With the Women’s ODI World Cup returning to India after ten years, the Indian team is focused on securing the victory. Jemimah Rodrigues revealed that the team is motivated to win the tournament for specific people. According to Rodrigues, the Indian team wants to win the ICC World Cup for those who have contributed to the advancement of women’s cricket in the nation.
India is in pursuit of its first World Cup trophy, having finished as runners-up twice. The team has won both league matches in the ongoing tournament, including the recent match against Pakistan.
Rodrigues mentioned that the team concentrates on their gameplay and internal environment, avoiding external distractions. She highlighted the importance of team unity, with each player supporting and celebrating the success of others. The team aims to win the World Cup for individuals like Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami, Neetu David, and others who played a vital role in the development of women’s cricket.
Rodrigues also spoke about the challenging pitches in Guwahati and Colombo. She pointed out that the Colombo pitch, which was covered with covers, caused the ball to come with a slight pause, favoring the spinners. She emphasized the team’s strategy to adapt, build partnerships, and bring the match to a successful conclusion, with Richa’s impactful innings contributing to their winning score.