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The purpose of the present study was to critically analyze and compare selected physical fitness and anthropometric variables between inter-collegiate female netball and handball players. A total of 30 female players (Netball = 15, Handball = 15) aged between 19 and 22 years, representing the inter-collegiate level, were selected as subjects using purposive sampling technique. Selected physical fitness variables included speed, agility, muscular strength, explosive power, and cardiovascular endurance, while anthropometric variables included height, body weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), and arm length. Standardized tests were administered to collect data. Mean, standard deviation, and independent t-test were used for statistical analysis. The level of significance was set at 0.05. The results revealed significant differences in agility, explosive power, and arm length, while no significant differences were found in speed, BMI, and cardiovascular endurance. The findings highlight sport-specific fitness and anthropometric requirements of female netball and handball players.