India beat England 3-2 in the T20 series, registering their first win on English soil
India coach Amol Majumdar credited the Women’s Premier League for the historic achievement of winning the first women’s T20 series against England, saying it played a key role in the players’ progress. He also credited the competitive domestic season for the success.
India lost the fifth and final T20I against England on Saturday, but had already taken an unassailable lead after registering a sensational six-wicket win in the fourth T20I in Manchester on Wednesday.
Head coach Amol Majumdar lauded the WPL’s contribution in improving the mindset of the Indian players. Over the years, skill has rarely been an issue, but winning matches under pressure has been a constant problem.
Though a series win doesn’t change things overnight, Majumdar sounded upbeat about his team being on the right track. The former Mumbai stalwart believes the overall standard of domestic cricket has improved a lot, helping cricketers prepare for international cricket.
“WPL has been an integral part of the players’ progress. There’s no doubt about that. But there are other tournaments in India that we have a good eye on. A lot of domestic players are playing,” Majumdar told PTI.
“WPL is just a part of the BCCI’s initiative. So, I think WPL has been a happy occasion for us. But at the same time, there are some other tournaments that are important.”
Head coach lauds Sri Charani
Sri Charani, who was associated with the Indian team for the first time, was named the ‘Player of the Series’. The left-arm spinner showed commendable composure in tense moments. Though she didn’t get a wicket in the final T20 match, the series was already sealed by India by then. Majumdar heaped praise on the new player and said that she will have a long career.
“I think, you know, from the WPL we recognised her and then I think her progress has been fantastic. Her performance in this series has been amazing. We had a good look at her in the Sri Lanka series where we played a tri-series against South Africa and Sri Lanka. We were looking for a left-arm spinner and she is perfect for the job.”
He further added, “Batting has been our strength for a long time. For one and a half years I have been in charge of the team and I think we have played fearless cricket as far as batting is concerned. The two departments we wanted to focus on were bowling and fielding.”
FAQ
Who is Amol Muzumdar?
Amol Muzumdar is the head coach of the Indian women’s cricket team. He’s a former domestic cricketer with deep knowledge of the game.
What is WPL?
WPL stands for the Women’s Premier League, a professional T20 cricket league in India that features top female cricketers from around the world.
What did Amol Muzumdar say about WPL?
He stated that the WPL has played a key role in improving the skills, confidence, and match experience of Indian women cricketers.
How has the WPL helped Indian women players?
The WPL has exposed them to high-pressure situations, top-level competition, and international teammates, helping them grow faster as professionals.
Which Indian players have improved through the WPL?
Many young talents like Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh, and Saika Ishaque have benefited from WPL experience and shown improvement in international matches.
