Harmanpreet Kaur-led India is preparing to take on New Zealand in their opening Group A match of the Women’s T20 World Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday.
This tournament marks its ninth edition with India still in pursuit of their first T20 World Cup title. Their nearest shot came in 2020 when they made it to the final but fell short against a formidable Australian team at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Eager to shake off past disappointments India aims for a strong start as they look to move past the memories of previous near-misses.
Ahead of this crucial match against New Zealand in Dubai, during an interview, she was asked that the Indian men’s cricket team has delivered; is it now time for the women to lift the coveted trophy? answering the question she said:
“You’re putting pressure on us by saying this (laughs). We are really excited and want to give our best. The team has done really well and prepared a lot for this big tournament. We will not leave a single stone unturned. We are positive, and I am confident we will come through with flying colors.”
Further when she was asked who does she think are two key players for India in this World Cup, she replied that as a captain, all players are equally important to her.
She believes all players have different roles to play on the field. With this spirit, Harmanpreet Kaur-led India looks prepared for the upcoming mega event.
