India’s vice-captain Smriti Mandhana observes that the most significant transformation in the women’s team since the last T20 World Cup is the belief that every player can be a “match-winner". This shift is attributed to an enhanced focus on fitness and preparation.

India aims to break their World Cup jinx in the upcoming weeks, with their campaign starting against Sri Lanka in Guwahati on September 30.

“I think our belief has changed a lot and it only changes with what work you put behind it. When the effort is there, the fight will always be there," Mandhana was quoted as saying on JioStar. “That’s one thing that has changed with this team — everyone believes they are match-winners."

The 29-year-old opener acknowledged that the previous T20 World Cup profoundly impacted her as an athl

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