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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering an expansion of the Women’s Premier League, with discussions about adding more teams expected to begin in 2027. The fifth edition of the tournament is scheduled to take place from January 14 to February 7, 2027. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia spoke about the possibility…

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s team across all three formats after the BCCI decided that a leadership change was needed. The 37-year-old made the decision after a review meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia in Guwahati. Harmanpreet and Smriti Mandhana were told that the selectors wanted a change for…

Smriti Mandhana has been appointed the new captain of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the decision on October 6, 2026, confirming that she will lead India in white-ball cricket. Mandhana has been part of the national team since 2013 and has gained years of experience…

A change in leadership is confirmed for India’s women’s cricket team, with Harmanpreet Kaur deciding to give up the captaincy across all formats. This follows the BCCI review meeting in Guwahati on Monday, attended by Harmanpreet, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and head coach Amol Muzumdar. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia presided over the meeting. Details have not…