The celebrated members of India's World Cup-winning women's cricket team recently made a sparkling appearance on the popular talk show 'Two Much', hosted by the dynamic duo of Twinkle Khanna and Kajol. The episode featured young batting sensations Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, who shared captivating insights from their historic campaign.
The Fearless Approach to Facing Champions
During the engaging conversation, the hosts delved into the psychological aspect of facing a formidable opponent like Australia in the semi-finals. Kajol pointedly asked the players if they felt intimidated by the seven-time world champions, noting the physical stature of the Australian team. "You are going up there, standing with your bat, and you are facing these people, who are seven-time world champions. Toh darr nahi laga aapko?" she inquired.
Shafali Verma responded with remarkable confidence, revealing their strategic mindset. "I think, unko, as a batsman, ek chauka chakka maar dete, unke shoulder apne aap gir jaate hai. Phir toh… I think yeh technique best rehti hai," she explained, emphasizing that hitting boundaries was their method of breaking the opponent's morale.
Jemimah Rodrigues wholeheartedly agreed, adding a popular Hindi saying that perfectly captured their philosophy: "Aur woh bolte hai na, size pe mat jao, jigar pe jao." This powerful statement about judging courage rather than physical size received enthusiastic applause from everyone present on set.
Reflecting on Past Challenges and Historic Victory
The cricketers also reflected on their previous World Cup experiences, where the Indian team had suffered narrow defeats against the Australian side. They shared how these close losses made their eventual victory even more significant, marking a turning point for women's cricket in India.
The conversation provided a rare glimpse into the mental fortitude required to compete at the highest level of international sports, especially when facing a team with such an impressive championship record.
Hosts Address Show Controversy
In a related development, hosts Twinkle Khanna and Kajol addressed the internet backlash they received for some of their opinions expressed on the show. During a bonus episode, Kajol humorously introduced the segment that had caused the controversy, while Twinkle added a crucial disclaimer advising viewers not to take their advice seriously.
This candid moment added another layer to the episode, showing the hosts' willingness to engage with audience feedback while maintaining the lighthearted spirit of their show.
