The Indian women’s cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming ODI series against Ireland Women, with Smriti Mandhana set to lead the side. Deepti Sharma will serve as her deputy. The series, comprising three ODIs, will take place in Rajkot, India, from January 10 to 15. Experienced players Harmanpreet Kaur and Renuka Singh Thakur have been rested to manage their workload, creating opportunities for emerging talents. The squad features a balanced mix of senior players like Jemimah Rodrigues and Deepti Sharma, along with newcomers like Raghvi Bist and Minnu Mani. The Indian team will look to gain momentum ahead of the 2025 calendar, with a focus on player rotation and nurturing future stars. The series will be played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, with the first ODI scheduled for January 10.
