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29 Teams Set to Battle in U-17 Girls National Cricket Championship
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 07:49 AM
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A record 29 regional teams will contest the Under‑17 Girls National Cricket Championship, marking a significant boost for women's cricket development in India.
The Under-17 Girls National Cricket Championship is slated to feature 29 teams from across the country, the highest participation recorded for the age‑group tournament so far.
Organisers highlighted that the expanded field reflects growing interest among young female cricketers and aims to provide a broader platform for talent identification.
The championship is expected to serve as a stepping stone for aspiring players, offering them exposure to competitive cricket and the chance to catch the attention of national selectors.
Organisers highlighted that the expanded field reflects growing interest among young female cricketers and aims to provide a broader platform for talent identification.
The championship is expected to serve as a stepping stone for aspiring players, offering them exposure to competitive cricket and the chance to catch the attention of national selectors.