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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Mumbai's Ravindra Sante to lead India in Mixed Disability T20 Series in England
Ravindra Sante, the new captain of India's Pan Disability Team for England tour. Mumbai: Mumbai' seasoned allrounder Ravindra Sante will lead India's pan disability team in the seven-match T20 International series against England, scheduled to be held at premier venues across England from June 15 to July 3. This series is a historic first marking the debut of a pan-disability Indian cricket team on the international stage. The squad brings together athletes from diverse disability backgrounds, unified under one banner to represent the tricolour. Conducted in partnership with the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), this initiative marks a major milestone in the pursuit of inclusive and accessible sports. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'The Differently-abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) remains committed to this series is not only about competition—it is about empowerment, representation, and global recognition. Our players will take the field not only as athletes, but as ambassadors of resilience and unity,' said Ravi Chauhan, Gen Secretary, DCCI. 'I hope the BCCI supports our team in the same way that the England & Wales Cricket Board supports their pan disability team,' Chauhan added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Вот что поза во сне говорит о вашем характере! Удивительные Новости Undo In a landmark move, select matches will be staged as double-headers alongside marquee fixtures from England's mainstream cricket calendar. The match on 1 July, at Bristol, will share the day and venue with the England Women vs India Women international and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. 'This series is about redefining possibilities. Playing at Lord's – the Home of Cricket – is a cherished dream for any player. For our athletes, it is a milestone of pride and history in the making,' Chauhan said. Abhai Pratap Singh, Joint Secretary, DCCI, said, 'This is not just a team — it is a movement. These athletes stand as role models, proving what inclusion, determination, and teamwork can achieve.' Sumit Jain, Vice-President, DCCI said, 'This squad embodies the dreams of millions. Their journey is one of courage, purpose, and vision. We believe they will make India proud.' Rohit Jhalani, head coach of the side said, 'This team competes with the same passion and focus as any elite cricket squad. Their commitment is inspirational—they are ready for the world stage.' The team will undergo a training camp in Jaipur from 7th to 14th June. The camp will focus on physical conditioning, team cohesion, and strategic preparations ahead of the England series. India Men's Mixed Disability Squad: Ravindra Gopinath Sante (Captain) (PD) Vikrant Ravindra Keni (PD) Radhika Prasad (PD), Rajesh Irappa Kannur (PD, Yogendra Singh (Wicket-Keeper) Narendra Mangore (PD), Sai Akash (Deaf), Umar Ashraf (Deaf) Virendra Singh (Vice-Captain) (Deaf),.Sanju Sharma (Deaf), Abhishek Singh (Deaf), Vivek Kumar (Deaf), Vikas Ganeshkumar (ID), Praveen Nailwal (ID), Rishabh Jain (ID), Tarun (ID) Reserves: Majid Magray (PD), Kuldeep Singh (Deaf), Krishna Gowda (Deaf), Jithendra Nagaraju (PD) Disability Classifications: PD: Physical Disability, Deaf: Hearing Impaired, ID: Intellectual Disability Mixed Disability IT20 Series Schedule Saturday, 21 June – 1st IT20 – Taunton, 6:30 PM Monday, 23 June – 2nd IT20 – Wormsley, 5:00 PM Wednesday, 25 June – 3rd IT20 – Lord's, 3:30 PM Friday, 27 June – 4th IT20 – Worcester, 5:00 PM Sunday, 29 June – 5th IT20 – Worcester, 2:30 PM Tuesday, 1 July – 6th IT20 – Bristol, 2:00 PM Thursday, 3 July – 7th IT20 – Bristol, 6:30 PM Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Ravindra Sante, Rajesh Kannur lead India to 66-run win over Sri Lanka in 2nd match of bilateral T20 Cricket Series (Physical Disability Standing)
1 2 Jaipur: India powered to a convincing 66-run win over Sri Lanka in the second match of the historic Physical Disability (Standing) T20 Series at Kini Sports Arena in Bengaluru on Wednesday. Batting first, Team India continued their strong form. Rajesh Kannur set the tone with a composed 51 off 42 balls, while team captain Ravindra Sante led from the front with a brilliant spell, taking 4 wickets for just 13 runs in 3.2 overs earning him the Man of the Match award. Sri Lanka showed resilience through Shon Pesala's unbeaten 45 and Isuru Fernando stood out with the ball, claiming 2 wickets. Sqn Ldr Abhai Pratap Singh (Retd.), Joint Secretary, DCCI, remarked: "This series is redefining the standards of disability cricket. Wilspoke Sports and Entertainment's initiative is creating an exceptional platform for these talented cricketers." As the series unfolds, the level of competition and sportsmanship continues to elevate the profile of inclusive cricket. Indian Physical Disability cricket team head coach Rohit Jhalani and the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) General Secretary Ravi Chauhan have lauded the efforts of the entire squad for back-to-back victories. Brief Scores India: 189/6 in 20 overs (Rajesh Kannur 51 (42 balls); Isuru Fernando 2-35) beat Sri Lanka: 123/10 in 18.2 overs (Shon Pesala 45 not out (33 balls); Ravindra Sante 4-13). Result: India won by 66 runs Man of the Match: Ravindra Sante (Indian captain).
