Smriti Mandhana’s message for India’s youngsters in WPL 2026: Performances can open doors to T20 World Cup

[ad_1] Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana has sent a clear message to young players heading into the new season of the Women’s Premier League, stressing that standout performances can open the door to selection for the Women’s T20 World Cup later this year. Speaking at a joint pre-match press conference alongside Mumbai Indians skipper […]

WPL 2026: Meg Lanning named UP Warriorz captain | Cricket News

[ad_1] Meg Lanning (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images) MUMBAI: Former Australian skipper Meg Lanning was on Sunday named the captain of UP Warriorz ahead of the Women’s Premier League beginning January 9.The legendary Australian was the captain of Delhi Capitals for the first three editions of the competition, having led them to each of the […]

‘From a small-town girl to wearing India’s jersey with pride’: India batter Veda Krishnamurthy announces retirement | Cricket News

[ad_1] Veda Krishnamurthy in action for India during the ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup in 2020 in Perth, Australia (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) India batter Veda Krishnamurthy has announced her retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtains down on a career that spanned over a decade. The 32-year-old, however, indicated she is not […]

After India job axing, Abhishek Nayar appointed UP Warriorz head coach for WPL 2026

[ad_1] Months after being relieved of his duties as the assistant coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, Abhishek Nayar has been appointed head coach of the Women’s Premier League side, UP Warriorz. The former India all-rounder replaces Jon Lewis, who parted ways with the franchise after a three-year stint at the helm. Nayar served […]