Ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Indian women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasized the significance of mental strength, especially in the crucial final overs of matches. The team has been preparing at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru and will start their campaign on October 4 against New Zealand in Dubai, facing tough competition in Group A, which includes defending champions Australia. Kaur noted that India's history of finishing as runners-up in major tournaments, including the 2020 T20 World Cup and the 2022 Commonwealth Games, highlights the need for mental fortitude in high-pressure situations. She expressed hope that their focus on mental training will help the players perform their best during critical moments. The team has been working on enhancing their mental resilience to overcome past setbacks, with Kaur highlighting the camaraderie among players from diverse backgrounds. The T20 World Cup represents a chance for India to finally secure their first ICC trophy, having previously reached the finals thrice without success.