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Sikkim Cricket Makes History: 5 Players in NE Zone Squad for BCCI Trophy

Sikkim has achieved a remarkable milestone in women's cricket with five players selected for the North East Zone squad. The selection marks the highest representation from any single state in the 15-member team. This achievement comes after detailed performance reviews from recent BCCI tournaments. The players will compete in the Inter Zonal T20 Trophy in Dimapur starting November 4.

Key Points: 5 Sikkim Players Selected in BCCI Women's T20 Trophy Squad

  • Five Sikkim players represent highest state representation in 15-member squad
  • Tournament scheduled in Dimapur from November 4-14, 2025-26 season
  • Selection based on performance review from BCCI women's tournaments
  • Sikkim's Sheril Lepcha appointed as North East Zone physio for first time
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5 Sikkim players selected in North East Zone Squad for BCCI Senior Women's Inter Zonal T20 Trophy

Sikkim dominates North East Zone selection with 5 players for BCCI Senior Women's Inter Zonal T20 Trophy in Dimapur, marking historic representation for the state.

"This is the first zonal call-up for Nandika and Priyanka - SICA Release"

New Delhi, October 23

The Sikkim Cricket Association (SICA) announced that five players from Sikkim have been included in the North East Zone squad for the upcoming BCCI Senior Women's Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025-26.

The tournament will be held in Dimapur, Nagaland, from November 4 to 14, as per a release from SICA.

The selected players, Nandika Kumari, Pranita Chettri, Primula Chettri, Priyanka Kurmi and Samayita Prodhan, represent the highest number of players from a single state in the 15-member North East Zone lineup.

This is the first zonal call-up for Nandika and Priyanka.

The selection was finalised by the Zonal Selection Committee in its meeting in Guwahati on October 21 after detailed deliberations and a review of performance from various BCCI Senior Women's tournaments held in the 2024-25 and ongoing 2025-26 seasons.

Likewise, Sheril Lepcha, the physiotherapist of the Sikkim Cricket Association, has been appointed as the Physio of the North East Zone side for the upcoming tournament for the first time.

The BCCI Senior Women's Inter-Zonal T20 Trophy, featuring top players from six zones --North, South, East, West, Central, and North East --serves as a platform for standout regional performers to showcase their skills at a higher level and earn recognition for national selection.

The President of Sikkim Cricket Association, Tika Subba, has extended his congratulations to all five players and the physio on their selection, and conveyed his best wishes to them and the North East Zone team for the upcoming tournament.

NEZ Squad: Nabam Abhi (Arunachal Pradesh), Nabam Yapu (Arunachal Pradesh), Kiran Bala Haorungbam (Manipur), Ranjita Koljam (Manipur), Lalrintell Pautu (Mizoram), Riticia Nongbet (Meghalaya), Debasmita Dutta (Meghalaya), Solina Jaba (Meghalaya), Najmeen Khatun (Nagaland), Vipeni (Nagaland), Nandika Kumari (Sikkim), Pranita Chettri (Sikkim), Primula Chettri (Sikkim), Priyanka Kurmi (Sikkim), Samayita Prodhan (Sikkim).

- ANI

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Arjun K
Finally the talent from smaller states getting recognition! Sikkim having 5 players in a 15-member squad shows how cricket is growing beyond traditional centers. Hope they perform well and get national team consideration.
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Rohit P
Great to see Nandika and Priyanka getting their first zonal call-up. The selection process seems fair - based on actual tournament performances. BCCI should continue this merit-based approach across all levels.
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Michael C
As someone who follows women's cricket globally, this is encouraging development. The inter-zonal tournaments are crucial for talent identification. Hope these players get proper facilities and coaching support.
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see representation from all Northeast states. However, I hope the infrastructure in Dimapur is up to international standards. Sometimes venues in smaller cities lack proper facilities for women athletes.
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Kavya N
Sheril Lepcha's appointment as physio is also noteworthy! Complete Sikkim representation. These opportunities will inspire many young girls in the hills to take up sports seriously. 👏

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