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Time of India
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Historic India versus England Mixed Disability T20 Cricket Series starts in England on June 21
Jaipur: History will be made when the first-ever mixed disability T20 series between India and England starts in England on Saturday (June 21) at Taunton, the home of Somerset County Cricket Club. During the landmark seven-match T20Is tour, the teams will also play a match at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on June 25. Led by Mumbai's Ravindra Gopinath Sante, India's mixed disability team arrived in London for the tour on June 15. The 16-member team, picked by the Differently abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), has prepared for the series by playing three practice matches against the England Lions Mixed Disability team at the Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club in Exeter. Virendra Singh is the vice-captain of the team, while the team's head coach is former Rajasthan captain Rohit Jhalani. Before travelling to England, the Indian team had a week-long preperatory camp at the Jaipuria Cricket Academy ground in Jaipur. The team comprises six deaf, six physical disability and four intellectual disability players. This format has been approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo "We thank the English Cricket Board and the BCCI for providing us with all the facilities which are given to the international players for this tour. We are playing all our matches on this tour on the first-class ground of England," said Ravi Chauhan, general secretary of the DCCI. "Our preparations have been good. We are looking forward to an exciting series, which will raise the profile of mixed disability cricket," said Abhay Pratap Singh, Jt. Secretary, DCCI. In a first incident, all the seven matches of the series will be streamed live on Sony Liv. "As the BCCI secretary, Jay Shah provided us with complete support from the BCCI. We wish that as the ICC Chair, he would support this format too," Ravi Chauhan said. Before the first match at Taunton, both the teams will hold a two-minute silence and wear black armbands to pay their respects to the victims of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. The highlight of the tour will, of course, be the third T20I at Lord's on June 25, giving India's mixed disability team the rare honour of competing at the iconic 'Home of Cricket.' The date and the venue both make for a tremendous coincidence- 42 years back, India, led by the legendary Kapil Dev, had clinched the 1983 World Cup on June 25 at Lord's in 1983. June 25 is incidentally celebrated as the 'World Mixed Disability Day.' The other standout fixture of the tour is scheduled for July 1 in Bristol, where the Indian mixed disability team will play their English counterparts, followed by a T201 between the women's teams of India and England in a double-header. The Bristol match will be shown live on Sky Sports, stated Ravikant Chauhan, general secretary, Differently Abled Cricket Council Of India (DCCI) BCCI Member, Differently Abled Cricket Committee.
India Gazette
20-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India vs England Mixed Disability T20 Series to start in England
Taunton [UK], June 20 (ANI): History will be made when the first-ever mixed disability T20 series between India and England starts in England on Saturday at Taunton, the home of Somerset County Cricket Club. During the landmark seven-match T20ls tour, the teams will also a match at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on June 25, according to a release from DCCI. Led by Mumbai's Ravindra Gopinath Sante, India's mixed disability team arrived in London for the tour on June 15. The 16-member team, picked by the Differently-abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), has prepared for the series by playing three practice matches against the England Lions Mixed Disability team at the Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club in Exeter. Virendra Singh is the vice-captain of the team, while the teams head coach is former Rajasthan captain Rohit Jhalani. The team comprises six deaf, six physical disability and four intellectual disability players. This format has been approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC). 'We thank the English Cricket Board and the BCCI for providing us with all the facilities which are given to the international players for this tour. We are playing all our matches on this tour on the first-class grouns of England,' said Ravi Chauhan general secretary of the DCCI, as quoted from a release by DCCI. 'Our preparations have been good. We are looking forward to an exciting series, which wil raise the profile of mixed disability cricket,' said Abhay Pratap Singh, Jt. Secretary, DSSI. 'As the BCCI secretary, Jay Shah provided us with complete support from the BCCI. We wish that as the ICC Chair, he would support this format too,' Chauhan said. Before the first match at Taunton, both the teams will hold a two-minute silence and wear black armbands to pay their respects to the victims of the Air India plane crash in Ahemdabad on June 12. The highlight of the tour will, of course, be the third T201 at Lord's on June 25, giving India's mixed disability team the rare honour of competing at the iconic 'Home of Cricket.' The date and the venue both make for a tremendous coincidence- 42 years back, India, led by the legendary Kapil Dev, had clinched the 1983 World Cup on June 25 at Lord's in 1983. June 25 is incidentally celebrated as the 'World Mixed Disability Day.' The other standout fixture of the tour is scheduled for July 1 in Bristol, where the Indian mixed disability team will play their English counterparts, followed by a T20I between the women's teams of India and England in a double-header. (ANI)
