5 Indian women cricketers who could become the next big names

Indian women's cricket has seen a steady stream of young talent emerge through domestic competitions, the WPL and international assignments in 2026. Several uncapped or recently capped players have made strong impressions at various levels of the game. With the Indian side constantly looking to build on past success and keep the teams fresh and raring to go in all competitions and formats, five players in particular have caught the eye through their performances in the WPL, domestic T20 tournaments and early international appearances. Here is a look at each of them. 1. Anushka Sharma Anushka Sharma.