Defending champions Madhya Pradesh, hosts Odisha, Karnataka, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh have advanced to the quarterfinal stage of the Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026 after completing the league phase. The tournament progresses to the quarterfinals starting Tuesday.
In Bhubaneswar at the Hi-Tech Medical College Ground, Madhya Pradesh will play against Maharashtra, while Odisha will compete with Rajasthan. Simultaneously, at the KT Cricket Academy in Barunei (Khordha), Karnataka will face West Bengal in the morning, followed by Gujarat taking on Andhra Pradesh in the afternoon.
As the competition transitions to the knockout stage, the intensity is expected to rise, showcasing the exceptional skills, determination, and sportsmanship of India’s visually impaired women cricketers. The third day of the tournament witnessed impressive performances across venues in Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, and Khordha.
At Nimpur Cricket Ground, Cuttack, Rajasthan Women displayed a dominant batting show, scoring 230/1 and securing a 47-run victory over Kerala Women. In another match at the same venue, Madhya Pradesh Women achieved a comfortable nine-wicket win against Tamil Nadu Women, chasing the target in under nine overs.
At the KT Global School Ground, Khordha, Andhra Pradesh Women executed a flawless run chase, defeating Chandigarh Women by 10 wickets in the morning fixture. Later, Odisha Women continued their strong form by beating Bihar Women by eight wickets with a brisk chase.
In Bhubaneswar at the Hi-Tech Cricket Ground, Maharashtra Women controlled their game against Telangana Women, winning by 66 runs after posting 232 runs. West Bengal Women also secured an eight-wicket victory over Assam Women in the afternoon match, finishing the chase swiftly.
At the nearby Paramount Sporting Club in Bhubaneswar, Gujarat Women successfully chased down Jharkhand Women’s total to win by seven wickets. The day concluded with Karnataka Women posting the highest score on Day 3, defeating Delhi Women by 60 runs in a high-scoring encounter.
