Cricket fans across India, the Senior Women’s Inter-Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 has wrapped up with West Zone Women claiming the title! In the final held at Sovima Cricket Ground, West Zone posted 169/4 in 20 overs, while North Zone Women managed 144/4, handing West Zone a 25-run victory. Humairaa Kaazi was named Player of the Match for her outstanding performance.
The tournament, played from November 4 to November 14, 2025, was hosted in Nagaland for the first time, marking a significant milestone for cricket in Northeast India. Matches were held at the scenic Nagaland Cricket Stadium and Sovima Cricket Ground.
This third edition of the domestic women’s T20 competition, which began in 2022, has become an important platform for India’s women cricketers. With East Zone as last year’s defending champions, West Zone’s win this year adds a fresh chapter to the tournament’s history.
In this post, we’ll cover all the match results, key performances, and highlights from the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 so you can catch up on all the action.
Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 – Complete Schedule
The tournament has 16 matches played over 11 days. All matches are being played at two venues in Nagaland. Here’s the complete schedule with dates and times in IST (Indian Standard Time):
| Date | Match No. | Match | Venue | Time (IST) | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 4 Nov | Match 1 | North Zone Women vs South Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 10:00 AM | North Zone Women won by 96 runs |
| Tue, 4 Nov | Match 2 | North East Zone Women vs West Zone Women | Sovima Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM | West Zone Women won by 126 runs |
| Tue, 4 Nov | Match 3 | Central Zone Women vs East Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | Central Zone Women won by 40 runs |
| Thu, 6 Nov | Match 4 | East Zone Women vs North East Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 10:00 AM | East Zone Women won by 9 wickets |
| Thu, 6 Nov | Match 5 | North Zone Women vs West Zone Women | Sovima Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM | Cancelled |
| Thu, 6 Nov | Match 6 | Central Zone Women vs South Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | South Zone Women won by 44 runs |
| Sat, 8 Nov | Match 7 | East Zone Women vs North Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 10:00 AM | North Zone Women won by 3 runs |
| Sat, 8 Nov | Match 8 | Central Zone Women vs North East Zone Women | Sovima Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM | Central Zone Women won by 7 wickets |
| Sat, 8 Nov | Match 9 | South Zone Women vs West Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | West Zone Women won by 4 runs |
| Mon, 10 Nov | Match 10 | North East Zone Women vs South Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 10:00 AM | South Zone Women won by 38 runs |
| Mon, 10 Nov | Match 11 | Central Zone Women vs North Zone Women | Sovima Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM | North Zone Women won by 6 wickets |
| Mon, 10 Nov | Match 12 | East Zone Women vs West Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | West Zone Women won by 7 wickets |
| Wed, 12 Nov | Match 13 | Central Zone Women vs West Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 10:00 AM | Central Zone Women beat West Zone Women by 24 runs |
| Wed, 12 Nov | Match 14 | East Zone Women vs South Zone Women | Sovima Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM | East Zone Women beat South Zone Women by 6 runs |
| Wed, 12 Nov | Match 15 | North East Zone Women vs North Zone Women | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | North Zone Women beat North East Zone Women by 129 runs |
| Fri, 14 Nov | Final | TBA | Nagaland Cricket Stadium | 3:00 PM | West Zone Women beat North Zone Women by 25 runs |
Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 Teams and Squads
Six zonal teams are competing in this tournament. Each zone has selected the best women cricketers from their region. Let’s meet all the teams:
1. East Zone (Defending Champions)
East Zone won the trophy last year in 2023. They are the team to beat this season! They have a strong squad with talented batters, bowlers, and all-rounders.
The team has players like Saika Ishaque, who is a great spinner, and Titas Sadhu, who bowls fast and accurately. They will be very confident coming into this tournament.
Squad: Mita Paul (c), Ashwani Kumari (vc), Priyanka Luthra, Dhara Gujjar, Tanushree Sarkar, Rashmi Gudhia (wk), Jintimani Kalita, Rashmi Dey, Tanmayee Behera, Sushree Dibyadarshini, Titas Sahu, Saika Ishaque, Arti Kumari, Mamta Paswan, Priyanka Acharjee.
2. Central Zone
Central Zone were the first winner of this tournament in 2022. They know how to handle pressure and win big matches. They have a well-balanced team with both experienced and young players.
Their team has good depth in batting and bowling. Players like Anushka Sharma and Nandini Kashyap bring important experience to the squad.
Squad: Nuzhat Parween (C & WK), Nikita Singh (VC), Simran Dilbahadur, Neha Badwaik, Anushka Sharma, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shuchi Upadhyay, Ananya Dubey, Mona Meshram, Suman Meena, Disha Kasat, Sampada Dixit, Anjali Singh, Amisha Bahukhandi, Nandani Kashyap (WK)
3. West Zone
West Zone has been the runner-up twice! In 2022 and 2023, they came so close but couldn’t win the final. This time, they will be extra motivated to go all the way and lift the trophy.
They have some big names in their squad. Jemimah Rodrigues is a star player who has played for India many times. Radha Yadav is an excellent spinner. With such talent, West Zone is a strong contender.
Squad: Anuja Patil (c), Sayali Satghare (vc), Poonam Khemnar, Dharani Thappetla, Tejal Hasabnis, Saima Thakor, Humairaa Kazi, Ira Jadhav, Kiran Navgire, Amrita Joseph, Kesha Patel, Arshia Dhariwal, Umeshwari Jethva (wk), Simran Patel, Ishita Khale.
4. North Zone
North Zone has a powerful squad filled with aggressive players. They have Shafali Verma, one of the most exciting young talents in Indian cricket. She opens the batting and can score runs very quickly.
