India captain Harmanpreet Kaur expressed that her team was close to turning the game in their favor against England in the final T20I, which England won by six wickets, securing the series 2-1. Despite early breakthroughs by India’s Kranti Goud and Arundhati Reddy, a crucial 137-run partnership between Alice Capsey and Heather Knight led England to victory.
Reflecting on the match, Harmanpreet mentioned that India needed just one more wicket to change the game’s momentum. She acknowledged the strong performance by the English batters that ultimately shifted the game away from India. Despite the loss, Harmanpreet found positives in her team’s overall display and looks ahead to the Women’s T20 World Cup starting on June 12.
Harmanpreet also revealed that the team is close to finalizing its playing XI for the upcoming World Cup, with a few practice matches remaining to explore other squad options. She highlighted players like Radha and Bharti Fulmal, emphasizing the team’s depth and readiness for the tournament. The early arrival in England has helped India acclimatize to the conditions, providing a valuable advantage for the upcoming competition.
India will now focus on warm-up games before the Women’s T20 World Cup, aiming to build on the strengths showcased despite the series defeat.
