Neetu David Takes Charge as UP Warriorz Chief Scout

By: Women Entrepreneurs Review Team | Thursday, 20 August 2026

Former Indian women’s cricket player and chair of the selection committee Neetu David has been appointed as the new Chief Scout of UP Warriorz, replacing former Bengal all-rounder Rajib Dutta. In her new role, Neetu will be responsible for overseeing the process of scouting and bringing in talented players from all over the nation.

Her hiring represents a smart move by the franchise in light of their tough WPL season 2026, since UP Warriorz managed to secure just two wins out of eight games played under head coach Abhishek Nayar. Neetu will spearhead the franchise’s initiatives to expand its scouting network.

Key Highlights:

• Neetu David appointed Chief Scout of UP Warriorz
• She will focus to strengthen UP Warriorz’s national scouting network
• Former India star brings elite playing and selection experience

Commenting on her appointment Neetu said, “I am delighted to join UP Warriorz as Chief Scout. Having spent so many years playing and working within Indian women’s cricket, I have seen the tremendous amount of talent that exists across the country. For me, scouting is not only about identifying performances, but also recognising potential and understanding what a player can become with the right opportunities and environment.”

She added, “I look forward to working with UP Warriorz to identify exciting young cricketers and contribute towards building a strong talent pipeline for the franchise,”

Neetu also mentioned that she would focus working on developing talent pipelines through her collaboration with the franchise. Her inclusion in the team will help UP Warriorz improve their strategy of identifying and developing talent in the women’ cricketing world. Her knowledge and expertise in women’s cricketing will help the team to scout talented players who have the ability to compete at the highest level.

COO and Director of Cricket at Capri Sports, Kshemal Waingankar, warmly greeted Neetu to the franchise and noted her experience as a player as well as an administrator. He said, “We are delighted to welcome Neetu David to UP Warriorz as our Head of Scouting. Neetu ji’s contribution to Indian women’s cricket has been exceptional. Her experience both as an international cricketer and as Chairperson of the Indian Women’s Selection Committee gives her a unique perspective on identifying talent and understanding what it takes to succeed at the highest level,”

Neetu’s appointment by UP Warriorz is seen as an important one aiming to train and perform notably well in future matches.

Hailing from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Neetu has enjoyed an excellent career in women’s cricket in India, taking 141 ODI wickets, and setting the world record for the highest bowling figures in Women’s Test cricket of 8/53. She then moved on to administrative duties, occupying the post of Chairperson at the All-India Women’s Selection Committee of the BCCI. She received further recognition for her contributions to cricket in 2024 by being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.