The team also has experienced players like Harleen Deol and Taniya Bhatia. Their mix of youth and experience makes them dangerous opponents for any team.
Squad: Shafali Verma (c), Shweta Sehrawat (vc), Deeya Yadav, Ayushi Soni, Taniya Bhatia (wk), SM Singh, Bharti Rawal, Bawandeep Kour, Mannat Kashyap, Amandeep Kaur, Komalpreet Kour, Ananya Sharma, Soni Yadav, Nazma, Nandini
5. South Zone
South Zone represents the cricket-loving states of South India. They have a balanced team with good players in all departments.
Players like S Meghana and Sajana S bring valuable experience. The team has talented youngsters too who are eager to make their mark in this tournament.
Squad: Niki Prasad (c), Sabbineni Meghana (vc), Kamalini G (wk), Vrinda Dinesh, Yuvashri K, Asha Sobhana, Challuru Prathyusha, Pranavi Chandra, Sahana Pawar, Sayali Anil Lonkar, Madiwala Mamatha (wk), Sajana Sajeevan, Monica Patel, Shabnam Shakil, Anusha Sundaresan
6. North East Zone
North East Zone is the home team! They will have the advantage of playing in front of their own fans in Nagaland. The crowd support can make a big difference.
This is a great opportunity for the team to showcase the cricket talent in Northeast India. They will be motivated to perform well on their home ground.
Squad: Debasmita Dutta (c), Nabam Yapu (vc), Kiranbala Haorungbam, Lalrinfeli Pautu, Riticia Nongbet, Najmeen Khatun (wk), Samayita Pradhan, Priyanka Kurmi, Vipeni, Nandika Kumari, Nabam Abhi, Pranita Chettri, Solina Jaba, Primula Chettri, Ranjita Koijam
About the Venues
Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Sovima
This is the main venue for the tournament. The final match will also be played here on November 14. The stadium is located in Sovima, Nagaland.
This is a special moment for Nagaland cricket. Hosting such a big BCCI tournament shows that cricket is growing in Northeast India. The local fans are very excited to watch top women cricketers play in their home state!
Sovima Cricket Ground
This is the second venue hosting matches. It’s also located in Sovima, making it easy for fans to travel between venues.
Both venues are prepared with good facilities for players and spectators. The grounds are in good condition for exciting T20 cricket!
Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025: Where to Watch
Unfortunately, there won’t be any broadcast of the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 on any TV channels. There is also no official live streaming available on any platform.
This is disappointing for cricket fans who want to watch these talented women cricketers play. Hopefully, in future editions, BCCI will arrange for live coverage.
Even though you can’t watch live, you can still follow the tournament:
- Live Scores: Visit bcci.tv for live scores and ball-by-ball updates
- Match Highlights: BCCI may post match highlights after games
- Team News: Get squad updates and player information on bcci.tv
- Real-time Updates: Follow official BCCI social media for quick updates
- Match Results: Check complete scorecards after each match
If you’re in Nagaland or nearby areas, you can visit the stadiums and watch the matches live! Entry details can be checked with local cricket associations.
Why This Tournament is Important
The Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy is very important for Indian women’s cricket. Here’s why:
1. Provides Competitive Matches: Women cricketers get to play high-quality competitive matches. This helps them improve their skills and gain experience.
2. Pathway to National Team: BCCI selectors watch these matches carefully. Players who perform well can get selected for India A teams or even the senior Indian women’s cricket team.
3. Equal Opportunity: The tournament gives equal opportunity to players from all parts of India – North, South, East, West, Central, and Northeast.
4. Zonal Representation: Players feel proud representing their zone. This creates healthy competition and brings out the best in everyone.
5. Develops Cricket Culture: When such tournaments are held in places like Nagaland, it inspires young girls in that region to take up cricket seriously.
6. Builds Player Database: BCCI can identify talented players from different zones and track their progress over the years.
What Makes This Tournament Special?
- First Time in Nagaland: This is historic! Nagaland is hosting a major BCCI tournament for the first time. This shows that cricket is truly spreading across all parts of India.
- Northeast Representation: The North East Zone team gets to play in their home state. This will inspire many young girls in Northeast India to take up cricket.
- Competitive Balance: With teams like East Zone (defending champions), Central Zone (first champions), and West Zone (twice runners-up) all competing, the tournament is wide open. Any team can win!
- Platform for Young Talent: Many young players are getting their first taste of high-level competitive cricket. This experience is invaluable for their development.
- Two Quality Venues: Having two venues means more matches can be scheduled efficiently, and fans get to enjoy cricket at different grounds.
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Conclusion: West Zone Women Won the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025
The Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025, held from November 4 to November 14 in Nagaland, concluded with West Zone Women lifting the trophy. After being runners-up twice before, West Zone finally claimed the title, defeating North Zone Women by 25 runs in the final at Sovima Cricket Ground. Humairaa Kaazi was named Player of the Match for her stellar performance.
The tournament featured six competitive zones, East, West, Central, North, South, and North East, all showcasing excellent talent and giving fans plenty to cheer for. West Zone’s win adds a new chapter to this important domestic women’s T20 competition, which started in 2022.
Even without live TV coverage, fans followed the action through live scores on bcci.tv, celebrating women’s cricket and supporting their zones across India.
FAQs
The tournament started on November 4, 2025 and will end on November 14, 2025.
Six teams are playing: East Zone, Central Zone, West Zone, North Zone, South Zone, and North East Zone.
All matches are being played in Nagaland at two venues – Nagaland Cricket Stadium and Sovima Cricket Ground in Sovima.
East Zone are the defending champion. They won the 2023 edition.
The Central Zone and the East Zone have won one title each. Central Zone won in 2022, and East Zone won in 2023.
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