India Gazette
10-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Men's Mixed Disability Cricket Team prepares for England tour; DCCI lauds Jay Shah's support
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 10 (ANI: General secretary of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), Ravikant Chauhan, has extended gratitude to ICC Chairman Jay Shah for his support and commitment towards the growth of disability cricket in India. The Indian Men's Mixed Disability Cricket Team has commenced its preparatory training camp in Jaipur ahead of their seven-match T20I series against England, which begins on June 21. On the sidelines of the training camp, DCCI secretary thanked Jay Shah and the BCCI for their continued support, from providing official merchandise to uplifting India's Mixed Disability Team. According to a release, Chauhan said disability cricket had little support for several decades but as soon as Jay Shah became BCCI secretary, 'he listened to us, saw our hard work and helped us'. 'Now Indian team is ready to play at Lord's,' he said. 'BCCI is taking care of all the things as India gets ready to play against England in the Mixed Disability Cricket series. We might also get big support from ICC in the future and I would like to thank Jay Shah ji for his continued support,' he added. As part of their continued support, the BCCI has also provided Kookaburra balls for the team's training and match preparation. Indian captain Ravindra Gopinath Sante said, 'Wearing the Indian jersey and preparing to play at historic venues like Lord's is a dream come true. We are determined to give our best and make the country proud.' Indian vice captain Virender Singh said, 'Thanks to the efforts of DCCI and the support from BCCI, we feel seen, valued, and ready to prove ourselves on the world stage.' As part of the training camp in Jaipur, the players are engaging in intensive batting and bowling drills in the nets, honing their techniques and match awareness. Coaches, including Head Coach Rohit Jhalani, is guiding the players to help them prepare for the challenges, the release said. Organised by the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), the camp is being held at the Jaipuria Cricket Academy from June 8 to 13. All selected players have arrived in Jaipur and are undergoing intensive sessions focused on physical fitness, match preparedness, and team synergy under the guidance of experienced coaches. Speaking on the sidelines of the training camp, head coach Rohit Jhalani said, 'This training camp is crucial for our preparations. The players are focused, determined, and ready to represent India against England in the series.' The Mixed Disability Vitality T20I series will begin on June 21, 2025, in Taunton at 6:30 pm, followed by the second T20I on June 23 in Wormsley at 5 pm. The series concludes with the seventh T20I on July 3 at 6:30 pm in Bristol. Full squad Ravindra Gopinath Sante (Captain) (PD), Virender Singh (Vice-Captain) (Deaf), Radhika Prasad (PD), Rajesh Irappa Kannur (PD), Yogendra Singh (Wicket-Keeper), Narendra Mangore (PD), Vikrant Ravindra Keni (PD), Sai Akash (Deaf), Umar Ashraf (Deaf), Sanju Sharma (Deaf), Abhishek Singh (Deaf), Vivek Kumar (Deaf), Vikas Ganeshkumar (ID), Praveen Nailwal (ID), Rishabh Jain (ID), Tarun (ID), Majid Magray (PD) (Reserve), Kuldeep Singh (Deaf) (Reserve), Krishna Gowda (Deaf) (Reserve), Jithendra Nagaraju (PD) (Reserve). (ANI)
India Today
30-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
India announce squad for historic mixed disability IT20 Series in England
The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) named the Indian men's mixed disability squad for a landmark seven-match T20 International Series against England, scheduled for June and July 2025 at premier venues across the historic tour marks the international debut of India's pan-disability cricket team - bringing together athletes with physical, hearing, and intellectual disabilities. It is a powerful testament to India's commitment to inclusive sports and is being held in collaboration with the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB).advertisementAs part of the team's preparation, a national training camp will be held in Jaipur from 7 to 14 June, with a strong focus on physical fitness, strategic planning, and building team synergy ahead of the tour. The series represents more than competition - it stands as a celebration of empowerment, representation, and national pride. DCCI remains dedicated to advancing equality, dignity, and opportunity through a progressive step towards mainstream integration, select