Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India women's cricket captain

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down from her role as captain of the Indian women's cricket team, concluding a tenure that saw her guide the squad to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final in recent months. The move signals the end of an era for the national side under her leadership.

Under Kaur's captaincy, the Indian women's team achieved notable success, with the World Cup final appearance representing a milestone for the programme. Her tenure was marked by significant performances in international cricket and efforts to elevate the status of women's cricket in the country.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce a successor to lead the team in forthcoming international assignments. The transition comes as Indian women's cricket enters a new phase following the World Cup campaign.

Kaur's decision opens the path for fresh leadership as the team prepares for upcoming bilateral series and international tournaments. The search for a new captain is anticipated to be among the BCCI's immediate priorities in restructuring the squad's management.