WPL 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur wants to bat ‘more independently‘ as she aims to win back-to-back titles for Mumbai Indians
For enthusiastic followers of Indian women's cricket, Indian batsman Harmanpreet Kaur and Mumbai Indians batsman Harmanpreet Kaur in the Women's Premier League (WPL) can emerge as chalk and cheese . While she bats with some restraint in the colours of India, the 36-year-old becomes a bit more loose in the league, where she is the second-highest run-scorer with 851 runs in 27 matches on a strike. The rate is 143.5.
Ahead of the fourth season starting Friday, the Mumbai Indians captain said he expects to bat a lot more freely without putting too much pressure on himself.
“I feel As a batsman, I want to bat independently. Because it's the only platform where I don't put too much pressure on myself. because it's something where I execute myself I can, though I want to. This is a very important tournament for me, and I just want to contribute as much as possible to my team, "Harmanpreet said in a pre-tournament press conference on Thursday. said in the conference.
In the last three seasons, Harmanpreet's ability to lead a side with multiple all-rounders. The 36-year-old felt it was a ‘blessing‘ to him.
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“I personally like the all-rounders in the team like, and that was the thing we wanted to pick the All-R's on the side ounders. I don't think it's a headache. It is a blessing that you have so many choices.”
“And I think all-rounders are always fill in all the spaces that were on your mind. I'm really happy but we were able to pick one of the best all-rounders in international and even domestic cricket. So hopefully a They will come up with an aggressive mindset and fulfill what they are expecting from the team, ”she said.
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Harmanpreet worked with former England captain Charlotte Edwards as head coach for the first three seasons. However, after taking over as England's head coach in April last year, he did not In A Season, Lisa will work with Keatley.
Harmanpreet AP the way the former Australian cricketer brought a sense of calm to the setup.
“This is the first time I've had a chance to get to know him, and he's our group has been very good for. Everyone is coming and giving great feedback about her. He's very, very calm, relaxed, and I think I really like working with people who are Those who know, those who know their work, those who do not panic at all.
"So, I mean, working with her is something, I think it's going to be very exciting. I want to spend time with her Stem time not found. But I got really good feedback from other players, and I think this sea son is going to be very exciting because I've never worked with him, and I'm sure Not that I'm going to learn a lot from her, ”she said.
Ahead of the fourth season starting Friday, the Mumbai Indians captain said he expects to bat a lot more freely without putting too much pressure on himself.
“I feel As a batsman, I want to bat independently. Because it's the only platform where I don't put too much pressure on myself. because it's something where I execute myself I can, though I want to. This is a very important tournament for me, and I just want to contribute as much as possible to my team, "Harmanpreet said in a pre-tournament press conference on Thursday. said in the conference.
In the last three seasons, Harmanpreet's ability to lead a side with multiple all-rounders. The 36-year-old felt it was a ‘blessing‘ to him.
Harman ke haath mein bat matlab–Guarantor With you! 💪#AaliRe #MumbaiIndians #TATAWPL pic.twitter.c om/Kk8v9ZOqMB
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) January 7, 2026
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js
“I personally like the all-rounders in the team like, and that was the thing we wanted to pick the All-R's on the side ounders. I don't think it's a headache. It is a blessing that you have so many choices.”
“And I think all-rounders are always fill in all the spaces that were on your mind. I'm really happy but we were able to pick one of the best all-rounders in international and even domestic cricket. So hopefully a They will come up with an aggressive mindset and fulfill what they are expecting from the team, ”she said.
Also read | Harmanpreet Kaur's record as captain is untouchable, she has 4-5 more years: Zhu Lawn Goswami
Harmanpreet worked with former England captain Charlotte Edwards as head coach for the first three seasons. However, after taking over as England's head coach in April last year, he did not In A Season, Lisa will work with Keatley.
Harmanpreet AP the way the former Australian cricketer brought a sense of calm to the setup.
“This is the first time I've had a chance to get to know him, and he's our group has been very good for. Everyone is coming and giving great feedback about her. He's very, very calm, relaxed, and I think I really like working with people who are Those who know, those who know their work, those who do not panic at all.
"So, I mean, working with her is something, I think it's going to be very exciting. I want to spend time with her Stem time not found. But I got really good feedback from other players, and I think this sea son is going to be very exciting because I've never worked with him, and I'm sure Not that I'm going to learn a lot from her, ”she said.
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Male Brian Bennett stepped out of his crease for the first time and hit a six over the fielder at long-on.
Echoed – a dramatic, pun-filled rendition of their three-syllable first name.
This is what Sitanshu Kotak said about Abhishek before the game.
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When Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie joined hands at 84/6 and took @L0$.
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There are many options on the C surface."
Is. Adil Rashid
I think you feel a little more pressure, but he is hitting equally well in the nets. Be it or in the 15th over.
When Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie joined hands at 84/6 and took @L0$.
Explains that through Super 8, you cannot always win. Prepare for a potential “slugfest” for those who have already qualified but the adjustment they need will be swift. -What a good choice you have made to join a favorable place.
There are many options on the C surface."
Is. Adil Rashid
I think you feel a little more pressure, but he is hitting equally well in the nets. Be it or in the 15th over.
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Came in Daasa.
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