New Delhi, Feb. 19 -- The First edition of the Asian Deaf Cricket Association T20I Asia Cup, 2026, kicked off at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, Odisha, with a grand opening ceremony, according to a release from ADCA.

The tournament was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Rishi Pathania, the Vice President of Jindal Steel Limited, marking a significant milestone for the Inaugural Tournament hosted by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), supported by ODCA and OCA.

The tournament features three national teams -- Sri Lanka, Nepal and India.

Speaking about the tournament, Sumit Jain, President, ADCA, said, " The First edition of the ADCA T20I Asia Cup, 2026, reflects our continued commitment to promoting cricket among hearing-impaired athlet...