Ashleigh Gardner is bracing herself for a thrilling encounter against India in the Women’s T20 World Cup on October 13, 2024. She acknowledges that India will pose a significant challenge, not just for her but for the entire Australian team ¹. Gardner’s experience playing alongside Indian stars in the Women’s Premier League has given her a firsthand look at the talent and competitive edge India brings to the table.
Australia is currently on a roll, having secured a nine-wicket win over Pakistan in their previous match, with Gardner’s four-fer being instrumental in their victory ². However, Gardner recognizes that India will be a different ball game altogether. She’s had some intense battles with the Indian team in the past, and she’s expecting nothing less this time around ¹.
The stakes are high, with the semi-final spots hanging in the balance. India has two wins and one loss so far, and they’ll need to beat Australia to keep their hopes alive ¹. The match promises to be an electrifying clash between two of the world’s top teams, and Gardner is gearing up to give it her all.