India have announced their ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming tour of Australia. The series is very important as the current ODI champions begin their preparation for the T20 World Cup, which will start in June 2026. Keeping this in mind, the team management has taken a big decision by recalling Bharti Fulmali to the national team for the first time since 2019.

The 31-year-old has performed well in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), and because of her strong show, she has earned another chance at the international level. The Amravati-born player has played two T20Is in her career and has scored 23 runs. In the WPL, she scored 289 runs in 13 matches at an impressive strike rate of 162.85. Her return will add strength to the team, especially in finishing matches.

The multi-format tour will include three T20I matches, three One-Day Internationals, and a one-off Test match starting on February 15. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead India in both the ODI and T20I teams, with Smriti Mandhana continuing as the vice-captain. The Test squad will be announced at a later date.

Also read -India Women's T20I and ODI squads announced for Australia tour ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

Shreyanka Returns, Kashvee Included; Harleen Misses Out on T20Is

Shreyanka Patil, who recently returned to professional cricket after a 14-month injury break, has been selected for the T20I series. However, Harleen Deol has not been included in the T20I squad, despite her strong recent performances.

In the ODI squad, Vaishnavi Sharma and G Kamalini have received their first call-ups to the national team. Meanwhile, Kashvee Gautam has been included in the ODI setup, replacing Arundhati Reddy. Spinner Radha Yadav has been dropped from both the ODI and T20I squads.

The T20I series against Australia will be an important step in India’s preparation for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be held in June. The T20I squad includes a good mix of experienced players and young talent. The batting line-up features aggressive opener Shafali Verma along with consistent batters like Jemimah Rodrigues.

Shreyanka last played for India in the 2024 T20 World Cup and now returns to the T20I team after missing nearly 14 months due to injuries to her shin, wrist, and thumb. Richa Ghosh and G Kamalini have been named as the wicket-keeping options for both white-ball formats.

Read also -Bangladesh denies visa to ICC official of 'Indian Origin' ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

IND vs AUS Squads

India’s T20I squad for the Australia tour:
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Shreyanka Patil

India’s ODI squad for the Australia tour:
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Kashvee Gautam, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol

The year 2025 will be remembered as a golden year for India Women. The Women in Blue finally broke their ICC jinx to win the 2025 Women's World Cup at home in front of a full house. They played 23 ODI matches in 2025, winning 15 games, losing seven, and one match had no result. India ended the year with a win percentage of 65.22 in ODIs.

Indian seasoned all-rounder Deepti Sharma finished 2025 as India Women's leading wicket-taker in ODIs. In 23 matches, she took 39 wickets at an average of 27.10 and an economy rate of 5.12. Sneh Rana is second on the list with 28 wickets from 17 games. Kranti Gaud (23), Shree Charani (23), and Amanjot Kaur (13) complete the top five list of India Women's leading ODI wicket-takers in 2025.

There were some standout performances from the India Women bowlers in ODIs this year. In this feature, we highlight the top five one-day performances by India Women bowlers in 2025.

Also Read -CSK’s new pace bowling all-rounder makes unwanted record in Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025/26

5. Kranti Gaud (6-52) vs England in Chester-le-Street

Young India Women pacer Kranti Gaud delivered one of her best performances with the ball in 2025, though she was a bit expensive in a few games. The 22-year-old starred with 6-52 from 9.5 overs in Chester-le-Street in the third and final ODI of the series against England.

Chasing a target of 319, the hosts were bowled out for 305, and India won the series 2-1. Gaud cleaned up Tammy Beaumont (2) with a perfect delivery in the first over. Amy Jones (4) was brilliantly caught by Deepti Sharma. Gaud returned at the death to have Charlie Dean (21) caught by Jemimah Rodrigues at long-on. She then ran through the tail to complete a memorable six-wicket haul.

4. Sneh Rana (5-43) vs South Africa in Colombo

Off-spinner Sneh Rana was named Player of the Series in India Women’s tri-series triumph in Sri Lanka. In five matches, she claimed 15 wickets at an average of 14 and an economy rate of 4.73. While she took four wickets in the final, her standout performance came against South Africa in the league stage.

In the second match of the tri-series, Rana registered figures of 5-43 in 10 overs. Her spell restricted South Africa to 261 in a chase of 277. Rana dismissed Lara Goodall (9) with an arm ball and had Chloe Tryon (18) caught at deep midwicket. She went on to dismiss Nadine de Klerk (0), Annerie Dercksen (30), and Tazmin Brits (109) to complete her five-wicket haul.

