Deepti Sharma

India's women cricketers achieved a historic World Cup victory in Navi Mumbai, a triumph 112 years in the making. Overcoming mid-tournament struggles, the team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur and inspired by Jemimah Rodrigues' record chase, secured glory. This monumental win, celebrated by a nation, marks a watershed moment for Indian women's sports, igniting unprecedented belief and visibility.

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Delhi Capitals pacer Nandani Sharma has earned her maiden India call-up for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup and the one-off Test at Lord's following a stellar WPL season. The squad also sees the return of Yastika Bhatia and Radha Yadav, while injuries rule out Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam.

India announced their squad for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, with Yastika Bhatia returning after ACL surgery and Pratika Rawal missing out on the T20 setup despite making the Test squad. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the side, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. Bharti Fulmali, Nandini Sharma and Shree Charani earned places, while Radha Yadav retained her spot. Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur were unavailable due to injuries.

India’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad announcement saw Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur miss out due to injuries, with the BCCI confirming both were unavailable for selection. Uncapped pacer Nandini Sharma earned a maiden call-up after a strong WPL season, while Yastika Bhatia returned after recovering from ACL surgery. Pratika Rawal was excluded from the T20 squad but included for the one-off Test against England.

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted Amanjot Kaur’s injury has left a major gap in the squad ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup but backed Bharti Fulmali and Radha Yadav to step up. Amanjot is out for four to five months with a back injury. Harmanpreet also defended India’s bowlers after the South Africa series loss and said the upcoming camp and England series would help the team regain rhythm before the World Cup.

India beat South Africa by 14 runs in the fourth Women’s T20I to avoid a series whitewash, powered by deepti sharma’s all-round brilliance (36* and 5/19). After early setbacks, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur steadied the innings, while Deepti and Richa Ghosh finished strong. South Africa started well, but Deepti’s wickets turned the game as India sealed a crucial win.

South Africa secured a dominant 4-1 series victory over India in their Women's T20I series, clinching the final match by 23 runs. Skipper Laura Wolvaardt was the star, remaining unbeaten on 92, while disciplined bowling restricted India's chase. The win highlights South Africa's strength and India's ongoing batting inconsistencies.

The defeat meant that the Women-in-Blue lost the series with a 4-1 scoreline, certainly not a good build-up to the upcoming 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, which is scheduled to start from June 12.

deepti sharma is enduring a rare lean patch in T20s, but India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi has backed the allrounder to bounce back. Despite India trailing 0-2 against South Africa women's cricket team, Salvi stressed her proven pedigree and said the team remains confident of a turnaround ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.

The result was set up by South Africa’s bowlers, who dismissed India for 147. The chase was then completed in 17.1 overs, with the hosts reaching 148 for two.

India's T20 World Cup stars Abhishek Sharma and Axar Patel have joined NADA's Registered Testing Pool for 2026, replacing Smriti Mandhana and Shreyas Iyer. This elite list of 348 athletes, including prominent cricketers, track and field stars, and Olympians, ensures rigorous anti-doping checks. NADA's updated roster underscores its commitment to fair play across all sports.

The ceremony in Lucknow recognised athletes across more than 45 sporting categories, honouring performances during the evaluation period from January 1 to December 31, 2025.

The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) celebrated India's top athletes in Lucknow, honouring excellence and dedication. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presented awards to sporting legends like Leander Paes and the women's World Cup-winning cricket team, recognizing their significant contributions to Indian sports.

The ceremony in Lucknow recognised athletes across more than 45 sporting categories, honouring performances delivered during the evaluation period from January 1 to December 31, 2025.

The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) returns for its eighth edition, set to honour India's top athletes on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow. This edition's nominations highlight exceptional performances from January 1 to December 31, 2025, with a strong representation from Uttar Pradesh athletes across various disciplines.

The Times of India Sports Awards returns for its eighth edition, celebrating India's sporting achievements in 2025. Lucknow will host the ceremony on March 21, 2026. This year highlights historic wins for Indian cricket, with deepti sharma and Kuldeep Yadav earning nominations for their stellar performances.

deepti sharma was instrumental in India's maiden Women's World Cup victory, delivering a stellar all-round performance in the final. Her crucial 58 runs and five wickets secured a 52-run win over South Africa, fulfilling a long-awaited dream for the team. She expressed that the triumph was destined to happen in India.

Shooter Samrat Rana and cricketer Smriti Mandhana were crowned Sportspersons of the Year at the TOISA 2025 awards in Lucknow. Javelin thrower Sumit Antil and archer Sheetal Devi also received top honours in the para category. The ceremony celebrated India's sporting achievements across numerous disciplines, recognising outstanding performances throughout 2025.

The ceremony in Lucknow recognised athletes and organisations across more than 45 sporting categories, honouring performances delivered during the evaluation period from January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Uttar Pradesh is bolstering its sports sector with an ambitious incentive structure, offering substantial monetary rewards for medal winners at international and national events. The state is also prioritising job security for athletes, with over 500 securing government positions, fostering a robust sporting ecosystem.

India's T20I squad for South Africa, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, features a maiden call-up for young all-rounder Anushka Sharma. The five-match series, starting April 17, serves as crucial preparation for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Key inclusions like Bharti Fulmali and Kashvee Gautam also bolster the team.

Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna lauded DSP deepti sharma for her stellar performance in India's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 victory. Her exceptional all-round display, including a record-breaking fifty and five-wicket haul in the final, earned her Player of the Tournament. Her achievement brings immense pride to the nation and Uttar Pradesh Police.

At the Times of India Sports Awards 2025, Kuldeep Yadav and Harmanpreet Kaur won Cricketer of the Year. Spinner Kuldeep impressed with match-winning spin performances, while batter Harmanpreet led with aggressive captaincy and consistency. The awards reflected Indian cricket’s strong 2025, with both teams achieving success and rising global dominance.

Lucknow hosted the Times of India Sports Awards, celebrating Indian sporting royalty with glamour. Olympians, world champions, and para-athletes graced the red carpet. Hosts Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi kept the energy high, while candid moments with the women's cricket team and Taapsee Pannu added charm. The emotional highlight was para chess winner Vaibhav Gautam's standing ovation.

Pat Cummins and Indian deepti sharma have been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month and Women's Player of the Month awards for December 2023 respectively. Cummins was honoured for his outstanding performance in the successful Test series against Pakistan, particularly in Melbourne. He expressed gratitude for the team's collective effort and awaited upcoming series against West Indies and New Zealand. Both Cummins and Sharma are key players in Australia's cricket team.

Jemimah Rodrigues top-scored with an unbeaten 75 while deepti sharma scored 64 as India posted a huge 178 for five against UAE in a Women's Asia Cup match on Tuesday.