Ireland captain Gaby Lewis said playing the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in nearby England will be special for the team and its supporters. She praised Ireland's preparation, highlighted emerging talent in the squad and welcomed increased investment in women's cricket.
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu expressed her excitement about leading the team in another ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. She highlighted the rapid growth of women’s cricket, Sri Lanka’s preparations, squad balance and the importance of the T20 format in expanding the game.
