Will India-Pakistan faceoff get live commentary? ICC’s unexpected panel raises questions
Dubai (The Uttam Hindu): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced its star-studded commentary panel for the upcoming Women's Cricket World Cup 2025. This year, the panel features prominent women's cricket legends. Two former Indian captains, Mithali Raj and Anjum Chopra, have also been included in this prestigious panel, which will bring the excitement of the matches to viewers around the world.
This time, the commentary panel includes some of the biggest names in cricket. World Cup winners Mel Jones, Isa Guha, and Stacy-Ann King will be joined by legends like India's Mithali Raj and Anjum Chopra, former Pakistan captain Sana Mir, and former England captain Nasser Hussain.
In addition, experienced cricketers like former Australian captain Aaron Finch, West Indies' Carlos Brathwaite, India's Dinesh Karthik, New Zealand's Katie Martin, and Ian Bishop will also be part of the team. Veteran broadcasters Natalie Germanos, Alan Wilkins, and Cass Naidu, along with popular Indian faces like Raunak Kapoor and Jatin Sapru, will grace the commentary panel.
Expressing her happiness at being included in the commentary panel, former India captain Mithali Raj said, "It is extremely satisfying to see the Women's World Cup being held in India and Sri Lanka. It's not just about celebrating the world's best players, but also about inspiring a new generation of girls who dream of playing cricket." She said she is excited to share her experiences from the commentary box and shine a light on the players shaping the future of the game.
Meanwhile, former England captain Nasser Hussain said that every World Cup is not just about the game, but also about rivalries and journeys. Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir also wished the players well, saying that the tournament reaches new heights every time.