Andhra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Odisha enter semifinals of blind women’s cricket
Defending champions Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and hosts Odisha stormed into the semifinals of the Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026 with strong quarterfinal wins in Bhubaneswar and Khordha. The semifinals will be played on January 21
Bhubaneswar: Defending champions Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and hosts Odisha entered the semifinals of the Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026 with commanding performances in the quarterfinals on Day 5 of the competition.
With Tuesday’s matches, the tournament moved into the knockout phase, setting up two exciting semifinal clashes scheduled for Wednesday.
Played across venues in Bhubaneswar and Khordha, the quarterfinals witnessed fine performances, underlining the depth of talent and competitive spirit showcased by women cricketers with visual impairment from across the country.
At the Hitech Cricket Ground, Bhubaneswar, Madhya Pradesh Women delivered a dominant all-round performance, posting 201/1 in 20 overs. Their disciplined bowling restricted Maharashtra Women to 102/8, sealing a 99-run victory.
In another one-sided contest at KT Global School Ground, Khordha, Karnataka Women asserted their supremacy with a formidable 262/4. West Bengal Women were held to 128/8, as Karnataka cruised to a 134-run win.
In the afternoon session at Hitech Cricket Ground, hosts Odisha Women rose to the occasion, scoring 177/3. Their bowlers then kept Rajasthan Women in check at 116/9, clinching the match by 61 runs.
Completing the semifinal line-up, Andhra Pradesh Women showcased a clinical chase at KT Global School Ground. After restricting Gujarat Women to 132/3, Andhra Pradesh reached 133/2 in just 13.5 overs, registering an eight-wicket victory.
The semifinals are scheduled for January 21, 2026, at the Hitech Cricket Ground, Bhubaneswar:
Semifinal 1: Madhya Pradesh Women vs Andhra Pradesh Women
Semifinal 2: Karnataka Women vs Odisha Women
