Dharamshala MLA Extends Greetings to young cricketer Divyadarshi .

Dharamshala,03/09(PPT): Odisha’s cricketing community has another reason to celebrate, with young cricketer Divyadarshini earning a place in the India Women’s A squad for the multi-day red-ball fixture against Australia A.

The selection marks a significant milestone in the young cricketer’s career and recognition of her talent, discipline and sustained hard work. Representing India A against Australia A in a red-ball match is expected to provide Divyadarshini with valuable exposure at the higher level of the game.

Divyadarshini began her cricketing journey at Jagriti Cricket Academy and has steadily progressed through the competitive cricketing system. Her rise to the India A setup has been shaped by years of training, perseverance and commitment to the sport.

Her achievement has also generated considerable excitement in Odisha, particularly among young players aspiring to pursue careers in cricket. Her journey from a local academy to the India A squad is being viewed as an encouraging example for emerging women cricketers in the state.

Dharamshala MLA Himanshu Shekhar Sahu congratulated Divyadarshini on her selection and wished her success in the upcoming assignment. Sahu expressed hope that she would continue to perform strongly and go on to represent the country at the highest level.

The Anshuman Memorial Trust has also extended financial assistance to Divyadarshini as part of its efforts to support promising young sporting talent. The initiative is aimed at helping emerging athletes pursue their sporting ambitions and meet the demands of competitive sport.

Divyadarshini’s selection comes at a time when women’s cricket in Odisha is gaining increasing visibility, with several players from the state making their presence felt at national and higher levels. Her inclusion in the India A setup is another important step in that journey.

For Divyadarshini, the assignment against Australia A represents not only an opportunity to test herself against quality opposition but also a potential stepping stone towards the senior national team.

As the young cricketer prepares for her India A stint, expectations will be high. For Odisha, her selection is a moment of pride—and for aspiring young cricketers across the state, it is a reminder that sustained effort and determination can open the door to the national stage.