‘Entire Team was…’: Harmanpreet Kaur on big win after 3 defeats

“Credit goes to the entire team for the way we fought today. We knew how important this game was, the entire team was charged up, and I am happy with how we played today. Credit goes to Smriti and Pratika for the way they took responsibility. We got a very good start,” Harmanpreet said.

On the pressure of playing a home World Cup, she said, “Whenever you are playing at home, everyone expects a lot from you. As a team, we discuss that this is our home and the crowd is always cheering for us. This is a moment to enjoy rather than just putting pressure on ourselves.”

Frustrating tournament for NZ

Having endured three losses from six games, White Ferns skipper Sophie Devine termed it a frustrating tournament.

“We are incredibly disappointed and gutted, not just for ourselves but for our friends and family. Frustrating tournament — would have loved more opportunities to play and with the bat. Credit to them. Target was just too big for us,” said Devine.

( With PTI Inputs )