Important that we carry forward the Mumbai Indians legacy: Edwards

Mumbai : At the end of the first week of action in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Mumbai Indians are the only unbeaten team in the competition. As of now, they are sitting on top of the points table, having won each of their three matches comprehensively.

Head coach Charlotte Edwards, who has played an instrumental role in integrating the players seamlessly into the set up and has also gotten them to gel with each other, believes the team led by Harmanpreet Kaur is doing justice to the brand and mentality associated with Mumbai.

“It is very important for us as a group that we carry on the legacy that Mumbai Indians have created over the years and it is absolutely an honour to be part of this team. We hope to continue that winning mentality and success,” she said in a release by the franchise.

For India’s pace all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar, the journey from being a Mumbai fan on seeing them in the IPL to being one of their stars has been an unforgettable one. “At the auction, I wasn’t worried about the price. I just wanted to be a part of Mumbai Indians and now that it has happened, I’m extremely happy.”

Batting coach Devieka Palshikaar credited the team’s diversity and their scouting network and abilities for recruiting the best young talent in the country for having a healthy mix of young and experienced players in the ongoing competition.

“If you see, Mumbai Indians have the most representation from different countries. Even if you look at the domestic players, a lot of them have been absorbed into the team at a very young age. The freedom that the young players get here is really good.”

Mumbai Indians will be aiming to extend their domination at the top when they face the UP Warriorz on Sunday at the Brabourne stadium in Mumbai. IANS

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