans for their unwavering support.
Key Questions Answered
Harmanpreet Kaur stated that she gave everything she had to Indian women's cricket and made difficult decisions at personal costs for the team's benefit. Having guided India to the Asian Games 2026 gold medal and a maiden ODI World Cup title in 2025, she felt the team is in a strong, capable place and that her duty as captain was fulfilled.
Harmanpreet Kaur announced her resignation as captain across all formats in an Instagram post on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Her most notable achievement as captain was leading India to their maiden ODI World Cup title in 2025. Additionally, she recently guided the Indian women's cricket team to a gold medal victory at the Asian Games 2026.
