Amol Muzumdar discusses future of specialist T20I squad for India women
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 4:22 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Amol Muzumdar, head coach of the Indian women's cricket team, indicated a potential formation of a specialist T20I squad. Speaking at an event on October 31, he noted that the team's T20I performance needs improvement after being eliminated in the league stage of the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups. Muzumdar expressed optimism regarding the next generation of players, who are better prepared for T20 cricket, particularly in fitness and skill areas. He emphasized the importance of a positive team atmosphere in enhancing performance and noted his appreciation for former captain Harmanpreet Kaur while expressing excitement about working with new captain Smriti Mandhana.
- •Muzumdar hints at a specialist T20I squad for the India women's team.
- •India women were ousted in the league stage of two recent T20 World Cups.
- •Muzumdar cites emerging talent from the Centre of Excellence.
- •Focus on player development includes fitness, nutrition, and fielding.
- •Muzumdar looks forward to working with Smriti Mandhana as captain.
- 4:22 PMYahoo Sports — Amol Muzumdar hints at specialist T20I squad for India women: 'Not long'
"Head coach Amol Muzumdar believes India could soon have a specialist T20I squad, similar to the men's team, with the next generation of cricketers better equipped to meet the demands of the format. Asked how soon that could become a reality, Muzumdar replied: “Not long.”
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