Diana Edulji, a former captain of the Indian women's cricket team, has underscored the critical need for openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma to regain their batting form ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled from June 12 to July 5. Following a 1-2 series defeat to England, both players struggled, with Mandhana scoring only 40 runs and Verma 35. Edulji believes that their performance is vital for India's success in the tournament. She dismissed concerns about a tough group draw, stating that T20 cricket's unpredictable nature allows for surprises, emphasizing that any team can triumph on a given day. India will face Pakistan in their opening match on June 14, and Edulji expressed confidence in India's chances, noting their historical dominance over Pakistan in women's cricket. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of the upcoming Test match at Lord's, calling it a landmark moment for women's cricket, especially as she recalls being denied entry to the venue years ago due to gender restrictions. Edulji hopes the team capitalizes on this opportunity and continues the winning momentum from their recent ODI World Cup victory.