The Indian Deaf Women’s Cricket team announced themselves on the international stage with a commanding 5-0 T20 series whitewash of hosts Sri Lanka at Moratuwa, completing their maiden overseas tour in emphatic fashion. The series-clinching victory saw India restrict Sri Lanka to just 40 runs in the final match and chase the target with seven wickets in hand, an outcome that underlined the visitors’ dominance and introduced a powerful new presence in global deaf cricket.
From the first ball to the last, India’s side combined disciplined bowling, sharp fielding and composed batting to outclass the hosts across all five fixtures played at the De Soysa International Cricket Stadium. The 15-member touring squad, which included Odisha’s Dipti Rani Sahoo, converted talent into results and brought regional pride home with India’s first-ever overseas triumph in deaf women’s cricket. Consistent performances across the series made the sweep less a surprise than a statement: this team arrived to win.
The final match epitomised their superiority. A clinical bowling display reduced Sri Lanka to 40, and India’s measured chase featured minimal fuss, securing victory with seven wickets still in hand. Individual excellence was recognised at the end of the series: Shradda Vaishnav was named Player of the Final Match, Chandani Khan claimed Best Bowler, Needa Zabi Shaikh finished as Best Batter, and Reddy Jyoshna was awarded the Player of the Series for her all-round impact.
Leadership and administration also celebrated the triumph. Indian Deaf Cricket Association President Sumit Jain lauded the athlete’s skill and readiness for the international arena, thanking Sri Lankan authorities and stadium staff for their hospitality. IDCA CEO Roma Balwani described the whitewash as an extraordinary milestone, saying the women had become inspirational role models and had “firmly placed Indian deaf women’s cricket on the global map.” She also acknowledged sponsors, including the Serum Institute of India, whose support helped turn the historic tour into reality.
The closing ceremony provided a fitting finale: dignitaries such as Sri Lankan Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage and Indian Deputy High Commissioner Maitrey Kulkarni attended to honour the champions, with Kulkarni presenting the trophy to the jubilant Indian side. The week in Moratuwa will be remembered not only for the results but for the growing recognition of deaf women’s cricket, an arena now brightened by India’s breakthrough.
This sweep is more than five wins; it is a platform. With a clear blend of talent, preparation and backing, the Indian Deaf Women have signalled that they belong on the world stage and are poised to build on this historic beginning.
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