Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of Mumbai Indians, has stressed the critical need for adaptability as her team prepares to defend their title in the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL). The Mumbai Indians clinched victory in the inaugural edition last year in Mumbai. However, this year they face the challenge of acclimatizing to new conditions in Bengaluru and New Delhi.
The shift in playing venues has prompted Kaur to acknowledge the importance of swiftly adjusting to the different conditions. She emphasizes the need for her team to quickly adapt in order to show their strength as a team. The conditions in Bengaluru and Delhi are likely to be vastly different from Mumbai, and the team’s success will depend on how well they adjust to these conditions.
Kaur also discusses the team’s strategy, stating that the composition of the playing eleven will be contingent upon the prevailing conditions. She believes in having as many good players in the team as possible to ensure that they can pick the best eleven. There is healthy competition among the players for places in the team, and the final team selection will be based on the conditions.
Despite the absence of home support this year, Kaur remains optimistic about the team’s chances. She emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement within the squad, highlighting that their victory in the previous edition was a result of collective effort rather than individual brilliance.
Kaur personally commits to making significant contributions with the bat, especially at the crucial No.4 position. She recognizes the pivotal role her batting performance plays in shaping the team’s strategy and emphasizes the need to adapt to varying match situations accordingly.
Looking ahead to the tournament, Kaur also expresses hopes of discovering new talent. She views the Women’s Premier League as an excellent platform for domestic players to showcase their skills and potentially earn recognition at a higher level.
(Source: PTI)