Frmer Indian women’s cricket captain Mithali Raj predicts that India will have a distinct advantage in the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, set to be played in the UAE.
The conditions in Dubai and Sharjah closely mirror those in India, she noted during an interview with Star Sports.
“The UAE is, again, in very similar conditions, so we can say that, you know, our team has the advantage,” Mithali told Star sports.
“But again, the World Cup means every team comes well prepared,” she added.
“The Indian women’s team, so far, hasn’t won, other than the Under-19 World Cup,” Mithali said.
“I think I will definitely want the team to do well because, like everybody else, when we get into the World Cup, we want our team to win.”
“As a broadcaster, I think I’ve just done the first stint for women’s cricket in the Asia Cup, and India lost the Asia Cup. I don’t know whether that’s lucky or not in that way!” she added.
The ICC moved the event from Bangladesh to the UAE due to political unrest, and the tournament will commence on October 3. Despite the advantageous conditions, Raj issued a warning against complacency, stressing that every team will come fully prepared for the competition.
The Indian women’s team has consistently reached finals in ICC events but has yet to claim a global title. Mithali emphasized the importance of this tournament and expressed her hopes for India’s victory, even as she transitions to a broadcasting role.
