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Cricketers Reveal Intense Rivalry Between India and Australia
11 Oct
Summary
- Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana discuss upcoming India vs Australia clash
- Mandhana reflects on rivalry with Ellyse Perry and playing together in franchise cricket
- Alyssa Healy acknowledges India's home advantage and the fierce contest between the teams
As the highly anticipated India vs Australia clash in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup approaches on October 12, 2025, the captains and star players from both teams have provided a window into the intense rivalry between the sides.
Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur emphasized that playing against Australia brings out the best in her team, as they are constantly challenged to push their limits. Smriti Mandhana, meanwhile, reflected on her ongoing battle with Aussie icon Ellyse Perry, stating that the rivalry will continue until one of them retires. Mandhana also shared how playing alongside Perry in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru franchise cricket team has helped her grow as an athlete.
On the Australian side, captain Alyssa Healy acknowledged the history between the two teams, noting that Australia has never lost a World Cup in India. However, she believes the home conditions should favor India in their quest for a maiden World Cup title. Healy also emphasized the fierce contest that has developed between the women in blue and the women in yellow over the years, with both sides equally driven to dominate the other.
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter between these two cricketing powerhouses, as they look to secure a crucial victory in their pursuit of the coveted World Cup trophy.
