As the Women in Blue touch down in the UK, anticipation fills the air. This tour marks a pivotal moment in their journey, showcasing a blend of tactical prowess, emerging talent, and seasoned veterans. Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, supported by vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, the team arrives excited and ready to compete in five WT20Is and three ODIs.
This isn’t just another tour; it’s a crucial stepping stone towards the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup, which will take place in India and Sri Lanka starting September 30. Each match will offer the squad a chance to test their depth, refine their combinations, and sharpen their strategies before the big event.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is more than just a player—she’s an embodiment of inspiration, representing India across all formats. Right beside her is ICC ODI No. 1 batter Smriti Mandhana, whose prowess at the top of the order has been nothing short of impressive. Jemimah Rodrigues adds further reliability in the middle, while Shafali Verma, known for her explosive batting style, returns eager to make an impact. Keep an eye on Pratika Rawal, who has recently made waves by becoming the fastest woman to hit 500 ODI runs in just eight innings. She’s poised to set even more records this tour.
The spin department features promising talents like Sneh Rana and Shreyanka Patil. Meanwhile, Tejal Hasabnis, Amanjot Kaur, and Arundhati Reddy will lend a perfect mix of experience and youthful energy to the seam attack. Dynamic wicketkeepers Richa Ghosh and Yastika Bhatia not only bring agility behind the stumps but also add depth to the batting lineup, ensuring that the team can adapt to any match situation.
The blend of youth and experience in this Indian squad creates a thrilling dynamic as they prepare to face England. With the World Cup looming just months away, every match during this tour will act as a trial run—testing individual forms, mental toughness, and team cohesion. Under Harmanpreet’s captaincy, the squad is set to raise their game and create waves in the challenging English conditions.
India Women’s T20I Squad for England Tour:
– Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
– Smriti Mandhana (VC)
– Shafali Verma
– Jemimah Rodrigues
– Richa Ghosh (WK)
– Yastika Bhatia (WK)
– Harleen Deol
– Deepti Sharma
– Sneh Rana
– Sree Charani
– Shuchi Upadhyay
– Amanjot Kaur
– Arundhati Reddy
– Kranti Gaud
– Sayali Satghare
India Women’s ODI Squad for England Tour:
– Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
– Smriti Mandhana (VC)
– Pratika Rawal
– Harleen Deol
– Jemimah Rodrigues
– Richa Ghosh (WK)
– Yastika Bhatia (WK)
– Tejal Hasabnis
– Deepti Sharma
– Sneh Rana
– Sree Charani
– Shuchi Upadhyay
– Amanjot Kaur
– Arundhati Reddy
– Kranti Gaud
– Sayali Satghare
Schedule – India Women’s Tour of England 2025
T20Is:
– June 28, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 1, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 4, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 9, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 12, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
ODIs:
– July 16, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 19, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
– July 22, 2025 – India Women vs England Women
As we gear up for the matches, it’s clear that the Indian Women’s team is more than ready to rise to the occasion. With a solid mix of talent and experience, they’re prepared to showcase their abilities and take on England head-to-head in what promises to be an exhilarating series.
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