In a mountainous nation, flat grounds are rare, but quality cricket is not. Today’s match at Bajo proves any space can become a competitive field. By leveraging school and district facilities, young players gain opportunities to test their skills in real match conditions. Wangdue Academy has also hosted matches with Punakha District Cricket in the past, providing consistent opportunities for inter-district competition and helping players develop match temperament over time.

Bhutan showed encouraging intent despite falling short against Bahrain in the Thailand Open Men’s T20I Series. Several batters struck at over 150 strike rate, and the bowlers fought hard to take the chase deep, highlighting promising signs for the upcoming matches.

Bhutan showed encouraging intent despite falling short against Bahrain in the Thailand Open Men’s T20I Series. Several batters struck at over 150 strike rate, and the bowlers fought hard to take the chase deep, highlighting promising signs for the upcoming matches.

The Bhutan Men’s National Team will travel to Thailand tomorrow ahead of the Thailand Open T20I Series 2026, where they will face Thailand, Japan, and Bahrain in a four-team T20I tournament in Bangkok. With renewed motivation following a team address by captain Thinley Jamtsho and a meeting with the BCCB CEO, the squad heads into the tournament with clear purpose and ambition.

Born on 1 April 1976 in Phongmey village, Trashigang, Deki Yangzom has dedicated her life to education and the development of cricket in Bhutan. A teacher at Dechencholing Higher Secondary School since 2001, she became involved in cricket in 2006, at a time when the sport was still in its early stages in the country. As one of the first female sports teachers to step into cricket coaching, she played a pioneering role in introducing and nurturing the game among young students.

The U19 Women’s National Team selection camp concludes, wrapping up days of intense trials and skill showcases. Young cricketers from across Bhutan impressed selectors with their talent and determination, setting the stage for the next chapter in the country’s women’s cricket journey.

Bhutan Cricket is conducting the U19 Women’s National Team selection camp from 7 to 9 February 2026 as part of preparations for the ICC U19 Women’s World Cup Asia Qualifiers in Hong Kong. Thirty one players from five districts are competing for a place in the final 14 player squad, undergoing assessments in batting, bowling, wicket keeping, fitness, and fielding under the guidance of the national coaching staff. The camp marks a key step in identifying Bhutan’s next generation of women cricketers and strengthening the pathway toward international competition.

Cricket in Bhutan is more than a game. It is a movement. From a handful of enthusiasts just over a decade ago to over 65,000 players today, grassroots programs are turning villages, schools, and clubs into hubs of passion, skill, and community. Girls and boys are picking up bats and balls, learning teamwork, confidence, and leadership along the way. Through school programs, coaching hubs, and local competitions, Bhutan is not just growing players. It is shaping the future of cricket, one young athlete at a time.