Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct. 6 -- Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women's cricket team across all formats, ending a leadership tenure highlighted by India's maiden Women's ODI World Cup triumph, but said she would continue playing for the national side.

The 37-year-old announced her decision on Tuesday, saying relinquishing the captaincy had been difficult after years of leading India at the highest level.

"Today, I step down as captain of the Indian Women's Cricket Team across all formats. This is not an easy decision," Harmanpreet said in a social media post.

"It carries years of memories, emotions, sacrifices, and moments that will stay with me for the rest of my life."Harmanpreet made clear that the decision...