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Jammu & Kashmir Bowler Selected for India A U-19 Women’s Squad
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 11:31 PM
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A cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir has been named in the India A Under‑19 women’s squad, marking a significant milestone for the region.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that a female cricketer hailing from Jammu and Kashmir has earned a place in the India A Under‑19 women’s team. The selection was made after the player impressed selectors during recent domestic tournaments and talent identification camps.
This call‑up represents the first time a cricketer from the state has been included in the India A U‑19 women’s setup, highlighting the growing reach of cricket development programs in the region. The player will join the squad for upcoming preparatory matches ahead of the ICC Under‑19 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
Cricket officials praised the achievement as a testament to the increasing opportunities for young women athletes in Jammu and Kashmir, and they expect the inclusion to inspire more participation at the grassroots level.
This call‑up represents the first time a cricketer from the state has been included in the India A U‑19 women’s setup, highlighting the growing reach of cricket development programs in the region. The player will join the squad for upcoming preparatory matches ahead of the ICC Under‑19 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
Cricket officials praised the achievement as a testament to the increasing opportunities for young women athletes in Jammu and Kashmir, and they expect the inclusion to inspire more participation at the grassroots level.