Women's cricket got some much needed publicity when Indian women's team reached the finals of the ICC Women's World Cup 2017 in England.

Though they didn't win the match in the finals, they won the hearts of everyone around the country and are applauded for their spirit and ability to play.

Femina India interviewed the Indian Women's team and spoke to them about their hardships during their initial stages of training. Indian opener Smriti Mandhana was the part of one such interview and she spoke about the support she got from her father and brother, who both played cricket professionally.

Mandhana said, "Fortunately, I have a cricketing background-my father and brother used to play cricket. So my family found it pleasantly surprising, I think, that I wanted to play cricket too, and so, they supported me even more. I started off watching my brother play, and I've learnt a lot from him, especially from the way he bats. My father had a dream that one of his children would play for India, and it feels good that I've made it come true."