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Rise of Indian Women's Cricket: A Journey of Triumph & Challenges

01 Oct 2023  |  www.missingperspectives.com  |  English  |  Gender Equality

Indian women's cricket has seen significant growth over the past decade, marked by key milestones such as reaching the finals of the 2017 ODI World Cup and the 2020 T20 World Cup. The efforts of players like Harmanpreet Kaur, Mithali Raj, and Jhulan Goswami have been instrumental in this rise. Despite historical challenges, including lack of infrastructure and financial support, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made strides towards gender equality, including implementing equal pay for female cricketers. The launch of the Women's Premier League (WPL) in 2023 has further boosted the sport, providing a platform for emerging talent. However, issues such as sexual harassment in women's sports remain a concern, prompting the BCCI to introduce policies to address these problems. The journey of players like Bharti Fulmali and Sahasra Panyala highlights the ongoing challenges and aspirations within Indian women's cricket.

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Mithali Raj Harmanpreet Kaur Shantha Rangaswamy Diana Edulji Jhulan Goswami Anjum Chopra Kathakali Banerjee Bharti Fulmali Pratik Ghogre Sandeep Gawande Sumedh Bilgi Sahasra Panyala Venkateshwar Reddy Panyala Jemimah Rodrigues Smriti Mandhana

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BCCI’s Response to Hardik Pandya’s Sexist Remarks Doesn’t Solve the Real Problem

11 Jan 2019  |  www.theswaddle.com  |  English  |  Public Apology

Cricket in India is deeply rooted in sexism, as evidenced by the treatment of female cricketers and the recent sexist remarks by Hardik Pandya on 'Koffee With Karan.' The BCCI's response, which includes a temporary ban for Pandya and K.L. Rahul, is criticized as a short-term solution that fails to address the underlying issues of sexism in the sport. The article calls for a more comprehensive approach to sensitizing players about these issues, as highlighted by cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle.

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Mithali Raj Hardik Pandya K.L. Rahul Karan Johar Vinod Rai Harsha Bhogle Anushka Sharma

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Shalini Gupta is a journalist based in Pondicherry, India. She has written features and news stories on education, life sciences, biotechnology and health for magazines and newspapers. She is open to assignments that explore the intersection between health, life sciences, business and their socio ...

India’s poor catching, captaincy under scanner after T20 World Cup exit

25 Oct 2023  |  Hindustan Times  |  English  |  Sports Leadership

India's performance in the T20 World Cup has raised questions about leadership and team dynamics, particularly under Harmanpreet Kaur's captaincy. Despite her success with Mumbai Indians, her inconsistency and strategic decisions during crucial matches have been criticized. The team's poor fielding, fitness, and lack of batting intent were highlighted as significant issues. Former captain Mithali Raj suggested a potential captaincy change, with Jemimah Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana as possible successors. The BCCI is urged to take decisive steps to enhance the national team's competitiveness in future ICC tournaments.

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Mithali Raj Harmanpreet Kaur Jemimah Rodrigues Smriti Mandhana Shafali Varma Amol Muzumdar Radha Yadav Richa Ghosh Yastika Bhatia

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Indian women's cricket needs more international games to mature; merely an IPL is not the answer

25 Jul 2017  |  www.firstpost.com  |  English  |  Cricket

India's women's cricket team narrowly missed winning their first Women's World Cup, losing to England. Despite the loss, the team showed potential, but captain Mithali Raj emphasized the need for more international matches rather than just a women's IPL. The article argues that consistent exposure to international cricket is crucial for gaining experience and handling pressure, highlighting the limited number of ODIs and Tests played by the Indian women's team since their debut in 1978. It suggests that an IPL could be beneficial for financial security and popularity, but it is not the sole solution for the team's challenges in high-pressure situations.

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Rajeshwari Gayakwad Mithali Raj Anya Shrubsole Karun Nair

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Karnataka's Sini Shetty Crowned Femina Miss India World 2022 Title At Grand Finale in Mumbai; Here's a List of All The Other Runners-Up of The Beauty Contest (See Pics)

03 Jul 2022  |  www.latestly.com  |  English  |  Entertainment

Sini Shetty from Karnataka was crowned Femina Miss India World 2022 at the grand finale held at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Rubal Shekhawat from Rajasthan and Shinata Chauhan from Uttar Pradesh were named first and second runners-up, respectively. The event featured a star-studded jury and performances by various actors. The pageant, conducted in a hybrid format due to the pandemic, involved a nationwide talent hunt and rigorous training for the finalists. The event was co-powered by brands like VLCC, Sephora, Moj, and Rajnigandha Pearls.

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Mithali Raj Sini Shetty Rubal Shekhawat Shinata Chauhan Neha Dhupia Dino Morea Malaika Arora Rohit Gandhi Rahul Khanna Shiamak Davar Kriti Sanon Lauren Gottlieb Ash Chandler Maniesh Paul

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17 Mar 2024  |  ThePrint  |  English  |  Women's Cricket

The article discusses the lack of recognition for women cricketers in India, particularly the absence of domestic tournaments named after them, unlike their male counterparts. It highlights the recent move by the BCCI to establish pay parity for women cricketers but argues that this is only a small step towards equality. The piece reflects on the contributions of veteran women cricketers from the 70s and 80s and criticizes the BCCI for discontinuing tournaments that were previously organized by the WCAI. It also mentions the inspiration that the men's World Cup drew from the women's World Cup and calls for greater acknowledgment of women's cricket history. The article includes opinions from former players Anjum Chopra and Purnima Rau on the importance of naming tournaments after women cricketers and the need for a democratic approach to such decisions.

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Mithali Raj Diana Edulji Shantha Rangaswamy Shubhangi Kulkarni Nilima Jogalekar Sudha Shah Sandhya Agarwal Anjum Chopra Gautam Gambhir Babar Azam Len Hutton Purnima Rau