Read More -Top 5 India Women batters with the most ODI runs in 2025 ft. Smriti Mandhana

3. Shree Charani (3-41) vs Australia in Visakhapatnam

Australia Women chased a huge target of 331 in the league match of the 2025 Women’s World Cup in Visakhapatnam. Aussie skipper Alyssa Healy scored a superb 142 off 107 balls, and several other batters made crucial contributions. Australia reached the target in 49 overs.

Amid the carnage, left-arm spinner Shree Charani was outstanding with figures of 3-41. She gave India Women the first breakthrough when Phoebe Litchfield (40) reverse-swept a tossed-up delivery to backward point. Annabel Sutherland (0) was bowled by a clever delivery. Charani also ended Healy's innings, having her caught at point by Sneh Rana.

2. Kranti Gaud (3-20) vs Pakistan in Colombo

Kranti Gaud appears on the list again for her performance against Pakistan in Colombo. She was named Player of the Match for figures of 3-20 from 10 overs in the league game. Her effort helped the India Women achieve a commanding 88-run victory.

Having restricted Pakistan to 247, Gaud took a smart return catch to dismiss opener Sadaf Shamas (6). She then dismissed Aliya Riaz (2), caught at second slip, and had Natalia Pervaiz (33) caught at backward point to complete her three-wicket haul.

1. Deepti Sharma (5-39) vs South Africa in Navi Mumbai

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has faced her share of heartbreaks in ICC events over the years, and her temperament was often questioned under pressure. However, in the 2025 Women’s World Cup, Deepti rose to the occasion and played a key role in India’s victory.

After scoring an important fifty in the final against South Africa at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Deepti took 5-39 with the ball. She dismissed Sinalo Jafta (16) caught at short midwicket, bowled Annerie Dercksen (35) with a yorker, and had Laura Wolvaardt (101) miscue a shot. Deepti also dismissed Nadine de Klerk (18) as India Women lifted the World Cup trophy.

India Women played 23 ODI matches in 2025. They won 15 matches, lost sevn, and one match ended with no result. The Women in Blue finished the year with a win percentage of 65.22 in ODIs. The biggest highlight of the year was winning the ODI World Cup at home.

The ODi World Cup champions started their 2025 journey with a 3–0 series win against Ireland at home in January. They also won the tri-series in Sri Lanka held in April–May. In July, the Women in Blue toured England and registered a memorable 2–1 ODI series win. After losing the home ODI series 2–1 against Australia in September, the team bounced back strongly to win the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup.

Several India Women batters delivered memorable performances in ODIs in 2025. In this feature, we take a look at the top five India Women batters with the most ODI runs in 2025.

Also Read -Top 5 T20I performances by Indian batters in 2025 ft. Abhishek Sharma

5. Harmanpreet Kaur (606 runs)

India Women captain Harmanpreet Kaur finished fifth on the list of batters with the most ODI runs in 2025. She played 20 matches (18 innings) and scored 606 runs at an average of 35.64 and a strike rate of 96.96. Her tally included one century and three half-centuries. Her biggest achievement was leading India Women to World Cup victory.

Harmanpreet scored a brilliant 102 off 84 balls against England at Chester-le-Street in the third ODI of the series. Her knock included 14 fours. She also played a vital innings of 89 off 88 balls against Australia in the second semifinal of the 2025 Women’s World Cup, hitting 10 fours and two sixes.

4. Harleen Deol (613 runs)

Harleen Deol had a mixed year with the bat in ODIs. She played 21 matches (19 innings) and scored 613 runs at an average of 34.05 and a strike rate of 77.30, including two half-centuries. In the Women’s World Cup, she scored 169 runs in five innings at an average of 33.80. Her best score was 48 against Sri Lanka in Guwahati.

Harleen’s highest ODI score in 2025 was 89 off 84 balls against Ireland in Rajkot. The innings included 12 fours. The 27-year-old also scored 54 off 57 balls against Australia in New Chandigarh, hitting four fours and two sixes.

3. Jemimah Rodrigues (771 runs)

Middle-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues finished third among India Women batters with the most ODI runs in 2025. She played 20 matches (18 innings) and scored 771 runs at an average of 51.40 and a strike rate of 105.18. She hit three centuries and two half-centuries.

