Jaydev Shah Extends Congratulations to Ashaba Vaghela
Saurashtra’s Ashaba Vaghela Earns BCCI CoE U-23 Camp Call-Up; Jaydev Shah Extends Congratulations, Gandhidham’s rising cricket star Ashaba Vaghela has brought pride to Saurashtra after being selected for the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) Under-23 Women’s High Performance Camp. The announcement was met with warm wishes from Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) president Jaydev Shah, who congratulated the young allrounder for her achievement. Ashaba, a talented right-arm medium pacer and dependable batter, has steadily built a reputation through her consistent performances at the domestic level. Known for her disciplined bowling and ability to contribute crucial runs in the middle order, she has emerged as one of the most promising names in Saurashtra women’s cricket. Her selection for the prestigious High Performance Camp is seen as recognition of her hard work, skill, and commitment to the game.
The BCCI Centre of Excellence camps are designed to identify and nurture the next generation of Indian women cricketers. Players selected for the U-23 batch undergo intensive training under top coaches, with focus on fitness, skill refinement, mental conditioning, and match awareness. Being part of the CoE program often serves as a stepping stone to India A and eventually the senior national team. For Ashaba, who hails from Gandhidham, the journey has been one of dedication and perseverance. Coming from a region that is not traditionally considered a cricketing hub, her rise reflects the growing reach of women’s cricket across Gujarat.
Coaches and teammates describe her as a hardworking cricketer who spends extra hours at practice and constantly looks to improve her game. Congratulating her, SCA president Jaydev Shah said Ashaba’s selection is a proud moment for the entire Saurashtra cricket fraternity. “Ashaba has earned this recognition through her dedication and performances on the field. She represents the new wave of talent coming from our region. We wish her all the very best for the camp and her future,” Shah noted.
The Saurashtra Cricket Association has been actively promoting women’s cricket in recent years, with improved infrastructure, regular tournaments, and exposure trips for young players. Ashaba’s inclusion in the BCCI CoE camp is being seen as validation of those efforts. Local cricketing circles in Gandhidham and across Kutch have also celebrated the news. Young girls who train at local academies now see Ashaba as a role model, proof that players from smaller towns can break into the national system with talent and discipline. As Ashaba prepares to join the camp, expectations are high.
The program will test her against the best U-23 players from across the country, giving her a platform to showcase her all-round skills at a higher level. With the women’s game in India growing rapidly after the success of the Women’s Premier League and the national team’s consistent performances, opportunities for players like Ashaba have expanded significantly. From Gandhidham to the BCCI Centre of Excellence, Ashaba Vaghela’s journey is just beginning. And with the backing of SCA and wishes from Jaydev Shah, she steps into the next phase of her career carrying the hopes of an entire region. News Sources Jaydev Shah’s Instagram post
