Meenakashi Lekhi, a former member of parliament, ex-minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, and chairperson of the Organising Committee for the tournament, also attended the meeting with him.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India and Sri Lanka will co-host the upcoming Women\u2019s T20 World Cup \u2013 Cricket for the Blind, with matches taking place across venues in New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Colombo. This historic first-of-its-kind tournament will unite teams from Australia, England, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the USA, featuring 21 league matches, two semi-finals, and a final showdown.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking about his interaction with the Hon\u2019ble President, Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar said: \u201cIt was a privilege to meet the Hon\u2019ble President and present details of this landmark event that celebrates inclusion, courage, and the sporting spirit of visually impaired women cricketers across the world.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meenakashi Lekhi added, \u201cThe Hon\u2019ble President is an inspiration to all women. Specially-abled men and women are deeply grateful for the support she has extended to this cause throughout the journey.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier this week, it was confirmed that the summit clash will also be held in Colombo in case Pakistan qualifies for the final. athletes with disabilities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This landmark event follows India\u2019s golden triumph two years ago, when the Indian Women\u2019s Blind Cricket Team defeated Australia in the finals to win the gold at the 2023 IBSA World Games and script history.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Now, with the world watching, Indian women are prepared to stand guard, play fearless cricket, and write yet another historic chapter on home soil.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India\u2019s Squad for the Women\u2019s T20 World Cup \u2013 Cricket for the Blind:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
B1 Category: Simu Das (Delhi), P. Karuna Kumari (Andhra Pradesh), Anu Kumari (Bihar), Jamuna Rani Tudu (Odisha), Kavya V (Karnataka)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India\u2019s Squad for the Women\u2019s T20 World Cup \u2013 Cricket for the Blind:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
B3 Category: Deepika T C (Karnataka \u2013 Captain), Phula Soren (Odisha), Ganga S Kadam (Maharashtra \u2013 Vice Captain), Kavya N R (Karnataka), Sushma Patel (Madhya Pradesh), Durga Yevle (Madhya Pradesh)<\/p>\r\n\r\n