Indian Men's Blind Cricket Team Jersey Ahead of Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026, Squad Announced

CBRE, in association with the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), unveiled the official jersey of the Indian men's blind cricket team ahead of the second Men's Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026.

The launch took place at CBRE Ek Pehal 2026: Beyond Boundaries, Sports Excellence, Inclusion & Empowerment at The St. Regis Mumbai.

The event also recognised the achievements and contributions of India's men's and women's blind cricket teams, celebrating their role in promoting sporting excellence, inclusion and empowerment. Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane was also present at the jersey launch event.

CABI, the cricketing arm of Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, has been instrumental in supporting blind cricket and providing visually impaired athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest level.

The jersey unveiling marks an important moment for the Indian men's team as they prepare for the upcoming continental tournament in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The second Men's Blind Cricket Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from November 15 to 20, 2026.

The initiative reflects the growing emphasis on inclusive sporting opportunities and recognition for athletes with disabilities. Through its association with CABI, CBRE aims to support the visibility of blind cricket and celebrate the determination, talent and achievements of its players.

India squad for Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026

India have announced a 17-member squad for the second Men's Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in Dhaka. The squad features players across B1, B2 and B3 visual impairment categories, including Naresh Tumda, Sanjay Kumar Shah, Rambir Singh, Sunil Ramesh and Dinesh Rathva. The team will undergo preparations ahead of the continental tournament, where India will aim to build on their success in the inaugural 2016 edition. The selection followed a coaching and assessment camp involving 24 probables.

India Squad

Naresh Tumda (B1), Sanjay Kumar Shah (B1), Debaraj Behera (B1), Ashok Reddy (B1), Praveen Kumar Sharma (B1), Mukesh Kumar Rawat (B1), Dunna Venkateshwararao (B2), Rambir Singh (B2), Lokesha (B2), Manish Kumar (B2), Nakula Badanayak (B2), Durga Rao Tompaki (B3), Sunil Ramesh (B3), Sukhram Majhi (B3), A Ravi (B3), Dinesh Rathva (B3), Deepak (B3).