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Tanaya Naik to Lead Goa in Women’s U-23 One Day Trophy

Tanisha Cardozo

Panaji: Goa’s women’s cricket continues to gain momentum as Tanaya Naik has been appointed captain of the state’s Under-23 team for the upcoming Women’s U-23 One Day Trophy 2025–26. The tournament will be held in Dehradun from March 3 to March 11, bringing together some of the most promising young cricketers from across the country.

Goa has been placed in Group E and will play five league matches in the competition. The team will begin its campaign against Hyderabad on March 3, followed by fixtures against Saurashtra (March 5), Chandigarh (March 7), Andhra (March 9), and Delhi (March 11).

The squad features a blend of emerging talent and consistent performers who have been making steady progress in domestic cricket. Leading the side, Tanaya Naik will shoulder the responsibility of guiding the team through a competitive tournament and setting the tone with both leadership and performance.

Squad:
Tanaya Naik (Captain), Harshita Yadav, Urvashi Govekar, Tanisha Gaikawad, Pooja Kalel, Presha Naik, Palak Arondekar, Savali Kolambkar, Metali Gawander, Nirmiti Khanvilkar, Vidika Sawant, Swarali Kasar, Siddhi Savase, Kimya Desai, Harshada Kadam, Mrunmayee Bhike, Shilpa Sharma.

With increasing focus on women’s cricket across India, tournaments like the Women’s U-23 One Day Trophy provide a crucial platform for young players to showcase their abilities and push for higher honours. For Goa, this tournament represents not just participation, but an opportunity to make a strong statement on the national stage.

As the team heads into the competition, expectations will be high, and all eyes will be on how these rising stars perform against some of the best young talent in Indian cricket.

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Goa Senior Women’s Cricket Team Clinch Victory Over Uttarakhand in T20 Trophy Opener

Tanisha Cardozo

The Goa Cricket Association’s Senior Women’s Team kicked off their campaign in the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy (Elite Group) 2025 with a remarkable victory over Uttarakhand by 13 runs. The match, which took place on Tuesday, saw a resilient Goa side deliver a well-rounded performance to defend a modest total of 121 and bowl out the opposition in the full 20 overs.

After being put in to bat, Goa posted 121/9 on the board, with a quickfire knock of 24 runs off just 11 balls from Purvaja Verlekar giving the innings a much-needed late push. Despite early setbacks, the team managed to string together vital contributions that helped them reach a competitive score.

In the second innings, Goa’s bowlers rose to the occasion with a disciplined and aggressive display. Tanaya Naik emerged as the star performer with the ball, finishing with figures of 4 wickets for 19 runs in just 3 overs, earning her the Player of the Match award. She was supported brilliantly by Shrey, who kept things tight and claimed 3 wickets for just 16 runs in her 4 overs.

Uttarakhand, despite a few solid individual efforts, could not build any lasting partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 108. Goa’s fielding and bowling unit maintained pressure throughout the chase, never letting the opposition gain momentum.

The Goa Cricket Association’s Managing Committee congratulated the Senior Women’s Team on this fantastic opening win and extended their best wishes for the rest of the tournament. This strong start not only boosts team morale but also signals Goa’s intent to make a deep run in this year’s competition.

With teamwork, discipline, and standout individual performances, the Goa Women’s Cricket Team is off to a flying start in the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy.