India’s blind women cricketers chase history at first Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind
Overview: India’s blind women cricketers have emerged as one of the standout stories at the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind, progressing through the group stage unbeaten and into the tournament’s knockout rounds as they chase an historic title. 0
Why this tournament matters
The 1st Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind is the first global T20 event specifically for visually impaired women cricketers — a milestone for inclusive sport that raises the profile of blind cricket and creates a pathway for more female athletes with visual impairments. Organisers and advocates say the event will help change perceptions and expand opportunities for adaptive sport around the world. 1
India’s campaign so far
India topped their group with convincing victories, including a dominant eight-wicket win against Pakistan that captured attention for both the on-field performance and the teams’ sportsmanship. The Indian squad’s form has seen them progress to the semi-finals, keeping an unbeaten run into the knockout stage. 2
Key players to watch
- Deepika T C (captain, B3): Experience and leadership have been central to India’s push. 3
- Simu Das (B1): Important top-order presence in earlier matches. 4
- Kavya N R & Anu Kumari: Young performers contributing with bat and fielding. 5
Memorable moments and sportsmanship
Beyond results, the tournament has produced standout moments of sportsmanship — notably India and Pakistan’s blind women’s teams shaking hands and celebrating the spirit of cricket despite broader diplomatic tensions. Those images and gestures have been widely shared and praised as an example of how sport can bridge divides. 6
What victory would mean
A World Cup title would be historic for India’s blind-women program: it would validate years of grassroots development, incentivise funding and coaching, and inspire a generation of girls with visual impairments to take up the sport. Stakeholders say success here could accelerate domestic leagues, school programs and public support for adaptive sports. 7
Looking ahead
India now prepare for the semi-final stage where they are expected to face another top side. Fans, families and disability-sport advocates will be watching closely — not just for the result, but for the long-term legacy this tournament could spark at home and abroad. 8
Quick facts
- Tournament: 1st Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind (inaugural edition). 9
- India: Unbeaten in group stage; advanced to semi-finals (Nov 2025). 10
- Notable match: India beat Pakistan by eight wickets (dominant chase). 11
