Bengaluru: The NTT DATA Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2025 has reached its decisive stage, with India Red and India Orange entering the grand finale. The tournament, organised by the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) in collaboration with Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled and supported by NTT DATA, is a landmark initiative to identify the country’s top 16 women cricketers for the inaugural Women’s T20 Blind World Cup this November in New Delhi, Kathmandu, and Bengaluru.

Day 3 match highlights

India Red vs India Yellow

In the first clash of the day, India Red successfully chased down 134 runs to secure their place in the final. Captain Deepika T C led from the front with a commanding 62 off 55 balls (B3), supported by Anekha Thakur’s 47 off 40 balls (B2). Their solid partnership ensured a comfortable chase for India Red. Deepika was named Player of the Match for her captain’s knock.

India Orange vs India Blue

The second encounter saw India Orange dominate with the bat, putting up a formidable 206/3 in 20 overs. Star batter Simu Das smashed 114 off 72 balls (B1), while skipper Ganga Kadam contributed with a fluent 55 off 47 balls (B3). However, rain interrupted India Blue’s innings at 23/1, leading to the match being declared abandoned. India Orange advanced to the final based on their superior performance and points tally.

The road to the final

The tournament has showcased the determination and skill of visually impaired women cricketers from across the country. The grand finale between India Red and India Orange is set for Thursday, September 4, 2025, promising an electrifying contest between two in-form sides.

Beyond the boundary

More than just cricket, the NTT DATA-backed initiative has been instrumental in empowering players off the field. Participants receive training in life skills, digital literacy, financial literacy, stipends, and higher education support, ensuring holistic development and long-term impact.

As excitement builds for the final, the tournament continues to inspire a new generation of women athletes, proving that cricket for the blind is not just a game—it is a movement of resilience, equality, and empowerment.