India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, commended her team’s performance and urged them to maintain their winning ways after a comprehensive 5-0 series victory over Sri Lanka. Kaur, awarded Player of the Match for her impressive 68 off 43 balls, emphasized the importance of continuing this success leading up to the T20 World Cup. This triumph marked India Women’s third 5-0 series win, following victories against West Indies in 2019 and Bangladesh in 2024.
In a remarkable 2024, India clinched the ODI World Cup by defeating South Africa in the final, securing their first-ever title. Kaur expressed satisfaction with the team’s achievements in 2025, attributing their success to hard work and dedication. She emphasized the need to maintain their positive momentum and high standards in future competitions.
Despite the absence of key batters Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, Captain Kaur played a pivotal role, scoring 68 runs when the team was struggling at 77 for 5. Her partnership with Amanjot Kaur, contributing 61 runs, guided India to a competitive total. Kaur, reflecting on her performance, highlighted the team’s collective effort and determination in the series.
Looking ahead to the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 commencing on January 9, Kaur set her sights on the Women’s T20 World Cup, aiming to replicate their ODI World Cup success. She emphasized the importance of the upcoming months, stressing the team’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in both ODIs and T20s.
