India's Quest for Women's World Cup Glory: Home Turf Challenge

The Indian women's cricket team is gearing up for a tough battle in the forthcoming One Day International (ODI) World Cup, held on home soil. Spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana voiced the team's commitment to securing the coveted trophy during a recent interview, highlighting the added significance of playing on familiar turf. This tournament marks a milestone for captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who has long aspired to bring the World Cup home.

The tournament is set to begin with co-hosts India and Sri Lanka facing off in the opener on September 30 in Guwahati. Despite having never won the World Cup, the Indian team, under the guidance of their head coach Amol Muzumdar, is determined to make it a memorable campaign.

Senior players like Rana and Richa Ghosh credited the Women's Premier League (WPL) for facilitating exposure to international talent and strategies that prepare them for high-stakes tournaments. They emphasized the benefits of learning from elite foreign coaches and players, which they believe gives them a strategic edge on the field.

(With inputs from agencies.)