BCCI reveals India’s squad for Women’s ODI World Cup 2025; Shafali Verma left out

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced the Indian women’s squad for the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, scheduled to begin later this month. The tournament, which promises to be a blockbuster event, will see the best teams in the world vying for the coveted 50-overs trophy. India will begin their campaign on September 30 against Sri Lanka, hoping to go the distance in what could be a defining tournament for women’s cricket in the country.

India will be led by Harmanpreet Kaur, with Smriti Mandhana named as her deputy for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2025. The squad is packed with proven performers and rising stars, making it one of the most balanced line-ups in recent years.

The batting unit boasts the likes of Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, and Yastika Bhatia, who will provide depth alongside Smriti and Harmanpreet. In the all-round department, Deepti Sharma and Sneh Rana bring invaluable experience, while Amanjot Kaur and Kranti Gaud add fresh energy.

The bowling attack is equally strong, spearheaded by Renuka Singh Thakur, Radha Yadav, and Arundhati Reddy, who have all made significant contributions in recent series. With wicketkeepers Richa Ghosh and Yastika offering options behind the stumps, the side appears well-equipped to challenge the best in the world.

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One of the major talking points of the announcement was the absence of Shafali Verma, who failed to make the cut both for the World Cup squad and the preparatory series against Australia. Despite returning to the national setup earlier this year and showing glimpses of form with a 75-run knock in England, Shafali’s inconsistent run — including underwhelming performances in the India A tour of Australia — worked against her.

Selection committee chair Neeti David, however, stressed that Shafali remains in India’s long-term plans.

“She’s in the system, not like she’s not. We’ve got our eyes on her. Hopefully, she plays more, garners experience, and it’ll help India in the 50-overs format,” David explained in the presser.

India have had a dominant run in ODIs this year, with series wins over South Africa, New Zealand, West Indies, and England, alongside a tri-series triumph in Sri Lanka. Their final preparations will be tested in a high-profile ODI series against Australia from September 14 to 20, before heading into the World Cup.

India squad for Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Richa Ghosh (wk), Kranti Gaud, Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Sneh Rana

Standby players: Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, Uma Chetry, Minnu Mani, Sayali Satghare

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.