In July 2017, the Indian Women’s Cricket Team burst into national consciousness after a seriesof scintillating performances in the World Cup. But, the story of women’s cricket in India is much older. From the days of pioneers like Diana Eduljee and Shantha Rangaswamy in the early ‘70s to the stars of today like Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur, the story of women’s cricket has gone through numerous twists and turns.
Despite the lack of administrative support, public apathy and funds crunch, women’s cricket has survived and continues to flourish. This first comprehensive history of the game in India maps its long and hard journey to success and popularity.

Review

The increased focus on womens cricket in recent times is welcome and a book on a subject less explored is a valuable addition to world cricket

As Indias First captain, it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that there is finally a book documenting our fun and adventurous journey of four decades and beyond. the book highlights the legends and the lesser--known names, and examines the finer elements of how women's cricket in India has gone through its share of ups and downs to be what it is today.