Lisa Sthalekar ranked India as one of the favourites to at least reach the semi-final of the Women's T20 World Cup, if not the final. India will aim to clinch their maiden women's World Cup title.

With prize money equal to their male counterparts, the women's T20 World Cup will be a landmark event as momentum builds for women's cricket.

Poonam Yadav highlighted the tactical decisions captain Harmanpreet Kaur may have to make, particularly regarding the balance between pacers and spinners in the playing XI.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur was confident that her team can defeat Australia during the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup. In the recent past, Australia has proven to be India's nemesis in the crucial matches however Harmanpreet believes things will be different this time around.

The tournament opener for India pits them against New Zealand, a side known for its resilience and aggressive play.

Former Australian captain Lisa Sthalekar said India have the all-round depth to grab an elusive ICC title during the upcoming women's T20 World Cup. The global showpiece will be held in the UAE from October 3 and India's best effort in the event remains a final berth in 2020,

The ninth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup gets under way on October 3 in the United Arab Emirates, where 10 teams will participate in the 17-day tournament for a chance to lift the trophy currently held by record six-time champions Australia.

The feeling of near misses has haunted Harmanpreet Kaur for the long but the Indian captain feels that her team has been able to tick all the boxes in its bid to cross the line as it starts its Women's T20 World Cup campaign in Bangladesh from October 3-20.