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Smriti Mandhana Appointed All‑Format India Captain Ahead of Zimbabwe Series
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 04:31 AM
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The BCCI has announced Smriti Mandhana as the new captain of India's women's cricket team across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, with her first assignment leading the side against Zimbabwe.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that opening‑bat specialist Smriti Mandhana will take over as captain of the senior women's side in all three formats. The decision was announced ahead of the upcoming bilateral series against Zimbabwe, marking her first stint at the helm.
Mandhana, who has been a regular fixture in India's top order since her debut in 2013, previously served as vice‑captain and has captained the India A side on several occasions. Her appointment reflects the board's confidence in her experience and leadership qualities.
The Zimbabwe series, scheduled to begin later this month, will be the first test of Mandhana's captaincy. The BCCI expects the new leadership to bring fresh energy to the squad as it prepares for upcoming global tournaments.
Cricket officials did not disclose the exact terms of the captaincy but indicated that the move aims to provide continuity across formats and nurture a cohesive team culture.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Mandhana balances her batting responsibilities with the added duties of leading the side on the field.
Mandhana, who has been a regular fixture in India's top order since her debut in 2013, previously served as vice‑captain and has captained the India A side on several occasions. Her appointment reflects the board's confidence in her experience and leadership qualities.
The Zimbabwe series, scheduled to begin later this month, will be the first test of Mandhana's captaincy. The BCCI expects the new leadership to bring fresh energy to the squad as it prepares for upcoming global tournaments.
Cricket officials did not disclose the exact terms of the captaincy but indicated that the move aims to provide continuity across formats and nurture a cohesive team culture.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Mandhana balances her batting responsibilities with the added duties of leading the side on the field.