Esha Oza to captain UAE women’s squad at ICC Emerging Nations Trophy
UAE Cricket has selected its squad for the 2026 ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy, with Esha Oza appointed as captain to lead the contingent.
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Esha Oza will captain the UAE women’s cricket squad for the 2026 ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy, a tournament that offers emerging cricket nations the opportunity to compete at an international level and develop their talent on the global stage.
The squad, unveiled against a bold blue background with gold framed portraits of each player, reflects UAE Cricket’s commitment to nurturing women’s cricket within the Emirates. Oza, appointed to lead the contingent, brings experience and direction to a team composed of talented players drawn from across the nation, each selected for their technical skill and competitive promise.
The tournament provides a crucial platform for these emerging cricketers to test themselves against international opposition, refine their techniques and build the depth of experience required at the highest levels of the game. For UAE Cricket, the competition represents both an immediate challenge and a longer term investment in the development of women’s cricket as a sport that continues to gain prominence across the Emirates.
The squad will carry the expectations of UAE cricket supporters as they compete in what promises to be a significant tournament for emerging nations.
Imagery courtesy of UAE Cricket (@uaecricketofficial).