Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir back India women's team before T20 World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir expressed support for the India women's team prior to their T20 World Cup 2026 opener against Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 14. Players from the men's team, including Shubman Gill, delivered personal video messages urging the women to secure the elusive T20 title. Following a historic ODI World Cup victory last year, expectations are high for Harmanpreet Kaur's squad. The tournament poses a crucial opportunity as the women aim to convert previous near-misses into success.
- •India women's team faces Pakistan in the T20 World Cup opener.
- •Rohit Sharma urges the team to win after recent successes.
- •Gautam Gambhir encourages players to play with confidence.
- •BCCI shared video messages from the men's team for motivation.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — 'Script history': Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir send messages to IND women's team ahead of T20 World Cup opener vs. PAK
"Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, and Shubman Gill have sent heartwarming messages of support to the India Women's team ahead of their T20 World Cup 2026 opener vs Pakistan.
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