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Smriti Mandhana appointed Indian women’s cricket team captain

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named Smriti Mandhana as the new captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, following Harmanpreet Kaur’s decision to step down from the leadership role. The announcement came after a meeting in Guwahati on October 5, 2026, where Kaur formally resigned, and Mandhana was appointed the same day.

With over a decade of international experience since her debut in 2013, Mandhana has been a cornerstone of India’s success across all formats, including recent franchise leadership with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where she guided the team to Women’s Premier League titles in 2024 and 2026. The BCCI highlighted her track record as a key figure in the team’s growth, signaling a fresh chapter under her captaincy as the side looks to build on its recent progress.

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