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Sharma, Bhatia named captains for India A's Australia women's tour
The BCCI women's selection committee has announced separate captains for India A's upcoming tour of Australia, with Anushka Sharma leading the T20 contingent and Yastika Bhatia captaining the ODI and multi-day squads.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India named two captains for the India A women's tour to Australia on Thursday, dividing leadership responsibilities across different formats. Anushka Sharma will command the three-match T20 series, while Yastika Bhatia has been entrusted with leading the One-Day International and multi-day cricket squads during the tour.
The split captaincy approach reflects the BCCI selection committee's strategy to provide leadership experience across formats while preparing emerging talent for senior international cricket. Both players bring contrasting strengths to their respective roles, with the squad compositions designed to balance development opportunities with competitive cricket.
The tour represents a significant opportunity for India A players to gain exposure against quality Australian domestic opposition and test their skills in challenging conditions. Selection of captains for such assignments typically signals the BCCI's assessment of leadership credentials within the women's cricket ecosystem.
Detailed squad compositions and tour schedules are expected to be announced separately by the board in the coming days.