J&K's Majid Magray to captain India in Mixed Disability Cricket Series vs England
Synopsis
Jammu & Kashmir's Majid Ah Magray will lead India's mixed disability cricket team in a seven-match IT20 series across England, culminating at Lord's on 19 August — a milestone moment for differently abled cricket on the international stage.
Key Takeaways
The DCCI announced a 16-member Indian squad for the Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England on 27 July .
Majid Ah Magray of Jammu & Kashmir has been named captain; Sai Akash Saivamani of Tamil Nadu is vice-captain.
The seven-match IT20 series runs from 5 to 19 August across Derby, Leicester, Hove, Arundel, and Lord's.
Former Rajasthan Ranji captain Rohit Jhalani has been appointed Head Coach .
The squad draws players from 10 states and regions , including J&K, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
The team is preparing at a training camp in Chhawla, New Delhi before departure.
The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) on Monday, 27 July named a 16-member Indian squad for the Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England, scheduled across England from 5 to 19 August. Majid Ah Magray of Jammu & Kashmir has been appointed captain, with Sai Akash Saivamani of Tamil Nadu named vice-captain.
Series Schedule and Venues
India will play a seven-match IT20 series across some of England's most storied cricket grounds. The opening two matches are set for OurCoop County Ground, Derby on 5 and 7 August, followed by the third IT20 at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicester on 9 August.
The fourth match moves to County Ground, Hove on 12 August, before the series heads to Arundel for the fifth and sixth IT20s on 15 and 16 August. The series culminates at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on 19 August. All matches are scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM local time.
What the DCCI Said
DCCI Secretary Ravi Kant Chauhan said, 'Majid Magray's appointment as captain is a proud moment not only for Jammu & Kashmir but for the entire differently abled cricket fraternity. His leadership will inspire many aspiring cricketers from the region to pursue the sport with greater confidence and determination.'
DCCI Vice President Sumit Jain added, 'I wish the entire team and support staff a successful tour and hope they inspire many more aspiring differently abled cricketers through their performances.'
Support Staff and Preparations
The team's coaching setup is led by Rohit Jhalani, former Rajasthan Ranji captain, appointed as Head Coach. He will be supported by Dev Dutt as coach and Rohit Sharma as fielding coach. Ramswaroop Saini has been named Strength & Conditioning Coach, while Mayank Pushkar joins as Physiotherapist.
The squad is currently undergoing a preparatory training camp at Chhawla, near Dwarka, New Delhi ahead of the tour.
Full Squad Breakdown
Jammu & Kashmir provides three players — captain Majid Ah Magray, Rizwan Altaf Bhat, and Hilal Ahmad Wani. Tamil Nadu contributes Sai Akash Saivamani (vice-captain) and Sudarsun Elangovan. Haryana is represented by Kuldeep Singh and Tarun, while Karnataka sends Rajesh Irappa Kannur and Shiva Shankara Guntiganapalli Subbarayappa.
The remaining squad members are Yashwanth Naidu Ravuri (Andhra Pradesh), Vivek Kumar (Uttar Pradesh), Arjun Rajesh Gawre (Vidarbha), Ravindra Gopinath Sante (Mumbai), Yogender Singh Bhadoria (Madhya Pradesh), Vrushant Sandip Gunjal (Maharashtra), and Jayesh Parmar (West Bengal). The series marks a significant moment for disability cricket's visibility on the international stage, with a Lord's finale set to provide a fitting showcase.
Point of View
Yet mainstream coverage remains thin. The DCCI's ability to secure marquee venues across England reflects growing institutional legitimacy, but the real measure will be whether this tour translates into sustained domestic investment and grassroots infrastructure for differently abled cricketers across India's smaller states.
NationPress
27 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will captain India in the Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England?
Majid Ah Magray of Jammu & Kashmir has been named captain of the Indian mixed disability cricket team for the series against England from 5 to 19 August. Sai Akash Saivamani of Tamil Nadu will serve as vice-captain.
When and where is the India vs England Mixed Disability Cricket Series being played?
The seven-match IT20 series runs from 5 to 19 August across England, with matches at Derby, Leicester, Hove, Arundel, and the final at Lord's Cricket Ground on 19 August. All matches begin at 2:30 PM local time.
Who is the head coach of the Indian mixed disability cricket team for the England tour?
Former Rajasthan Ranji captain Rohit Jhalani has been appointed Head Coach. He is supported by Dev Dutt as coach, Rohit Sharma as fielding coach, Ramswaroop Saini as Strength & Conditioning Coach, and Mayank Pushkar as Physiotherapist.
How many players from Jammu & Kashmir are in the Indian squad?
Three players from Jammu & Kashmir are in the 16-member squad: captain Majid Ah Magray, Rizwan Altaf Bhat, and Hilal Ahmad Wani.
What is the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI)?
The DCCI is the governing body for cricket played by differently abled athletes in India. It selects and manages national teams for international disability cricket competitions, including the Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England.
