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BCCI Set to Replace Harmanpreet Kaur as India’s Captain After Shocking T20 World Cup Group Stage Exit

BCCI To Sack Captain Harmanpreet Kaur

The Indian women’s cricket team, often referred to as theWomen in Blue,has been under scrutiny following a disappointing group stage exit at the ongoing 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup in the UAE. Despite being one of the tournament’s stronger teams, India failed to make it to the semifinals, securing just four points from four games. So let’s take a look at BCCI To Sack Captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

This exit has prompted the BCCI to reconsider the leadership of their women’s team, with current captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s future in jeopardy. India’s performance in the group stages was far below expectations. The team began with high hopes but was soon shaken by an early loss to New Zealand.

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This defeat put them under pressure, and their final match against Australian women turned out to be the decisive blow, knocking them out of the tournament and leaving them unable to secure a place in the semifinals. Many experts and fans expressed disappointment over India’s inability to perform consistently in crucial moments.

BCCI Considers Leadership Change

Following the team’s poor performance, reports suggest that the BCCI and team management are seriously considering replacing Harmanpreet Kaur as captain. Kaur, who has led the Indian women’s cricket team for several years, has faced criticism in recent months, particularly after India’s lackluster performance in the T20 World Cup.

The most likely candidate to take over the captaincy is Smriti Mandhana, India’s current vice-captain. Mandhana has previously stepped in to lead the team when Kaur was unavailable and has also displayed her leadership skills by guiding Royal Challengers Bangalore to a Women’s Premier League (WPL) title earlier this year.

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Important Meeting Before New Zealand Series

A crucial meeting is scheduled to take place before India’s upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, which begins on October 24. The BCCI, selection committee, and head coach Amol Muzumdar will gather to discuss Kaur’s future as the team captain. While no immediate decision has been made, there is a strong possibility that Kaur’s captaincy will be replaced either before or after the New Zealand series.

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Perth Scorchers Women4310060.297
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Melbourne Stars Women4220040.492
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England4310061.091
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