Top 10 Domestic tournaments for Women Cricketers in India

Top 10 Domestic tournaments for Women Cricketers in India
Top 10 Domestic tournaments for Women Cricketers in India

1. Women’s U15 One-Day Trophy:

At the grassroots level, this tournament serves as a vital stepping stone for budding talents. With 6 groups comprising 6 teams each, it offers a platform for young cricketers to gain invaluable experience and showcase their skills in the one-day format.

2. Women’s U-19 T20 Trophy:

Transitioning into the fast-paced world of T20 cricket, young aspirants compete in this tournament across 6 groups, each housing 6 teams. It provides an exciting opportunity for emerging talents to adapt their game to the shorter format and thrive under pressure. The 2022 edition saw Madhya Pradesh emerging victorious in the tournament, having beaten Karnataka in the final.

3. Women’s U19 One-Day Trophy:

Focusing on developing skills for the longer format of the game, this tournament maintains the same group structure as its T20 counterpart. It aims to groom young players for the challenges they’ll face as they progress in their cricketing journey. The 2023 edition saw Mumbai emerge victorious in the tournament as they defeated Maharashtra in the final of the tournament.

4. Women’s U23 T20 Trophy:

Bridging the gap between youth and senior cricket, this tournament emphasizes agility and adaptability in the T20 format. With 5 groups of 8 teams each, it provides a competitive platform for young talents to hone their skills and prepare for higher levels of competition. The 2023 edition of the tournament saw Madhya Pradesh emerge victorious as they defeated Delhi in the final of the tournament.

5. Women’s Under 23 One-Day Trophy:

Aspiring cricketers focus on endurance and technique in this tournament, which mirrors its T20 counterpart but in a longer format. It serves as a crucial stepping stone for young players aiming to make their mark in domestic and international cricket. The 2024 edition of the tournament saw Haryana being crowned champions, having beaten Uttar Pradesh in the final of the tournament.

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6. Senior Women’s T20 Trophy:

Seasoned campaigners take center stage in this tournament, showcasing their skill and flair in the fast-paced T20 format. With 5 groups of 8 teams each, it offers a thrilling spectacle for fans and provides a platform for experienced players to display their expertise. The tournament saw Mumbai being crowned champions as they beat Uttarakhand in the final to win the championship in its recent edition.

7. Senior Women’s One-Day Trophy:

The pinnacle of domestic women’s cricket in the 50-over format, this tournament maintains the same group structure as the T20 competition. It serves as a battleground for experienced players to compete at the highest level and vie for supremacy in the longer format. The tournament saw Railways being crowned the champions as they got the better of Karnataka in the final.

8. Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy:

Regional rivalries come to the fore in this inter-zonal tournament, where 1 group of 6 teams each battle it out for glory in the shortest format of the game. It provides an opportunity for players from different regions to showcase their talent and pride. The teams include East Zone, West Zone, Central Zone, North Zone, South Zone and North East Zone. The final was abandoned in the 2023 edition of the tournament and East Zone was awarded the 2023–24 Women’s Senior Inter Zonal T20 title by virtue of a higher group stage position.

9. Senior Women’s Inter Zonal One Day Trophy:

Continuing the tradition of regional competition, this tournament maintains the same group setup as its T20 counterpart. It celebrates the diversity of talent across different zones and fosters healthy competition among players. Central Zone were crowned champions of the 2023 edition as they went on to win the final against West Zone.

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10. Senior Women’s Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy:

The pinnacle of domestic women’s cricket, this multi-day red-ball tournament tests players’ endurance and skill over three days of intense competition. With 1 group of 6 teams, it showcases the best of the nation’s cricketing talent and provides a platform for players to shine on the domestic stage. East Zone were crowned the champions of the tournament having beaten South Zone in the final of the tournament.

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