The first-ever Blind Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup has turned the spotlight on the courage and determination of visually impaired women who have risen above challenges to represent India on the global stage.
The six-nation tournament, featuring India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the USA, kicked off on November 11 in Delhi before moving to Bengaluru. The knockout matches are now taking place in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
India’s 16-member squad brings together players from nine states — Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Delhi, Assam, and Bihar. Many of them come from small towns, rural communities, and farming families, with several taking up the sport only in the last few years through school programs, disability organisations, and local cricket initiatives.
Most of the players are from rural backgrounds,” said team manager Shika Shetty. “Language and cultural barriers initially made it difficult to introduce the sport, and many families were hesitant to allow girls to play. But today, these players are competing proudly at an international level.
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