Anjum Chopra Backs Harmanpreet Kaur to Lead India at Asian Games
· Sports · Times of India, NDTV Sports
Former India captain Anjum Chopra has endorsed Harmanpreet Kaur to continue leading the Indian women's cricket team despite scrutiny over her recent batting form. Harmanpreet scored 71 runs across five matches during the Women's T20 Asia Cup in Dubai, where India secured a record-extending eighth title. Chopra emphasized that Harmanpreet remains the best captain for the squad as the team prepares for upcoming assignments including the Asian Games in Japan. India enter the Asian Games as defending champions and overwhelming favourites, though Chopra noted that adapting quickly to unfamiliar conditions will present a significant challenge. Opening batter Shafali Verma also received praise after topping the Asia Cup scoring charts with 236 runs.
Why it matters
Harmanpreet Kaur's leadership and batting form are crucial as India defends its title at the Asian Games and builds momentum toward the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy in 2027.
Read the original report — Times of India
Join us on Telegram
Breaking news the moment it lands. At 10,000 members we ship the Android app.