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Rural Andhra cricketer to lead Indian team
By Sreenu Babu Pativada4 min read at The New Indian Express
In brief
Tompaki Durga Rao, a B3 category cricketer from Vizianagaram district, was appointed captain of the Indian men’s blind cricket team for the 2026 Asia Cup.
The article details his personal history, including his early loss of vision and rise through the ranks to represent India for over 12 years.
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VIZIANAGARAM: Tompaki Durga Rao, who hails from Kopparavalasa village in Vangara mandal of Vizianagaram district, has been appointed captain of the Indian men’s blind cricket team by the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI). The B3 category player will lead the 17-member squad in Blind Cricket Asia Cup to be held in Dhaka from November 15 to 20, 2026.
His appointment sparked celebrations in his native village, recalling his journey from rural grounds to international arenas. His consistent all-round performances at the state and national level earned him accolades, including praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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