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Smriti Mandhana Takes Helm as India Women’s Captain for Zimbabwe T20I Series
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 10:36 AM
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India’s rising star Smriti Mandhana has been appointed full‑time captain for the women's team ahead of the T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Smriti Mandhana has been named full‑time captain of the India women’s cricket team for the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe, a decision announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
The appointment follows Mandhana’s consistent performances in international matches, where she has been a key contributor with the bat and ball.
The series will be played in Zimbabwe, giving the squad a chance to compete in a different environment ahead of future ICC events.
BCCI’s move aims to provide Mandhana with leadership experience and to prepare the team for upcoming tournaments.
The appointment follows Mandhana’s consistent performances in international matches, where she has been a key contributor with the bat and ball.
The series will be played in Zimbabwe, giving the squad a chance to compete in a different environment ahead of future ICC events.
BCCI’s move aims to provide Mandhana with leadership experience and to prepare the team for upcoming tournaments.