JSW Sports, the distinguished sports arm of the JSW Group, has added Niki Prasad, captain of India’s ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025 winning team, to its illustrious lineup of athletes.
At only 20 years old, Niki has already displayed remarkable leadership and consistency, establishing herself as a future star of the game.
Niki, a solid and controlled leader, made her U16 debut at the age of nine and advanced to Karnataka’s U19 team within two years. Niki, who turned professional at 13, has continued to surprise with her skills and leadership abilities, most recently guiding India to victory in the U19 Asia Cup before captaining the team to World Cup glory in Malaysia last year. She also plays for Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League, where she has spent the last two seasons, acquiring significant experience at the top level of franchise cricket.
Himanshu Sharma, Head of Talent and Brand Consulting, JSW Sports, said, “Niki represents the new generation of Indian cricketers who combine skill, leadership, and maturity at a very young age. Her journey has already been inspiring, from making a mark in domestic cricket to leading India to a U19 World Cup title. Her composure and ability to inspire those around her at such a young age are qualities which standout. We believe she has immense potential to shape the future of Indian women’s cricket and we are excited to support her as she continues to grow towards greater milestones.”
Expressing her excitement, Niki Prasad said, “I am honoured to join the JSW Sports family. It is a proud moment for me to be part of an organisation that has consistently supported and nurtured athletes across disciplines. Their belief in young talent gives me a lot of confidence as I take the next steps in my career. I am excited to begin my journey with JSW Sports and make the most of the opportunities ahead.”
Niki will have access to world-class training environments, expert athlete management counsel, and comprehensive career support at JSW Sports, allowing her to advance both on and off the pitch. This support will be critical in guiding her through the transition from junior-level achievement to a sustained senior-level career.
JSW Sports’ roster features some of India’s most successful and talented sports personalities, including Nikhat Zareen, Anahat Singh, Veer Chotrani, Ramit Tandon, Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, and prominent cricketers Axar Patel, Dhruv Jurel, Shafali Varma, and Jemimah Rodrigues.
With the addition of Niki Prasad, JSW Sports reinforces its commitment to finding and developing the next generation of Indian sports talent with the potential to excel on a worldwide scale.
