Anaya Bangar has moved one step closer to playing professional women's cricket after being allowed to feature in Australia's community cricket circles. A former Mumbai U19 cricketer, Bangar underwent gender affirmation surgery. Her father Sanjay Bangar played international cricket for India and also served as batting coach, along with a few stints in the IPL.
Transgender cricketer Anaya Bangar has received clearance from Cricket Australia to play female community cricket Down Under. The development marks a significant breakthrough in the 25-year-old’s journey as she looks to make her mark in women’s cricket following gender-affirming surgery. Bangar is now targeting her competitive women’s cricket debut in Australia in 2027.
“It’s a great day for me, especially after knowing the fact that I can play cricket. There was a stage where I thought I would never play cricket again, but thanks to Cricket Australia, it has given me another chance," Anaya said while speaking to The Indian Express.
Cricket Australia lays out eligibility criteria
Cricket Australia’s ‘Transgender and Gender Diverse Players in Elite Cricket Policy’ requires players to maintain a serum testosterone level below 10 nmol/L for at least 12 months to be eligible for elite cricket. The policy forms the basis of Bangar’s clearance to pursue her return to competitive cricket. Her eligibility remains subject to her continuing to meet the requirements outlined by the governing body.
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