Key Points

The Cricket Association for the Blind in India has launched a special 12-day coaching camp for visually impaired women cricketers. This intensive program prepares 56 top players for the inaugural Women's T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind in 2025. Indian cricketer Shubha Satheesh inaugurated the camp and expressed her full support for the initiative. The camp includes not just cricket training but also life skills development and digital literacy sessions.

Key Points: CABI Launches 12-Day Camp for 56 Visually Impaired Women Cricketers

  • 56 players selected from 16 states based on Women's National 2025 performance
  • Camp includes advanced cricket training and life skills development
  • Participants receive three-month stipend for preparation and education
  • Supported by NTT DATA through CSR program for digital literacy
  • Four teams formed: India Red, Blue, Yellow and Orange
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CABI launches 12-day coaching camp for India's top 56 visually impaired women cricketers

Cricket Association for the Blind in India launches intensive 12-day coaching camp for top 56 visually impaired women cricketers preparing for 2025 T20 World Cup.

"I stand in full support of Cricket for the Blind, and I urge everyone to come forward and support this remarkable initiative - Shubha Satheesh"

Bengaluru, Aug 26

Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled on Tuesday announced the launch of a 12-day intensive coaching camp to prepare India’s top 56 visually impaired women cricketers for the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind, scheduled for November 2025 across three venues - New Delhi, Kathmandu and Bengaluru.

Players - selected from 16 states based on their performance at the Women’s National 2025 - have been placed into four teams: India Red, India Blue, India Yellow and India Orange. All participants will also receive a three-month stipend to support their preparation and Higher Education Support.

The camp, supported by NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, was inaugurated at the Samarthanam Art Centre by Indian cricketer Shubha Satheesh.

“I feel truly humbled and privileged to be part of this event and to learn more about Cricket for the Blind. It was an honour to share the stage with these inspiring visually impaired cricketers, and I wholeheartedly wish them the very best for the upcoming World Cup. Cricket has always been my greatest passion and has given me everything in life. I stand in full support of Cricket for the Blind, and I urge everyone to come forward and support this remarkable initiative,” said Shubha.

The camp will deliver advanced cricket training along with life skills development, digital literacy, and financial literacy sessions.

Speaking at the event, Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar, chairman of CABI, said, “The stage is set for the qualification phase of the Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind. We thank NTT DATA, who have been our staunch supporters for many years, for championing this historic moment and empowering our players to showcase their skills, leadership, and resilience on the world stage.”

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great initiative by CABI and Samarthanam Trust. The inclusion of life skills and digital literacy along with cricket training shows they're thinking about the players' overall development. More corporates should come forward like NTT DATA.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked with differently-abled athletes, I can say this is exactly the kind of structured support system that creates champions. The 4-team structure will foster healthy competition. Well planned!
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Arjun K
Shubha Satheesh's involvement is really meaningful. When established cricketers support such initiatives, it brings much-needed visibility. Hope BCCI also steps up their support for blind cricket in India.
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Michael C
While this is a positive step, I hope the support continues beyond this camp. These athletes need sustained training facilities and regular competitions to maintain their skills. One-time camps are good but not enough.
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Neha E
️‍🦯 So proud of these women! Representing 16 states shows the depth of talent across India. The World Cup in 2025 will be historic. Let's all support our blind women cricketers - they're true inspirations! 💪

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