After a dominant campaign in 2022, capped by Alyssa Healy\u2019s unforgettable 170-run masterclass in the final against then-defending champions England, Australia are back and ambitious as ever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Now under the leadership of Healy herself, the world\u2019s top-ranked side arrives in sub-continent with history, form, and motivation on their side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Stating that she doesn\u2019t take the captaincy for granted, Healy said that she\u2019s \u2018driven for success\u2019 as the team begin their hunt for a record-extending eighth World Cup title.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking to JioStar, Healy spoke about leading the side and handling pressure, \"I'm focused on the job at hand, and that is to lead the side to an ODI World Cup. I don\u2019t take it for granted, but I\u2019m driven for success in this tournament, so it\u2019s an interesting balance. Everyone wants to beat Australia, but we stay composed under pressure and fight back when our backs are against the wall. That\u2019s how we wrestle the momentum back in our favour.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Middle-order batter Beth Mooney spoke about Australia\u2019s mentality heading into the tournament and said, \u201cAs Australians, we have that never-say-die attitude. We are always in the contest and believe we can win from any position. The will to win and the belief within this group is what gets the job done.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ace all-rounder Annabel Sutherland talked about the seven-time champions\u2019 belief and momentum, saying:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The winning mindset is always about belief. A game can change very quickly; it just takes one moment. Having done that many times before, we have confidence in ourselves to do it again.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Georgia Wareham joined the team after overcoming an injury. Speaking of the same and the team\u2019s ruthlessness, she said, \"Missing the last World Cup through injury was tough, so getting the chance to play this year is exciting, especially in India with its amazing fans. I think what defines this team is its ruthlessness.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We\u2019ve often been in trouble, but different people have stood up at different times and pulled us through. Alyssa leads with passion and so much energy behind the stumps, it\u2019ll be exciting to see her at this World Cup.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Georgia Wareham joined the team after overcoming an injury. Speaking of the same and the team\u2019s ruthlessness, she said, \"Missing the last World Cup through injury was tough, so getting the chance to play this year is exciting, especially in India with its amazing fans. I think what defines this team is its ruthlessness.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Australia will begin their World Cup campaign against New Zealand on Wednesday at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.<\/p>\r\n\r\n