Former India captain Mithali Raj has voiced her concerns over the national women’s cricket team’s performance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, attributing their underwhelming show to a lack of growth across departments over the past three years. Speaking to PTI from Dubai, Mithali Raj highlighted several areas where the team has failed to progress, including role confusion, untested bench strength, and poor fielding.
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Mithali Raj’s comments come in the wake of India’s early exit from the tournament, marking the first time under Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy that the team failed to qualify for the knockouts. The Women in Blue managed to win only two out of their four group stage matches, resulting in their elimination from the competition.
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“The team has shown no growth in the last three years,” Mithali Raj said. “There has been a lack of clarity in roles, especially in the batting department, and the bench strength hasn’t been tested enough. The fielding has also been a concern. These factors have contributed to our early exit from the World Cup.”
Mithali Raj also suggested that it might be time for a change in leadership, hinting that a younger captain could bring a fresh perspective and energy to the team. She mentioned Jemimah Rodrigues as a potential candidate, praising her dynamic approach and ability to lead the team effectively.
Harmanpreet Kaur, who has been the captain of the Indian women’s team for several years, has faced criticism for the team’s performance in the T20 World Cup. Mithali Raj’s comments have added to the debate about whether a change in leadership is necessary for the team to move forward
Despite the disappointment of the early exit, Mithali Raj emphasized the need for introspection and improvement. “We need to analyze our performance and identify the areas where we can improve,” she said. “It’s crucial for the team to regroup and focus on building a stronger, more cohesive unit.”
The Indian women’s cricket team will now look to bounce back from this setback and prepare for future tournaments, including the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, which India is set to host in a few months. The team will need to address the issues raised by Mithali Raj and work on enhancing their performance across all departments.
As the cricketing world reacts to Mithali Raj’s comments, fans and experts alike are calling for a thorough review of the team’s strategies and leadership. The hope is that the Indian women’s team can learn from this experience and come back stronger in future competitions
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