Jemimah played a memorable knock in the World Cup semifinal against Australia in Navi Mumbai, scoring 127 not out off 134 balls to take India into the final. She also scored an unbeaten 76 off 55 balls against New Zealand in the World Cup, hitting 11 fours. Earlier in the year, she scored 102 off 91 balls against Ireland in Rajkot and 123 off 101 balls against Sri Lanka in the tri-series in Colombo.

Read More -Top 5 India Women bowlers with most ODI wickets in 2025 ft. Sneh Rana

2. Pratika Rawal (976 runs)

Opener Pratika Rawal enjoyed an excellent year in ODIs in 2025. She played 21 matches and scored 976 runs at an average of 51.36 and a strike rate of 83.99, with two centuries and six half-centuries. In the World Cup, she scored 308 runs in six innings at an average of 51.33.

Pratika scored a key century of 122 off 134 balls against New Zealand before missing the knockout matches due to ankle and knee injuries. Earlier, she was named Player of the Series against Ireland after scoring 310 runs in three innings. Her highest score of 154 came off 129 balls in Rajkot. She also scored 78 off 91 balls against South Africa in Colombo and 64 off 96 balls against Australia in New Chandigarh.

1. Smriti Mandhana (1,362 runs)

India Women star Smriti Mandhana finished 2025 as the highest run-scorer in women’s ODIs. She played 23 matches and scored 1,362 runs at an average of 61.90 and a strike rate of 109.92. Her run tally included five centuries and five half-centuries.

Mandhana scored 434 runs in nine innings during the World Cup at an average of 54.25. After a slow start in the tournament, she found top form at the right time. She scored 80 and 88 against Australia and England in the league stage, followed by 109 off 95 balls against New Zealand. She also played a vital knock of 45 in the final.

Before the World Cup, Mandhana was in outstanding form. She scored 135 off 80 balls against Ireland in Rajkot and 116 off 101 balls in the tri-series final against Sri Lanka in Colombo. She also smashed 117 off 91 balls against Australia in New Chandigarh and followed it with a stunning 125 off just 63 balls in Delhi. That innings included 17 fours and five sixes.

India Women played 23 ODI matches in 2025. They won 15 matches, lost seven, and one match ended with no result. The Women in Blue finished the year with a win percentage of 65.22 in the ODI format. The biggest highlight of the year was winning the ODI World Cup at home.

The 'Women in Blue' began 2025 with a dominant 3–0 series win against Ireland at home in January. They also won the tri-series in Sri Lanka held in April–May. In July, India Women secured a 2–1 away ODI series victory against England. However, they lost the home ODI series against Australia 2–1 in September. Despite three big setbacks, India Women made a strong comeback to lift the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup.

Several India Women bowlers delivered impressive performances in ODIs in 2025. In this feature, we take a look at the top five India Women bowlers with the most ODI wickets in 2025.

Also Read -Former England Cricketer and ECB Chief Hugh Morris Passes Away at 62 After Cancer Battle

5. Amanjot Kaur (13 wickets)

India Women all-rounder Amanjot Kaur played 10 ODI matches in 2025 and took 13 wickets with her medium pace. She averaged 34.23 and had an economy rate of 6.46. Amanjot played seven matches in the Women’s World Cup and picked up six wickets at an economy rate of 6.54. She took an important wicket of centurion Phoebe Litchfield in the semifinal against Australia.

Amanjot recorded figures of 3 for 53 from nine overs against South Africa in Colombo in match five of the ODI tri-series. The 25-year-old also impressed with figures of 3 for 54 in the final against Sri Lanka. She dismissed Hasini Perera (0), Vishmi Gunaratne (36), and Harshitha Samarawickrama (26).

4. N Shree Charani (23 wickets)

Left-arm spinner N Shree Charani had a strong debut year in international cricket. She played 18 ODIs in 2025 and claimed 23 wickets at an average of 36.65 with an economy rate of 5.32. Shree Charani was one of India’s best bowlers in the World Cup, taking 14 wickets at an economy rate of 4.96. She dismissed Beth Mooney (24) and Annabel Sutherland (3) in the second semifinal against Australia.

Shree Charani took six wickets in five matches during the ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka at an economy rate of 5.39. The 21-year-old also picked up three wickets in the three-match ODI series in England at an economy rate of 5.91. Even when she did not take wickets, she bowled with control and kept the runs down.

