India Marks 50 Years of Women's Test Cricket with Historic Commemoration
India marked 50 years since its women's cricket team played its first official Test match against the West Indies on October 31, 1976, at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The milestone honors pioneering players like captain Shantha Rangaswamy and leg-spinner Shubhangi Kulkarni, who made significant contributions despite limited resources. Since then, women's cricket in India has evolved with increased professional opportunities, including the Women's Premier League. The BCCI commemorated the anniversary by sharing the historic first playing XI, celebrating the sport's growth and legacy.
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