Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur was elated with her team’s performance against their arch-rivals Pakistan as they steamrolled the opposition with a seven-wicket win in their fixture in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign on Saturday, September 5, in Dubai.
Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Harmanpreet expressed her happiness with the way the team performed in a ruthless way. She also credited her bowlers for sticking to their plans. Moreover, she also shared her views on losing three quick wickets in the 56-run chase.
“Very important game for us, and really happy with the way the entire team performed, because we talk about being ruthless, and I’m really happy with the way we performed. All the bowlers were outstanding. They are sticking to their plans and bowling according to their plans and reading the pitch really well. I think that is the key, understanding the pitch and then executing your plans accordingly,” Harmanpreet Kaur said at the post-match presentation.
“I think it’s part of the game (On losing three wickets). They also bowled a few good balls, and I think the important thing was just being there, just keep batting and finish the game as soon as possible,” she added.
Harmanpreet, on Saturday, emerged as the first player to have captained a team in 150 T20Is across men’s and women’s international cricket. She thanked her entire team, support staff for being behind her throughout her career.
“I’m grateful. I never thought I’ll come that far, but all the people behind me who’s been supporting, I’m really grateful, and hopefully keep getting the support, because I think without support I’m nothing and yeah, I’m grateful, and the entire team, support staff, they’ve been outstanding. So yeah, I mean, many more to come hopefully. Let’s keep continuing the good work,” she concluded.
