NEW DELHI: The Women's Asia Cup is gearing up for an explosive start as defending champions India face off against arch-rivals Pakistan on Friday. With the T20 World Cup fast approaching in October, all eight competing teams are eager to perfect their strategies.
India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, are widely considered the team to beat. They have a remarkable track record, having clinched the T20 Asia Cup title three out of four times and all four editions of the 50-over format.
However, it was a humorous moment during the pre-tournament press conference that stole the spotlight.
When a journalist questioned the lack of media coverage during India's Bangladesh tour, Harmanpreet's witty response left everyone in stitches.
The reporter asked, "There have been concerns about the importance of women's cricket, especially after the Bangladesh tour. Less journalists appeared at your press conferences. What's your opinion on this?"
After initially asking for clarification, Harmanpreet replied with a smile, "Well, that's none of my business. You guys have to come and cover us."
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Her remark not only highlighted the growing attention on women's cricket but also underscored the responsibility of the media in promoting the sport.
As the tournament begins, India's dominance in the Women's Asia Cup T20 is unquestionable, boasting 17 wins in 20 matches. They are the reigning champions, having defeated Bangladesh in the 2022 final.
Their head-to-head record against Pakistan is equally formidable, with 11 wins out of 14 encounters in the shortest format.
With Harmanpreet Kaur's leadership and India's impressive form, the team is poised to make a strong statement in their Group A clash against Pakistan.
