Women's T20 World Cup 2026: 5 Indian players to watch

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is starting June 12 in England, as 12 of the best teams in the world are ready to battle it out for the ultimate crown in the shortest format of the game. Team India, packed with an incredible mix of explosive youth and seasoned superstars, will be eager to script history on English soil.

With the conditions expected to test both skill and temperament, the Women in Blue have a few match-winners who can turn the game on its head on any given day.

As India gets ready for their high-stakes campaign, let's take a look at 5 Indian players who could completely dominate and shine at the Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Kranti Gaud

The 22-year-old Kranti Gaud will have the responsibility of Indian pace bowling on her shoulders. She has been with the Indian team for a year now in international cricket, and has played 11 matches.

In those matches, Kranti has picked up eight wickets with an economy rate of 8.39. The conditions in England will be suitable for her bowling, and will have to give her side a great side with the ball. In the recently concluded series against England, she was great with the ball, picking up four wickets in two matches.