3. Kranti Gaud (23 wickets)

Like Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud also took 23 ODI wickets in 2025 but played fewer matches. In 15 ODIs, the fast bowler picked up 23 wickets at an average of 28.60 and an economy rate of 5.78. The 22-year-old produced a brilliant spell of 6 for 52 against England in the third ODI at Chester-le-Street.

Gaud was named Player of the Match for her figures of 3 for 20 against Pakistan in a Women’s World Cup league match in Colombo. She took nine wickets in eight World Cup matches at an average of 40.11 and an economy rate of 5.73. Gaud also claimed the big wicket of Alyssa Healy (5) in the second semifinal.

Read More -Rajasthan Royals star slams maiden List A century to guide a big total for UP in Vijay Hazare Trophy

2. Sneh Rana (28 wickets)

Bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana finished as India Women’s second-highest wicket-taker in ODIs in 2025. In 17 matches, the left-arm spinner picked up 28 wickets at an average of 27.92 and an economy rate of 5.23. She also registered one five-wicket haul and one four-wicket haul during the year.

1. Deepti Sharma (39 wickets)

Experienced all-rounderDeepti Sharma topped the list of India Women bowlers with the most ODI wickets in 2025. She played all 23 ODI matches for India and took 39 wickets at an average of 27.10 with an economy rate of 5.12. Her performance included one five-wicket haul and one four-wicket haul.

Deepti was named Player of the Tournament during India Women’s historic World Cup campaign. With her smart off-spin, she picked up 22 wickets at an average of 20.40 and an economy rate of 5.52. She delivered a match-winning spell of 5 for 39 in the final against South Africa and also took 4 for 51 against England in the league stage.

The Indian Women’s World Cup 2025 winning side, which beat the South Africa side in the final at the Dr. DY Patel Cricket Stadium in Navi Mumbai, even after being under pressure and staying at a place of getting disqualified ahead of the knockout stages, has joined the Great India Kapil Sharma Show as the video goes viral on social media platforms.

Their captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, the aggressive opening batter, Shafali Varma, the number three batter of the side, Jemimah Rodrigues, the wicket-keeper batter- Richa Ghosh, attended the show with the all-rounders and bowlers- Kranti Gaud or Renuka Singh Thakur, along with head coach- Amol Mazumdar in the show.

See Also: Watch: “From 2-1 behind to…”- Former KKR star reflects on Shubman Gill’s leadership

There was a point in the trailer of the show, which showed that Kapil asked Harmanpreet about the ‘bhangra dance’ she did while lifting the World Cup, to which the Indian captain pointed out Rodrigues and Verma, who requested her to dance like that. It was, indeed, a superb recovery from the national side.

India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 side joins Kapil Sharma’s funny show

India finished the group stage of the competition in fourth position in the points table, where they claimed only three wins in seven clashes at a net run rate of +0.628, with the wins coming over Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand, while their game against Bangladesh was washed out.

Watch the video here: 

Mastiverse ke new innings mazedaar banane aa rahi hain, aap ready ho na?🫡🤩 pic.twitter.com/L9GWxQUoqg

— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) December 24, 2025

In the semifinal of the event at the DY Patil Stadium against Australia Women, Australia posted a massive score of 338 runs in the first innings. The hosts completed the chase by five wickets with nine balls to spare as Rodrigues smashed a fine, unbeaten knock of 127 runs in 134 balls at a strike rate of 94.78, with the help of 14 boundaries.

In the final, the Indian side put a massive score of 298/7 in their allotted 50 overs with Varma drilling 87 runs in 78 balls. Deepti Sharma also contributed with a run-a-ball 58 runs as they bundled out the Proteas for 246 runs to win the contest by 52 runs to lift their maiden Women’s World Cup.

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Match Preview:

Visakhapatnam, Cricket Stadium, India, is once again set to host another interesting T20I between India Women and Sri Lanka Women on Tuesday. India Women stand with a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after winning the first T20I by 8 wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues once again proved herself, scoring 69 runs off just 44 balls.

On the other hand, the Chamari Athapaththu-led team looked completely under pressure and faced a massive drubbing in the opening match. Their batsmen and bowlers did not perform as expected. Sri Lanka desperately needs a win in the second match, which would act as a lifeline for them and keep the series exciting.