fixtures will be staged as Double Headers alongside major matches in England's cricket the 6th T20I on Tuesday, 1 July in Bristol will be held alongside the England Women vs India Women international match, with live broadcast coverage on Sky Sports - underscoring a strong message of visibility, parity, and respect for athletes with the Indian squad is Mr. Ravindra Gopinath Sante, a seasoned cricketer known for his discipline and inspiring Ravikant Chauhan, General Secretary, DCCI, said, 'This series is about redefining possibilities. Playing at Lord's – the Home of Cricket - is a dream for any cricketer. For our players, it's a symbol of history and pride. We hope the BCCI extends its support to our team, just as the ECB supports their pan-disability squad.'Mr. Abhai Pratap Singh, Joint Secretary, DCCI 'This is not just a team - it's a movement. These athletes are role models for what inclusion, determination, and unity can achieve.'Mr. Sumit Jain, Vice-President, DCCI, said, 'This squad represents the hopes of millions. Their journey is about courage, purpose, and vision. We are confident they will make India proud.'Mr. Rohit Jhalani, Head Coach (Former Rajasthan Ranji Captain), said, 'This team competes with the intensity of any elite squad. Their focus and passion are unmatched - they're ready for the international arena.'Mr. Santosh Kumar Rai, Coach (Deaf Team), said, 'Integrating deaf athletes with other disability categories is a milestone. This team's unity and discipline will leave a global mark.'India mixed disability squad for England IT20I seriesadvertisementRavindra 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 ClassificationsPD: Physical Disability, Deaf: Hearing Impaired, ID: Intellectual DisabilityMixed Disability Vitality IT20 Series – ScheduleSaturday, 21 June – 1st IT20 – Taunton, 6:30 PMMonday, 23 June – 2nd IT20 – Wormsley, 5:00 PMWednesday, 25 June – 3rd IT20 – Lord's, 3:30 PMFriday, 27 June – 4th IT20 – Worcester, 5:00 PMSunday, 29 June – 5th IT20 – Worcester, 2:30 PMTuesday, 1 July – 6th IT20 – Bristol, 2:00 PM (Double Header)Thursday, 3 July – 7th IT20 – Bristol, 6:30 PM
India Gazette
29-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India announces squad for Mixed Disability IT20 series in England
New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) announced the Indian men's Mixed Disability Squad for the landmark 7-match T20 International Series against England, set to take place at premier venues across England in June 2025 and July 2025. This series marks a historic debut for India's pan-disability cricket team on the international stage. Bringing together players from physical, hearing, and intellectual disability backgrounds, this team reflects India's inclusive sporting spirit. Conducted in partnership with the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the tour is a defining step towards global visibility and accessibility in sports. DCCI remains steadfast in its commitment to equality, dignity, and opportunity. This is more than a cricket series--it celebrates empowerment, representation, and national pride. In a progressive move, select matches will be played as Double Headers alongside key fixtures in England's mainstream cricket calendar. The sixth IT20 July 1, in Bristol will share the stage with the England Women vs India Women international--broadcast live on Sky Sports. This moment affirms a powerful message of visibility, parity, and respect for athletes with disabilities. Ravindra Gopinath Sante, a seasoned cricketer known for his discipline and leadership, has been appointed captain of the Indian squad. 'This series is about redefining possibilities. Playing at Lord's - the Home of Cricket - is a dream for any cricketer. For our players, it's a symbol of history and pride. We hope the BCCI extends its support to our team, just as the ECB supports their pan-disability squad,' said Ravikant Chauhan, General Secretary, DCCI. 'This is not just a team--it's a movement. These athletes are role models for what inclusion, determination, and unity can achieve,' said Abhai Pratap Singh, Joint Secretary, DCCI. 'This squad represents the hopes of millions. Their journey is about courage, purpose, and vision. We are confident they will make India proud,' said Sumit Jain, Vice-President, DCCI. Rohit Jhalani, Head Coach (Former Rajasthan Ranji Captain) said, 'This team competes with the intensity of any elite squad. Their focus and passion are unmatched--they're ready for the international arena.' Santosh Kumar Rai, Coach (Deaf Team) said, 'Integrating deaf athletes with other disability categories is a milestone. This team's unity and discipline will leave a global mark.' A national training camp will be held in Jaipur from June 7 to June 14. It will focus on physical fitness, strategy, and team synergy in preparation for the England tour. 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 Vitality IT20 Series - Schedule * 21st June - 1st IT20 - Taunton, 6:30 PM * 23rd June - 2nd IT20 - Wormsley, 5:00 PM * 25th June - 3rd IT20 - Lord's, 3:30 PM * 27th June - 4th IT20 - Worcester, 5:00 PM * 29th June - 5th IT20 - Worcester, 2:30 PM * 1st July - 6th IT20 - Bristol, 2:00 PM (Double Header) * 3rd July - 7th IT20 - Bristol, 6:30 PM.(ANI)
