The long-awaited ICC Women's Cricket World Cup gets underway on Friday and Australia of course enter the tournament as hot favourites off the back of a dominant four years in the 50-over format. Laura and Emily were on deck for Australia's two warm-up matches, and consider whether the shock nine-wicket to New Zealand will greatly impact the Aussies heading their tournament opener against England. Then former Aussie leg-spinner Kristen Beams returns for a comprehensive preview of the tournament and which teams appear best placed to threaten Australia's hopes of winning back the trophy. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.