New Delhi, 22 April 2026: The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) on April 22, 2026, unveiled the new Team India jersey for the upcoming 2-ODI and 3-T20I Deaf Cricket Series (India vs South Africa) set to take place at Sinoville Cricket Club, Pretoria, South Africa, from April 25 to May 2, 2026.
The unveiling ceremony was conducted in the presence of IDCA Support Partners, IDCA board members, and the Indian Deaf Cricket Team participating in this prestigious tournament.
Squad – India Deaf Team: – Virender Singh – Captain (Delhi), Sai Akash (Tamil Nadu) – Vice Captain, Hilal Wani (Jammu & Kashmir), R Yashwanth Naidu (Andhra Pradesh), Santosh Kumar Mohapatra (Odisha), Umar Ashraf (Jammu & Kashmir) – Wicketkeeper, Sanith Shetty (Karnataka), Sudarsun E (Tamil Nadu), Pranil More (Mumbai), Kuldeep Singh (Haryana), Vivek Kumar (Haryana), Aman Chouksey (Madhya Pradesh), Sibun Nanda (Odisha), Deepak Lamba (Haryana) – Wicketkeeper.
Support Staff: – Dev Dutt – Head Coach, Susheel Gupta – Coach, Ravikant Bhatt – Coach Batting, Gauri Shankar Garg – Manager & Sharad Mudgal – Interpreter (ISL).
Tour Schedule – India vs South Africa Deaf Series
| S. No. | Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 1. | 25-04-2026 | Net Practice & Training | Pretoria, South Africa | 1:00 PM |
| 2. | 26-04-2026 | 1st ODI | Pretoria, South Africa | 1:00 PM |
| 3. | 28-04-2026 | 2nd ODI | Pretoria, South Africa | 1:00 PM |
| 4. | 30-04-2026 | 1st T20I | Pretoria, South Africa | 2:30 PM |
| 5. | 01-05-2026 | 2nd T20I | Pretoria, South Africa | 2:30 PM |
| 6. | 02-05-2026 | 3rd T20I | Pretoria, South Africa | 2:30 PM |
Statements
Roma Balwani, CEO, IDCA –
“The 2 ODI & 3-T20I Deaf Cricket Series is an excellent platform to promote sports among specially abled athletes. Our team is elated to represent India. We are all set for the championship and look forward to our players proving their mettle on the pitch. We extend heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors, support partners, corporates, and CSR teams for their unwavering faith and support. Their encouragement motivates our players to give their best.”
Sumit Jain, President, IDCA –
“Our players are well-prepared and excited for the championship. They are ready to showcase their skills and compete for the prestigious title. I wish them the very best for the series. We could not have held this championship without the continuous support of our principal partner, Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla, Chairman of Serum Institute of India, who helps us every day in celebrating Deaf Cricket. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank KFC India, Hero (We Care – A Hero MotoCorp CSR Initiative), Steel Authority of India Limited, Kaizzen, Impact Research & Measurement Pvt. Ltd., Shiv Naresh Sports Pvt. Ltd., and RB Foundation for being our support partners. Your support has been instrumental in making this championship a grand success.”
The association also expressed gratitude to Jay Shah, Chairman of the ICC and BCCI, for supporting disability cricket initiatives.
The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), supported by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and recognized by the Deaf International Cricket Council and Asian Deaf Cricket Association, is hosting the championship.
Support for IDCA
Several prestigious brands have extended their support to the association in promoting Deaf Cricket nationally and internationally.
Mr. Santosh Kumar Rai IAS Special Commissioner, Trade:
“Team India will be playing against South Africa Deaf Team in Pretoria, South Africa. I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to the inspiring players, board members, and office bearers of the Indian Deaf Cricket Association. It is truly heartening to see the remarkable strides you are taking toward the growth and development of IDCA, which continues to provide tremendous opportunities to talented players across the country.
My best wishes to the entire team for the upcoming 2-ODI & 3-T20I Deaf Cricket Series 2026 (India Vs. South Africa) in the Pretoria, South Africa.
IDCA’s iconic #DareToDream campaign in India—aimed at promoting differently-abled cricket and uplifting various developmental aspects of the lives of differently-abled youth—has significantly expanded the team’s presence in cricketing nations such as Trinidad & Tobago, England, and South Africa. This match will further strengthen inclusive and collaborative relationships with partner countries.”
Mr. Rahul Gehlot, SO, Sports Branch, GNCT of Delhi, Department of Education:
My best wishes to the Indian team for the South Africa series. You are an inspiration to all the kids in the country and I am sure you will once again make India proud with your performance.”
Corporate Partners:
Serum Institute of India (Cyrus Poonawalla Group), KFC India, Hero (We Care – A Hero MotoCorp CSR Initiative), Steel Authority of India Limited, Kaizzen, Impact Research & Measurement Pvt. Ltd., Shiv Naresh Sports Pvt. Ltd., and RB Foundation.
About IDCA
Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) was founded in 2020 by Mr. Sumit Jain, President of IDCA and Vice President & member of DCCI (Differently Abled Cricket Committee, BCCI). Registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860, IDCA is committed to developing cricket among deaf athletes in India and providing them with opportunities at state, national, and international levels.
Roma Balwani joined IDCA as pro bono CEO in 2022.
IDCA is the governing body for Deaf Cricket in India and is a member of DICC (Deaf International Cricket Council), working closely with ICC to promote equal opportunities and full participation of deaf cricketers globally.
Prior to IDCA, the Deaf Cricket Society (established in 2012) nurtured and trained thousands of hearing-impaired cricketers, enabling them to participate in state, national, and international tournaments.
Twitter: @official_idca
Email: indiandeafcricketassociation@gmail.com
Mobile No. +91 98670 15232 / +91 95828 30667
Website: www.idca.in
