The cricketing landscape in Bhutan is set for a historic transformation as the BTCL Women’s T20 Smash 2025 kicks off from July 3rd to July 14th, 2025. With the powerful tagline, “Celebrating the Rise of Women’s Cricket,” the tournament is not just a showcase of sporting talent but a testament to the growing influence and recognition of women’s cricket in the region.
This year’s edition is the most ambitious yet, featuring nine dynamic teams split across two groups: Group A: Sarpang Strikers, Paro Sparks, Capital Chargers, and Wangdue Radaps. Group B: Thimphu Cricket Club, Bajo Blazers, Pazap Eleven, Samtse Stallions, and Punakha Kiras.
A total of 126 talented women cricketers will take centre stage at the iconic Jigmethang Cricket Ground, each vying for glory and the chance to inspire the next generation of female athletes in Bhutan.
Tournament Fixtures
| DATE | MATCHES | TIME |
| 3-Jul-25 | Thimphu CC vs Bajo Blazers | 9:30 AM |
| 3-Jul-25 | Sarpang Strikers vs Paro Sparks | 9:30 AM |
| 3-Jul-25 | Pazap Eleven vs Samtse Stallions | 1:30 PM |
| 3-Jul-25 | Thimphu CC vs Punakha Kiras | 1:30 PM |
| 5-Jul-25 | Bajo Blazers vs Pazap Eleven | 9:30 AM |
| 5-Jul-25 | Capital Chargers vs Wangdue Radaps | 1:30 PM |
| 6-Jul-25 | Samtse Stallions vs Punakha Kiras | 9:30 AM |
| 6-Jul-25 | Sarpang Strikers vs Capital Chargers | 1:30 PM |
| 7-Jul-25 | Paro Sparks vs Wangdue Radaps | 9:30 AM |
| 7-Jul-25 | Thimphu CC vs Pazap Eleven | 1:30 PM |
| 8-Jul-25 | Sarpang Strikers vs Wangdue Radaps | 9:30 AM |
| 8-Jul-25 | Bajo Blazers vs Samtse Stallions | 1:30 PM |
| 9-Jul-25 | Punakha Kiras vs Pazap Eleven | 9:30 AM |
| 9-Jul-25 | Paro Sparks vs Capital Chargers | 1:30 PM |
| 10-Jul-25 | Bajo Blazers vs Punakha Kiras | 9:30 AM |
| 10-Jul-25 | Thimphu CC vs Samtse Stallions | 1:30 PM |
| 11-Jul-25 | Semi Final 1: Group A1 vs Group B2 | 9:30 AM |
| 11-Jul-25 | Semi Final 2: Group B1 vs Group A2 | 1:30 PM |
| 12-Jul-25 | 3rd/4th Place (Loser SF1 vs SF2) | 10:30 AM |
| 13-Jul-25 | Final: Winner SF1 vs SF2 | 10:30 AM |
| 14-Jul-25 | Group A-3 vs Group B-4 (Mandatory Match) | 10:30 AM |
The BTCL Women’s T20 Smash 2025 is more than a tournament; it’s a celebration of empowerment, unity, and the relentless spirit of Bhutanese women. The event is backed by a host of sponsors and partners, including UNICEF, ICC, and several national organisations, further underlining its significance.
Fans can catch all the live action on the Bhutan Cricket Official YouTube channel and follow live scores on CricClubs and social media handles of Bhutan. The tournament promises not only thrilling cricket but also inspiring stories of determination and teamwork.
As Bhutan continues to break new ground in women’s cricket, the BTCL Women’s T20 Smash 2025 stands as a beacon of hope and progress, inspiring a generation and putting Bhutanese women’s cricket firmly on the map.
