The BCCI has named captains for India A's upcoming series against Australia A, with Anushka Sharma leading the T20 side and Yastika Bhatia captaining the One‑Day and multi‑day teams. Sayali Satghare will serve as deputy in the T20s and as vice‑captain alongside Bhatia in the longer formats.

  • Anushka Sharma captains the T20 series
  • Yastika Bhatia leads the One‑Day and multi‑day squads
  • Sayali Satghare is deputy/vice‑captain across formats

Leadership Split Across Formats

On August 27, the BCCI women’s selection committee announced that Anushka Sharma will captain India A in the three‑match T20 series, while Yastika Bhatia will take charge of the One‑Day and four‑day multi‑day fixtures. Sayali Satghare will act as Anushka’s deputy in the T20s and as vice‑captain to Bhatia in the longer formats.

Schedule and Venues

The tour kicks off on September 12. T20 matches are slated for September 12, 15 and 17 in New Chandigarh. The One‑Day games will be played on September 20, 23 and 25 at the PCA Stadium in Mohali, and the four‑day multi‑day encounter will run from September 29 to October 2 in Dharamshala.

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India A T20 Squad

Anushka Sharma (C), Sayali Satghare (VC), Vrinda Dinesh, Sujata Dey, Tejal Hasabnis, Nikki Prasad, Shipra Giri (WK), Shweta Sehrawat, Uma Chetry (WK), Tanuja Kanwer, Minnu Mani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnam Shakeel, Simran Dil Bahadur.

India A One‑Day Squad

Yastika Bhatia (C, WK), Anushka Sharma (VC), Vrinda Dinesh, Priya Punia, Tanisha Singh, Tejal Hasabnis, Nikki Prasad, Uma Chetry (WK), Minnu Mani, Amandeep Kaur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Sayali Satghare, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnam Shakeel, Akshita Bhagat.

India A Multi‑Day Squad

Yastika Bhatia (C, WK), Anushka Sharma (VC), Shubha Satheesh, Priya Punia, Tanisha Singh, Tejal Hasabnis, Nikki Prasad, Mamata Madiwala (WK), Sushree Dibyadarshini, Shuchi Upadhyay, Vaishnavi Sharma, Sayali Satghare, Jintimani Kalita, Shabnam Shakeel, Akshita Bhagat.

Historical Background

Women’s cricket in India has evolved from sporadic matches in the 1970s to a structured pipeline of U‑19, A‑team, and senior squads after the BCCI took over in 2006. Recent successes, including the 2022 Asian Games gold, have amplified the importance of A‑team tours as a proving ground for future stars.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that rotating leadership among emerging players accelerates their readiness for high‑pressure senior internationals, especially ahead of the 2027 ICC Women’s World Cup.

"Giving captaincy experience at the A‑level is a game‑changer for player development," says former India captain Mithali Raj.
Did You Know?: India’s women’s A‑team recorded its first-ever win over Australia’s A‑side in 2024, raising expectations for this upcoming series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When does the Australia A women’s tour begin?
A: The first T20 match starts on September 12 in New Chandigarh.

Q2: Are there any debutants in the India A squads?
A: Yes, newcomers like Minnu Mani and Jintimani Kalita have been included to gain international exposure.