Trailblazers Women – WPL Cricket Team

About the Team

The Trailblazers were one of the three women's T20 teams that competed in the Women's T20 Challenge, a short-format tournament organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) before the launch of the full-fledged Women’s Premier League (WPL). The team was known for its strong all-round performances, exciting young talent, and leadership under Indian stars.

Captain: Smriti Mandhana

Coach: Sunetra Paranjpe

Detailed Bio

The Trailblazers were an Indian women’s cricket team that participated in the Women’s T20 Challenge, which served as the precursor to the Women’s Premier League (WPL). Founded in 2018, the team was captained by Smriti Mandhana, one of India’s most prominent cricketers. The Trailblazers won the 2020 Women’s T20 Challenge by defeating Supernovas in the final, showcasing dominant performances from players like Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, and Salma Khatun. The team stood out for its balanced combination of Indian and international talent, and played a crucial role in promoting women’s T20 cricket in India during its formative years.

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India

Founded: 2018

Achievements & Records

1 Title in 2020

Finalist Appearance 1 time in 2018

Winners in 2020

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