Phoebe Litchfield Urges Australia Batters to Take Ownership Against India in Women’s Cricket

In the ongoing Australia vs India women’s cricket series, left-handed batter Phoebe Litchfield has been clear about what her team needs from the Australia batters ahead of the next match. With the India cricket challenge strong, Litchfield has stressed the importance of taking control with the bat after a disappointing start in the first T20I of the series.

Australia Batters Must Be More Accountable

Litchfield spoke honestly about the team’s batting performance and what needs to change. She told reporters, "I think just some ownership with the bat. I reckon that’s probably where we fell short." Litchfield explained that Australia began their last game well but were unable to maintain momentum because they ran out of batters when it mattered most.

She continued with a focus on responsibility, saying, "I think just a bit more ownership as a batting unit and hopefully we can either set a big score or chase a big score." Litchfield made it clear the team has reflected on their performance and is eager to make changes in the upcoming matches.

England Series Start and the Context Against India

Australia’s limited T20 slate this season means every performance carries extra weight as the team prepares for the next T20 World Cup. Litchfield noted that the team has had “only three T20Is since March,” making this India series important for both confidence and consistency.

She highlighted how players must adapt to evolving roles within the squad, saying that while many players participate in T20 cricket year-round in various roles, adaptability is key for success at the international level.

Litchfield Also Working on Wicketkeeping Skills

Beyond her batting, Litchfield is also preparing to contribute in other ways. With long-time wicketkeeper Alyssa Healy nearing the end of her international career and Beth Mooney taking over full-time keeping duties, Litchfield has been enhancing her own wicketkeeping skills as a reliable backup option.

She remarked on the importance of versatility, explaining that having “more strings to your bow” can help the team adapt and free up space in the squad for different skill sets. Litchfield is careful to say she is not trying to take anyone’s place but wants to be ready if called upon.

What Lies Ahead for Australia and India

As the Australia vs India women’s cricket series unfolds, Australia will be looking to improve their batting performance after a tough first outing. Litchfield’s call for stronger batting ownership underlines how crucial it is for the team to build partnerships and post competitive totals, or chase them down successfully. With the next matches set to test Australia’s resilience and adaptability, Litchfield’s insights reflect both urgency and belief in her squad’s potential.