Mithali Raj says “pressure is immense” ahead of ODI series against New Zealand

India ODI captain Mithali Raj has admitted that the pressure is on as the team prepares to play New Zealand in the ODI series, but the squad is optimistic that they would put their best “foot forward” in the next games. From Saturday, the Indian women’s cricket team will play New Zealand in a five-ODI series at John Davies Oval Queenstown in New Zealand. “I’m thrilled to be leading the squad as we take against the WHITE FERNS in New Zealand. While each series is as essential to us, this tournament carries a billion dreams on its shoulders “Mithali Raj stated in a statement.

“The pressure is tremendous, as it usually is, but the squad and I am certain that we will put our best foot forward and deliver our best performance. I am overjoyed that fans in India will be able to root for us as we compete live “she said.

Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine revealed her enthusiasm as the White Ferns prepared to play India in the one-day international series.

“Playing against India is always intriguing. They are a worthy opponent with some of the world’s best players. We are excited to face them in New Zealand and anticipate an exciting series between the two teams “Devine stated.

“I’m also pleased that cricket fans in India will be able to see all of the action from New Zealand in real-time. Their enthusiasm for the game is apparent, and I am confident they will enjoy watching the series live and exclusively on Prime Video “she said.

The high-octane cricket series between India and New Zealand will be exclusive to Amazon Prime Video and will be available live.

The One-Day International (ODI) matches are set to begin on February 12 and conclude on February 24.