Indian Women’s Cricket Team Gears Up for Crucial ODI Series Against Australia
Chandigarh, Punjab: As the Indian women’s cricket team prepares for their first ODI against Australia on Sunday, captain Harmanpreet Kaur is buzzing with excitement. She calls these three ODIs against the world champions a massive boost for the squad ahead of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup starting September 30 in Guwahati.
The series kicks off at the New Chandigarh ground, giving India the perfect chance to fine-tune their game against one of the toughest opponents. "This series before the World Cup is super important for us," Harmanpreet said during a pre-match press conference, as quoted by ICC. "We’re thrilled to face a top team like Australia right before the big tournament."
Harmanpreet emphasized giving every player a shot to shine. "These three matches matter a lot, but we’re also focusing on keeping the team fresh for the World Cup. We’ll go all out to win while rotating players," she added. The skipper is proud of how far her team has come, believing they have what it takes to take down giants like Australia.
"We’ve worked hard and improved every day," she shared. "Australia has dominated for years, but now everyone sees us as capable of beating them. We’ve put in the effort on fielding and fitness, and it’s paying off."
India enters the series on a high note, winning nine out of 11 ODIs this year. Highlights include series triumphs over England and Ireland, plus a tri-series win against Sri Lanka and South Africa. "The progress over the last one-and-a-half years has been solid," Harmanpreet noted. "Just look at our England series win—they’re one of the best, and we beat them. It proves we’re on the right track."
With years of experience playing Australia and England, the team now carries strong belief. "We know these sides inside out," she said. "The confidence to beat anyone, anywhere, is key. Once you believe, the wins follow naturally."
This India vs Australia ODI series promises thrilling action as both teams eye World Cup glory. Fans can’t wait to see if India can build on their momentum and challenge the champions.
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