The tournament will feature three competing nations \u2014 India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal \u2014 showcasing seasoned deaf cricket talent from across Asia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ahead of the championship, participating teams underwent preparatory practice sessions from February 14\u201316 at the KIIT Cricket Ground, Bhubaneswar, ensuring strong readiness for the competition.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Opening Ceremony will commence at 10:00 AM on February 19, 2026, setting the stage for an exciting week of international cricket and inclusion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India will be led by Virender Singh, while Sri Lanka will be captained by A. Kalep, and Nepal will be captained by Baidhanath Chaudhary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sumit Jain, President, ADCA, said, \u201cThis championship marks a milestone in ADCA\u2019s journey of nurturing diversity and promoting world-class deaf cricket. We thank our partners for believing in our vision and supporting the \u2018Dare to Dream\u2019 movement to mainstream deaf cricket talent across Asia. Special thanks to all our partners for their support for this maiden tournament. We thank OCA & ODCA for their immense support.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India will be led by Virender Singh, while Sri Lanka will be captained by A. Kalep, and Nepal will be captained by Baidhanath Chaudhary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She added, \u201cIDCA has played a pivotal role in facilitating the ADCA tournament arrangements, with the visiting teams expressing gratitude for the support extended in IDCA hosting the championship in Cuttack. Special thanks to IDCA, Vice President & Gen. Sec. Sagarkanta Senapati & CEO, ODCA, Ms. Sharmila Subramanian making this a memorable tournament for our visiting teams from Sri Lanka & Nepal .\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n