The newly crowned world champion India women's cricket team is set to make a highly anticipated return to international cricket this December. After their spectacular T20 World Cup triumph, Harmanpreet Kaur and her team will take on Sri Lanka in a five-match T20 International series.
Complete Match Schedule and Venues
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the full schedule for the bilateral series. The first T20I will be played on December 1 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, marking the beginning of what promises to be an exciting contest between the two Asian rivals.
The action then moves to the DRIEMS Ground in Cuttack for the second match on December 3. The teams will travel to Dharamsala for the remaining three matches, with games scheduled for December 5, 7, and 8 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.
Return of World Champions
This series marks India women's first international assignment since their historic T20 World Cup victory. The team created history by winning their first T20 World Cup title, defeating the mighty Australians in the final. Their return to the field is much awaited by cricket fans across the nation.
Under the leadership of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and head coach Amol Muzumdar, the Indian team will look to continue their winning momentum. The series provides an excellent opportunity for the world champions to showcase their dominance in the shortest format of the game.
Sri Lanka Challenge and Team Preparations
The Sri Lanka women's team, led by Chamari Athapaththu, will pose a significant challenge to the Indian side. Sri Lanka has shown considerable improvement in recent years and will be eager to test themselves against the world champions in their home conditions.
Both teams are expected to field their strongest squads for the series. The matches will be crucial for team development as both nations prepare for future international commitments. For Indian cricket fans, this series offers the first chance to watch their world champion team in action since their historic achievement.
The BCCI has ensured that the matches are spread across different venues to allow fans from various regions to witness live women's cricket action. With the team's recent success, expectations are high for strong crowd support throughout the series.
