Harmanpreet Kaur announced her resignation as captain of the India women’s cricket team after a decade in the role. The decision comes following a successful tenure marked by several notable achievements. Kaur, the first woman to lead India to a Women’s Cricket World Cup final, cited her commitment to the team and her sense of duty in her statement.
Kaur led the team through multiple international tournaments, including the 2022 Women’s Cricket World Cup, where India reached the final. Her leadership was instrumental in the team’s rise in global rankings. The announcement was made through a press release issued by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. Kaur expressed gratitude for the support received during her time in charge.
Kaur’s captaincy began in 2014, making her one of the longest-serving female captains in international cricket. Her tenure saw the team achieve consistent success, including victories in the 2017 and 2022 Asia Cup. The decision to step down was made after careful consideration and with the aim of allowing new leadership to take charge. The BCCI has yet to announce the next captain.
