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T20 World Cup: India’s off-spin bowling all‑rounder Shreyanka Patil said the 64-run victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston was crucial in setting the tone for the rest of their Women’s T20 World Cup campaign. India are aiming to get another win on the trot in their ongoing clash against the Netherlands at Headingley.

“Absolutely, it was a great start. India-Pakistan is something which we all look up to, the game actually, and then actually getting those two points was very crucial for us. It was a great win altogether,” Shreyanka said to broadcasters on Wednesday.

On experiencing the atmosphere in England, she added, “It does absolutely, it’s so electrifying. It’s so amazing to just be here because it’s my first time playing in England. So I’m enjoying it thoroughly, and yeah, it’s great to see some fans here, a lot of Indian fans as well.”