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Smriti Mandhana Appointed India Women Cricket Captain
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News18•06-10-2026, 22:15
Smriti Mandhana Appointed India Women Cricket Captain
- •Star batter Smriti Mandhana has been appointed the captain of the Indian women's cricket team, succeeding Harmanpreet Kaur.
- •Mandhana has previously led India in 18 T20Is and four ODIs, bringing extensive experience since her debut in 2013.
- •She successfully guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to Women's Premier League titles in 2024 and 2026.
- •BCCI president Mithun Manhas and secretary Devajit Saikia expressed full confidence in her leadership and professionalism.
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Star batter Smriti Mandhana was appointed as the new captain of the Indian women's cricket team, succeeding Harmanpreet Kaur and marking a new leadership era for the squad.
Mandhana has previously captained India in 18 T20Is and four ODIs. She also successfully led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to Women's Premier League titles in 2024 and 2026.
Mandhana has been part of the national setup since 2013, making her one of the most experienced players in the Indian team.