IND-W vs SL-W Recent Performance:

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Sri Lanka Women's Tour of India 

• Match: IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I

• Date: 23 Dec. 2025

• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM ITHU

• Stadium/Venue: Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, India

• Live Score: cricketwinner.com

• Live Streaming: Star Sports network/Jio Hotstar.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND-W vs SL-W Pitch & Weather Report:

There is a possibility of clouds, and the chances of rain are very low. The temperature is expected to reach around 21.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 120 and 122 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, India Stats: 

Bowlers get a little more help at the start of the match. The pitch is expected to play slowly in the first half, so winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.  

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Playing 11

India Women (IND-W) Probable 11:

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Goud, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Probable 11:

Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Kavisha Dilhari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Kawya Kavindi, Shashini Gimhani

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from IND-W

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from SL-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Jemimah Rodrigues (IND-W) was the top run scorer in the last outing. He is a must-own pick for this match.
• Deepti Sharma (IND-W) could be a game-changer with his bowling skills. She is one player to watch. 
• Chamari Athapathu (SL-W) is capable of winning any match from any stage. She is a valuable pick for the upcoming game.
• Kavisha Dilhari (SL-W) is the most experienced all-rounder in the Sri Lanka Women’s Squad. Unfortunately, she ran out in the last match, but she can make an immediate impact in the upcoming games.

IND-W vs SL-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Team Suggestion: 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND-W is expected to win this match. They have the advantage of playing on their home ground. Additionally, India holds a dominant 8-2 advantage over Sri Lanka in their 10 most recent encounters.

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND-W vs SL-W match today?

India Women (IND-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

India Women

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 team?

Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Chamari Athapattu, Kavisha Dilhari, Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne and Jemimah Rodrigues

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 103 and 121 runs.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to take a long-awaited revision for their domestic match fees for the women’s cricketers in the next scheduled Apex Council meeting on December 22. The meeting, which will be held virtually, comes after the Blue Brigade’s triumphant ODI World Cup 2025 campaign and growing calls for the financial support of the players in the domestic events.

While there is parity of the payment at the international level, significant gaps continue to exist in the domestic structure. The BCCI has decided to address the issue formally as women’s cricket is gaining momentum. It has now become a key agenda item to be formally issued in the meeting.

See Also: New platform to telecast T20 World Cup 2026? Prasar Bharati explores ICC media rights after JioStar’s uncertain deals

Another major point of discussion will be the annual central contracts for the men’s team. Attention has been put on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom have already retired from the T20I and Test formats of the game and are only focused on the ODI format. Their workload may also adjust their contract category.

BCCI to review Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s A-contract

In contrast, the all-format players such as the captain of ODI and Test formats, Shubman Gill, the premier all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja, and the top-class pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, are only anticipated to feature in the A+ bracket, which reflects on the central roles across the formats of the BCCI.

The Indian board has also evaluated the proposal to revise the match fees for umpires and match referees within the domestic circuit. An update is also expected to be discussed for the board’s digital properties, fan-engagement platforms, and website upgrades. This will also be the first Apex Council AGM meeting since the change of administration of the board.

Mithun Manhas, who took over as the new president of the BCCI in September, will be present in the meeting along with Raghuram Bhatt, who assumed the charge as treasurer. Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Bhatia were appointed the secretary and joint-secretary, respectively.

India’s vice-captain of the women’s cricket team, Smriti Mandhana, made her first public appearance since cancelling her wedding with the famous Bollywood composer, Palash Muchhal. She highlighted that over the past 12 years, the truth has become clear: there is nothing she would care more deeply about than cricket. 

India’s most flourishing left-handed opening batter, Smriti Mandhana, through an Instagram story, announced that both families had decided to call off the proposed wedding with Palash Muchhal. On December 07, she released a short statement on social media, requesting privacy and emphasizing that she wished to close the chapter.

See Also: Watch: “Chaha Pyaayla…”- Naseem Shah speaks Marathi as video goes viral

“I don't think I love anything more than cricket. Wearing that Indian jersey is the motivation that drives us. You keep all your problems aside, and that thought alone helps you focus on life. As a kid, the madness for batting was always there. No one understood it, but in my mind, I always wanted to be called a world champion.” Mandhana expressed during the Amazon Smbhav Summit at Bharat Mandapam.

Watch: Smriti Mandhana reveals reasons for cancelling wedding with Palash Muchhal

Mandhana, who will return to the national side for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, attended the ceremony with captain Harmanpreet Kaur. She vowed to give her best in the game to help the blue brigade win more major trophies in the future.

