India Unveil Squad for Women’s World Cup 2025 at Home
The wait is finally over! India have officially announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, which kicks off on September 30 on home soil. With a balanced mix of experienced stars and promising young talent, the team looks determined to make a strong statement in front of the home crowd.
Harmanpreet to Lead, Mandhana as Deputy
For the very first time in a World Cup, Harmanpreet Kaur will walk out as India’s captain, while stylish opener Smriti Mandhana will serve as vice-captain. Together, the duo brings firepower and leadership to a side that has been building momentum over the past few seasons.
India’s 15-Member World Cup Squad
- Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
- Smriti Mandhana (vc)
- Pratika Rawal
- Harleen Deol
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Richa Ghosh
- Yastika Bhatia
- Renuka Singh Thakur
- Deepti Sharma
- Sneh Rana
- Sree Charani
- Radha Yadav
- Amanjot Kaur
- Arundhati Reddy
- Kranti Gaud
Reserves: Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, Uma Chetry, Minnu Mani, Sayali Satghare
This line-up offers depth in every department—power-hitters, finishers, all-rounders, and a versatile bowling attack.
Preparation Through Australia Series
Before the World Cup, India will also lock horns with Australia in an ODI series at home. This series will serve as a perfect dress rehearsal for the mega event.
India’s squad for Australia ODIs: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Richa Ghosh, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Yastika Bhatia, Sneh Rana.
A Chance to Create History
India’s women’s team has come close to lifting the trophy in the past, finishing as runners-up twice (2005 & 2017). With the World Cup now being played at home, expectations are higher than ever. The team’s blend of seasoned campaigners and fearless youngsters could well be the winning formula this time around.
Fans will be eager to see if this squad can finally bring the World Cup home and script history on Indian soil.
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