India Yellow & India Orange shine in Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament for Blind

The NTT DATA Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2025
saw thrilling action on its second day despite rain delays.
Organized by the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) with Samarthanam Trust for
the Disabled and supported by NTT DATA, the tournament identifies India’s top 16 players for the inaugural Women’s T20 Blind World Cup in November 2025 across New Delhi, Kathmandu, and Bengaluru.
Day 2 Highlights: India Yellow posted 141/5, led by Shivani’s brilliant 56 off 35 balls. India Blue fought back through Saloni (38) and Annu Sharma (38) but fell short by 11 runs. Shivani was
named Player of the Match.
India Orange restricted India Red to 112/7 and chased the target with ease. BasantiHansda (59) and MuskanGochar (35*) shared an unbeaten partnership, securing a 10-wicket win. Basanti was awarded Player of the Match.
India Red vs India Yellow and India Blue vs India Orange. The top two teams will advance to the finals on September 4. Beyond cricket, this initiative equips players with life skills, digital literacy, financial literacy, stipends, and higher education support—empowering the next generation of women blind cricketers.