South Asian Cricket Academy launches women's programme

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South Asian Cricket Academy to Launch Groundbreaking Women's Programme for 2026 Season

A major milestone in the history of South Asian cricket has been announced as the South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA) is set to launch its inaugural women's programme for the 2026 season. This move marks a significant step forward in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the sport, with SACA aiming to develop talented young British south Asian female cricketers and help them break into the professional game.

The new scheme will be fully-funded and will provide an opportunity for six to ten non-professionally contracted women aged over 18 to participate in a high-performance elite programme. The programme will run for 12 months, with the aim of creating a thriving and supportive environment that fosters growth and development among its participants.

SACA has already made significant strides in supporting male players from south Asian backgrounds, helping 18 men secure professional deals with county clubs since its establishment in 2022. The percentage of professional players from south Asian backgrounds in the county game has increased from four to 13%, while the number of academy players has expanded from 18 to 26%.

Despite these achievements, research by SACA highlights that there are currently only five professional south Asian women's players at counties, with a further five in their academies. This has led SACA to launch its women's programme, which will be chaired by former England international and broadcaster Isa Guha.

Guha, who founded the registered charity Take Her Lead, said: "The inaugural SACA women's programme will provide a much-needed focus for south Asian women in cricket." The charity is dedicated to advancing equality and diversity in cricket and increasing participation for women and girls.

SACA research has shown that there are significant barriers to entry for women from south Asian backgrounds in the sport. By launching its women's programme, SACA aims to create an environment where these players feel supported and valued, taking into account their background and gender.

Tom Brown, founder and manager director of SACA, said: "We're excited that SACA will take on a leading role in helping to develop talented young British Asian female cricketers and help them achieve their ambitions to break into the professional game. We are confident that we can very quickly start to emulate the success our men's programme has delivered for so many talented cricketers."
 
🙌 its about time we see more women in cricket 🏏, imo saca is doin a great job by launchin this program 4 women from south asian backgrounds who wanna play cricket but dont have the chance cuz of lack of opps 😔. i love that guha is involved she's all about empowrin women & girls 👊. lets hope these young ladies can make it big & inspire more ppl to get into cricket 🌟. also cant wait 2 see the impact this will hav on diversity in the sport 👀
 
🤷‍♂️ I mean, about time, right? It's not like they've been waiting for centuries or anything 🙄. But seriously, it's great to see SACA taking steps towards promoting diversity and inclusivity in cricket. 5 professional south Asian women players out of hundreds is a pretty sad statistic tho 😐. At least they're trying to change that now. The fact that Isa Guha is leading this initiative is awesome too - she's like the ultimate south Asian cricket icon 🙌. Can't wait to see some talented young British Asian girls making waves in the sport! 👀
 
I think its awesome that SACA is finally launching a women's program 🙌💪! They're trying to change the game and make it more inclusive, which is super cool. I mean, we already know how good they are at supporting guys from south Asian backgrounds, but now they're giving girls a chance too. Its about time, right? The stats show that there aren't many pros playing women's cricket from south asian backgrounds, so hopefully this program can change that 🤞.

I love that Isa Guha is chairing it, she seems like an amazing person and her charity Take Her Lead sounds really important 💖. And Tom Brown is all about giving young girls a chance to shine, which is great to hear 🌟. I'm excited to see what the future holds for SACA's women's program!
 
I gotta say, it's about time someone's doing something about this 🙄. I mean, SACA's already been crushing it with their male players, but now they're finally addressing the glaring issue of lack of representation for south Asian women in cricket 👀. It's crazy to think there are only five professional players out there - that's just not okay, fam 😒.

But hey, at least they're trying to create a supportive environment and provide funding for these talented young girls 🎉. I just hope they actually deliver on their promises and make a real impact 🤞. And let's be real, it's about time the cricket world starts recognizing the value of having more diverse players - it's a win-win for everyone 🙌.
 
