ODI World Cup 2022: Cohesion, consistency key for Indian women
Mithali's team first up against Pakistan on SundayDowncast eyes, tears and dejection. The mood of the Indian women's cricket team at Lord's after the 2017 World Cup final, which they lost by eight runs to hosts England, is a frozen frame in the history of women's cricket in our country. Add to that the heartbreak of the 2020 World T20 final defeat to Australia. India have twice come within touching distance of staking claim to their maiden ICC trophy. Will 2022 be that year? India open their campaign in New Zealand against Pakistan on Sunday. The Mithali Raj-led team is an exciting mix of ageing stars, proven talent and upcoming youngsters. In each of their seven league matches, India will have to bring their 'A' game. For that to happen, they will have to fire as a cohesive unit, which is something they have failed to do in recent times.