Watch the video here: 

Smriti Mandhana at the Amazon Smbhav Summit on her first love 'cricket'🗣️

"I don't think I love anything in life more than cricket. I always tell everyone that once you put on the jersey, you just keep all your problems aside and just be on the field because you have a… pic.twitter.com/nsNlKQEohC

— Sportstar (@sportstarweb) December 10, 2025

“This World Cup was the reward for the battle we fought over the years. We were waiting for it so badly. I have been playing for more than 12 years, and many times things did not go our way. We visualized it before the final, and when we finally saw it on the screen, it gave us goosebumps. It was an incredible, special moment.” Mandhana shed light.

“We really wanted to do it for them badly. Seeing tears in their eyes made it feel like women's cricket itself was winning. It was a battle won for all of them. You always start an innings at zero, no matter if you scored a hundred before. And do not play for yourself, that is what we kept reminding each other.” The southpaw addressed.

Just weeks after his wedding to the Women’s World Cup 2025 winning cricketer of the Indian cricket team, Smriti Mandhana, was postponed indefinitely with no update on his resumption, the famous Bollywood music composer and filmmaker, Palash Muchhal, visited the Premanand Maharaj at Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj, his ashram in Vrindavan.

A picture of Palash Muchhal, wearing a mask, has gone viral on social media platforms. At the start of the week, Muchhal was photographed at the airport, making his first public appearance after the wedding was delayed due to multiple medical emergencies. It was set to be held in Maharashtra’s Sangli on November 23 but was postponed after Smriti Mandhana’s father, Shrinivas, was hospitalized.

See Also: Watch: "Take pressure off..."- Michael Hussey reflects on MS Dhoni's greatness ahead of IPL 2026

Shortly after that incident, Palash was also admitted to a hospital with viral symptoms and acidity issues. His sister, Palak, confirmed in a statement that the wedding had been put on hold, with both Palash Muchhal and Shrinivas Mandhana discharged.

Palash Muchhal visits Premanand Ji Maharaj for first time after wedding postponed

Palash was discharged from the hospital for a brief period, as he was in Sangli at that time before being shifted to Mumbai. Smriti, meanwhile, removed all the wedding-related posts from her social media accounts, which was the main act of the speculations. Different members of the two families also took the same step and clarified that the postponement is due to the health emergencies.

Mandhana’s teammate, Jamimah Rodrigues, who took a break for a couple of weeks from the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025, where she was featuring for the Brisbane Heat, decided to stay with the Indian opening batter in that tough time as the franchise revealed that Rodrigues won’t be returning to Australia for the franchise T20 league.

Smriti was the second leading run-getter of the Women’s World Cup 2025 with the help of 434 runs in nine innings at an average of 54.25 and a strike rate of 99.08 with the help of two half-centuries and one century at the best score of 109. She is expected to be back in action when India face Sri Lanka at home for a five-match T20I series.

The Indian women’s cricket team will play a five-match T20I series against Sri Lanka next month. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared the schedule on X on Friday, November 28.

The first two matches will take place at the Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on December 21 and 23. The last three T20Is will be held at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on December 26, 28 and 30.

BCCI said in a release, “The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announces the schedule for the upcoming IDFC FIRST Bank Women’s T20I series, as India hosts Sri Lanka for a five-match contest next month. The series will begin in Visakhapatnam before moving to Thiruvananthapuram for the remaining matches.”

Also Read -Who is Kunal Chandela? The shining name before IPL 2026 auction

India Women Back in Action After World Cup Win

Since winning the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final on November 2 in Navi Mumbai, the Indian women’s cricket team has not played any international match.

Sri Lanka will tour India for a five-match T20I series in December.

Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of India, 2025 (T20I Series Schedule)

🚨 News 🚨

Schedule for @IDFCFIRSTBank T20I series against Sri Lanka Women announced.

Details ▶️ https://t.co/jYCdTE8YhA#TeamIndia | #WomenInBlue | #INDvSL pic.twitter.com/wK4d5c0XLQ

— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) November 28, 2025

Busy Season Ahead for India Women

After the T20I series, Indian players will play in WPL 2026. The league will run from January 9 to February 5 in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara.

Both the Sri Lanka T20Is and WPL 2026 will help India prepare for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will take place from June 15 to July 6 across seven venues in England, with 12 teams taking part.

India won their first-ever ODI World Cup this year, and now they will aim to win their maiden T20 World Cup title next year.