The Women’s T20 World Cup’s ninth edition is scheduled to begin on October 3.
The background of the next Women’s T20 World Cup appears to be a little different. There are many more eyes on the Indian team than usual, aside from the usual favorites. Their performance in the T20I format, particularly this year, including their almost flawless run in the Women’s Asia Cup, could be directly blamed for this.
However, in a recent conversation, India all-rounder Deepti Sharma made it very evident that there isn’t really any pressure on the team. She appeared to be steadfastly focused on the end result, though.
Since the World Cup is a significant occasion for every player, I wouldn’t say there is pressure, but I am personally inspired by the men’s team’s victory. I won’t say there is pressure, but we will give it our all because we are performing incredibly well in every series and event. Deepti as stated.
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After India Women participated in the 2017 50-over World Cup, the seasoned player also described the abrupt change in her social life. She also discussed the potential implications of a title win for women’s cricket.
Everything suddenly shifted in 2017 when we played in the finals. For me, it feels great because the fans are aware that my name is Deepti Sharma. It’s challenging to walk down some streets or go to the mall. I’m hoping for the best because it’s an amazing feeling from the 2017 World Cup final, and if we win, obviously, things will truly change from every angle and every woman will want to play cricket after that. Added Deepti.
The Women in Blue have only made it to the final once, in 2020, in the 20-over global competition. The 2023 competition was excellent as well, but it was not to be as eventual winners Australia defeated India in a hotly contested semifinal.
Given the obvious similarities between the circumstances in the UAE and those back home, it will be interesting to see how India Women fare in the forthcoming 20-over extravaganza.
