The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has announced the Assam U-23 Women’s Team for the first two matches of the upcoming BCCI U-23 Women’s One Day Tournament, scheduled to be held in Haryana from March 3, 2026.
Khushi Sarma has been named captain of the side, with Florina Taye appointed as vice-captain. The announcement has drawn attention in Guwahati’s cricketing circles, as several members of the squad train and compete regularly in the city’s domestic cricket structure.
The Assam Cricket Association has named Khushi Sarma as captain of the Assam U-23 Women’s Team for the BCCI U-23 Women’s One Day Tournament starting March 3, 2026, in Haryana. Florina Taye will serve as vice-captain. The squad will represent Assam in its opening two matches of the tournament.
Squad Announced for Opening Matches
The selected squad for the first two matches includes:
- Khushi Sarma (Captain)
- Florina Taye (Vice-Captain)
- Mousumi Narah
- Rima Pegu
- Hemlata Payeng
- Shivani Bishnoi
- Priyanka Kalita
- Kaku Barman
- Khusi Kumari
- Dolly Kardong
- Diya Barman
- Gyanashree Barman
- Rupsika Teronpi
- Reshmi Sinha
- Riya Poudel
The team will begin its campaign in Haryana as part of the national-level BCCI tournament calendar.
Support Staff and Preparation
The team will be guided by Head Coach Chetan B. Dhingra. Ashok Talukdar and Chanekya Sarma will assist as coaches, with Sarma also serving as coach-cum-manager.
Navajit Kaushik has been appointed as trainer, Darakhsha Hammed as physiotherapist and Karthik Kumar C. as performance analyst.
Preparations in Guwahati have been underway at local training facilities and cricket grounds under the supervision of the ACA.
Significance for Guwahati’s Women’s Cricket
Guwahati has increasingly emerged as a hub for women’s cricket development in Assam, with structured training programs and regular competitive exposure.
The selection of the U-23 squad reflects the growing depth in the state’s women’s cricket pipeline. Performance in this tournament could also influence future senior team selections.
The Assam Cricket Association has extended its best wishes to the players and support staff for a successful campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Assam’s U-23 Women’s Team begin its tournament campaign?
The team will begin playing in the BCCI U-23 Women’s One Day Tournament from March 3, 2026, in Haryana.
Who is leading the Assam U-23 Women’s Team?
Khushi Sarma has been appointed captain, while Florina Taye will serve as vice-captain.
