As anticipation builds in Indian women’s cricket, the Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challenger Trophy 2025 is set to commence from March 25 to April 8 in the picturesque locales of Dehradun. More than just a competition, this tournament serves as a platform for emerging cricketers to showcase their skills, bridging the gap between domestic and international cricket.
This season features four competitive teams, each boasting a blend of experience, young talent, and match-winning potential. The squads will be led by some of the finest names in Indian women’s cricket:
- Team A – Captained by Minnu Mani
- Team B – Captained by Harleen Deol
- Team C – Captained by Jemimah Rodrigues
- Team D – Captained by Sneh Rana
Let’s take a closer look at the squads and the key players to watch out for in this much-awaited domestic event.
Squads for Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challenger Trophy 2025
Team A
Captain: Minnu Mani
Vice-Captain: Arundhati Reddy
Squad: Richa Ghosh, Shipra Giri, Shubha Satheesh, Shweta Sehrawat, Dinesh Vrinda, Mukta Magre, Henrietta, Tanuja Kanwer, Vasavi A Pavani, Priya Mishra, Sayali Satghare, Anaadi Tagde, Pragati Singh.
Players to Watch:
- Minnu Mani – A dynamic all-rounder and an emerging leader.
- Arundhati Reddy – An experienced pacer with international exposure.
- Richa Ghosh – A power-hitter and wicketkeeper-batter known for her explosive performances.
- Shubha Satheesh – A promising young batter with a strong domestic record.
- Sayali Satghare – A consistent performer with the ball.
Team B
Captain: Harleen Deol
Vice-Captain: Yastika Bhatia
Squad: Pratika Rawal, Ayushi Soni, Arushi Goel, Kanika Ahuja, Shree Charani, Mamta Paswan, Prema Rawat, Nandini Sharma, Kranti Goud, Akshara S, Titas Sadhu, Mamtha, Mita Paul.
Players to Watch:
- Harleen Deol – A stylish batter and experienced leader.
- Yastika Bhatia – A dependable wicketkeeper-batter with a solid record in domestic and international cricket.
- Pratika Rawal – A promising all-rounder.
- Titas Sadhu – A young fast bowler with an impressive track record.
- Mita Paul – A rising talent in the domestic circuit.
Team C
Captain: Jemimah Rodrigues
Vice-Captain: Shafali Verma
Squad: Saima Thakor, Riya Chaudhari, Tripti Singh, T Sarkar, Tejal Hasabnis, Sushree Dibyadarshini, Suchi Upadhya, Rajeshwari, Saranya Gadwal, VJ Joshitha, Shabnam Shakil, Uma Chetry, Garima Yadav.
Players to Watch:
- Jemimah Rodrigues – A world-class batter with international experience.
- Shafali Verma – One of the most explosive openers in modern cricket.
- Shabnam Shakil – A fast-bowling sensation from India’s U-19 ranks.
- Tejal Hasabnis – A consistent performer in domestic cricket.
- Uma Chetry – A promising wicketkeeper-batter.
Team D
Captain: Sneh Rana
Vice-Captain: Amanjot Kaur
Squad: Nandini Kashyap, Shivangi Yadav, Jincy Georgia, Raghvi Bisht, Dhara Gujjar, Sanskriti Gupta, Yamuna V Rana, Vaishnavi Sharma, Keerthana Balakrishnan, Kashvee Gautam, Manali Dakshini, G Trisha, Monica Patel.
Players to Watch:
- Amanjot Kaur – The WPL Emerging Player of the Season for Mumbai Indians.
- Kashvee Gautam – Gujarat Giants’ leading wicket-taker in WPL 2025 with 11 wickets at an economy of 6.45.
- G Trisha – The Player of the Tournament in India’s successful U-19 T20 World Cup campaign.
- Nandini Kashyap – A rising talent in domestic cricket.
- Raghvi Bisht – A bowler with immense potential.
More Than Just a Tournament
The Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challenger Trophy is more than just a series of matches; it represents resilience, growth, and the pursuit of excellence. With Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium and Abhimanyu Cricket Academy hosting the games, cricket fans are set to witness an exciting blend of seasoned players and future stars shaping the next generation of Indian women’s cricket.
This tournament not only provides an opportunity for selectors to scout talents for the national team but also gives domestic cricketers a platform to shine on a grand stage.
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