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India eyes T20 World Cup form despite South Africa series setback
20 Apr
Summary
- India captain expresses confidence in team's T20 World Cup readiness.
- Team recently suffered an eight-wicket defeat to South Africa.
- India trails South Africa 2-0 in a five-match T20I series.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur has voiced optimism regarding the team's prospects for the T20 World Cup, scheduled for mid-2026. This confidence persists despite a recent series of losses in the shortest format of cricket. India's current T20I campaign has seen them defeated by South Africa by eight wickets in Durban this past Sunday. This loss put them at a 2-0 deficit in the ongoing five-match series against the Proteas. The T20 World Cup is less than two months away from its commencement.
Kaur is not overly concerned with the team's current form, emphasizing that preparations for the T20 World Cup are underway. The team is focused on rectifying recent performances and aims to quickly regain their optimal playing condition. The captain's assurance suggests a belief in the squad's resilience and their capacity to peak at the right time for the major international tournament.