🤔 Just thinking about this is giving me hope for the future of cricket in the UK! 🏏 It's amazing how far behind women's cricket was until now. I mean, 5 pro players is tiny compared to 26 men! 😱 We need more initiatives like this to create a level playing field. And it's awesome that they're targeting south Asian women, who are already underrepresented in the sport. 🌟 The fact that they're creating a supportive environment where these players can feel valued and supported is so important. I'm excited to see how this programme will shape up and who'll be part of it! 👀
 
the fact they're launching a women's prog just 4 yrs after their mens prog is kinda sus, feels like an attempt to save face after all the criticism. idk if its genuine or just a PR stunt 🤑
 
I think its about time someone did something about the lack of representation for women in cricket. The stats from SACA are pretty shocking, only 5 pro female players and a tiny number in academies? We need more initiatives like this to create a supportive environment for these talented young women.

It's great that they're providing full funding for the program and having Isa Guha at the helm, she's a total legend! Having someone with her experience will definitely help. I'm also loving the fact that SACA is already making waves in supporting male players from south Asian backgrounds, so it's only fair they follow up with women.

I hope this program helps to break down those barriers and we start seeing more women from diverse backgrounds playing at county level soon! 🌟
 
🏏💪 finally someone's doing something about the lack of representation in women's cricket in south asian communities! its crazy to think that only 5 pro players exist atm, meanwhile the mens game is thriving with players from our community breaking into the county game. this new program is a massive step forward and i'm so hyped to see these talented young girls getting the support they need to pursue their dreams 🎉💕
 
I think it's about time someone took notice of how underrepresented women from south Asian backgrounds are in cricket 🤔. I mean, 5 professional players is hardly a milestone when you consider there are millions of people from the same background just waiting to get involved. SACA needs to be more than just a charity case, they need to break down the systemic barriers that keep these talented women on the sidelines 🚫. Can't just rely on tokenism and claim to care about diversity if you're not willing to put in the real work 💪.
 
I think its awesome that SACA is finally takin a big step towards gettin more women involved in cricket 🙌! Its about time, right? I mean, 5 professional south asian women players is just a tiny percentage of the whole game, and it shows how tough it can be for girls from certain backgrounds to break into the sport. But with this new programme, SACA's got the chance to change that 👍. By providin a supportive environment and helpin them develop their skills, they might just start seein more south asian women in the professional game 🤞. And its not just about cricket, it's about empowerin young girls to be confident and pursue their passions 🎉.
 
I'm thinking, you know, how amazing it is that SACA is taking this huge step forward in cricket 🙌. I mean, the stats on male players are pretty cool, but let's be real, we need more women in the game 🤗. It's crazy to think about all the barriers those south Asian women might have faced trying to get into cricket. And now, SACA is creating a whole program just for them? That's like, totally awesome 🎉. I'm sure it'll be a huge help to get more talented girls from south Asian backgrounds playing professionally. Fingers crossed it sets off a chain reaction and we see more women breaking through in the future 💪.
 
🙄 I mean, it's about time, right? A women's program finally being launched by SACA is a huge deal, but let's be real, it's only been 4 years since they started supporting male players from south Asian backgrounds. I'm glad to see that Isa Guha is on board as the chair, she seems like a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for women in cricket. 🤝 But seriously, research by SACA highlights some pretty stark disparities between men and women from south Asian backgrounds in cricket. Only 5 professional players? That's crazy! I'm all for promoting diversity and inclusivity, but we need to see more tangible results if we want to make a real impact. 💪 The fact that this program is fully-funded is a good start, but what about the resources they'll need to actually execute it successfully? 🤔
 
the cricket world is finally catching up 🏏... been saying it for ages, women's sports need more funding and support, its about time someone took a proactive approach 💪🌟
 
🏏💪 I think it's awesome that SACA is finally taking a step in the right direction by launching this groundbreaking women's program! It's about time, right? 🙄 The numbers are pretty shocking - only 5 professional south Asian women's players at counties?! That's crazy! 😲 But seriously, having more opportunities for young girls from diverse backgrounds to develop their skills and break into the game is a huge deal. And it's not just about the sport itself, but also about promoting equality and diversity. I'm rooting for this program to be a massive success and help create a more inclusive cricket community! 🌟
 
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