Key Takeaways
- 1📊 UPW: 3 losses then win vs Mumbai Indians in WPL
- 2🏆 Nayar's first women's coaching gig demands detail focus
- 3💡 Women's game needs more hands-on tweaks than men's
- 4🔮 UP Warriorz playoff push gains steam post-MI triumph
""In women's cricket, I think the attention to detail is a little more," Abhishek Nayar, who is coaching a women's team for the first time, says"
Abhishek Nayar admits coaching women for the first time with UP Warriorz in WPL 2025-26 has been tougher than expected, demanding sharper attention to detail and hands-on tweaks.
The former India allrounder took over as head coach this season, facing a rocky start with three straight losses. But a gritty win over Mumbai Indians – complete with a warm hug for Harleen Deol – sparked life into UPW's campaign. Nayar notes women's cricket requires more precision, a shift from his men's game experience.
Hands-On Lessons in WPL Pressure Cooker
"In women's cricket, the attention to detail is a little more," Nayar reflects on adapting to the format's nuances. After the MI triumph, UP Warriorz find momentum, blending youth and experience. Nayar's learning curve mirrors the team's resurgence – from despair to delight in Delhi.
As WPL heats up, Nayar's on-the-job evolution could propel UPW into playoffs. Fans are hooked on this fresh coaching saga.
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