Hey cricket fanatics! The latest cricket news is here, and it's all about the India women's squad! We've got a tri-series in Sri Lanka to look forward to, and some exciting new faces are joining the team. Let's dive in and see what's happening with our Indian cricket team!

New Blood in the Squad!

Get ready to cheer for some fresh talent! Kashvee Gautam, N Shree Charani, and Shuchi Upadhyay are getting their first taste of international cricket! This is a huge moment for these players and a great opportunity for them to shine on the big stage.

The Captain is Back!

Good news for the fans! Our very own Harmanpreet Kaur is back at the helm as captain after missing the previous series. And some familiar faces are returning, including Sneh Rana, Yastika Bhatia, Arundhati Reddy, and Amanjot Kaur. It's great to see the team getting back together, with a mix of experience and new energy.

Missing Key Players

Unfortunately, we will miss some key players. Renuka Singh, Pooja Vastrakar, and Titas Sadhu are out due to injuries. Their absence will be felt, but let's hope the new players can step up and fill their shoes.

Schedule of the Tri-Series

Here's the schedule, so you can mark your calendars and get ready to support the team:

1. April 27 - Sri Lanka vs India
2. April 29 - India vs South Africa
3. May 2 - Sri Lanka vs South Africa
4. May 4 - Sri Lanka vs India
5. May 7 - India vs South Africa
6. May 9 - Sri Lanka vs South Africa
7. May 11 - Final

All matches will be held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Make sure to catch all the action!

Shafali Verma Still Out

A bit surprising, Shafali Verma, despite her strong performance in the WPL, won't be in this series. But hey, we all know she's got the potential to make a comeback stronger than ever. The competition in the Indian cricket team is tough, and that's what we love to see!

The Newcomers' Credentials

Let's get to know the new players a bit better, shall we?

• Kashvee Gautam: She was a star in the WPL 2025, taking 11 wickets – the most by an Indian. She's known for her pace and control, so watch out for her!
• Sree Charani: A left-arm spinner who played two games in the WPL and picked up four wickets.
• Shuchi Upadhyay: Another left-arm spinner who was the third-highest wicket-taker in the Senior Women's One-Day Trophy, picking up 18 wickets. She's a Player of the Tournament material!

The Big Picture

This tri-series is super important because it's a warm-up for the ODI World Cup later this year! With the World Cup on home soil, our women's team will be aiming to make a big impact. This is a good chance for them to test strategies, build team dynamics and get ready to go all the way!

The Squad

Here's the complete Indian squad:

• Harmanpreet Kaur (capt)
• Smriti Mandhana (vice-capt)
• Pratika Rawal
• Harleen Deol
• Jemimah Rodrigues
• Richa Ghosh (wk)
• Yastika Bhatia (wk)
• Deepti Sharma
• Amanjot Kaur
• Kashvee Gautam
• Sneh Rana
• Arundhati Reddy
• Tejal Hasabnis
• Sree Charani
• Shuchi Upadhyay

So, what do you guys think? Are you excited about the new squad? Let's show our support for the Indian women's cricket team!