Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof says the Twenty20 World Cup is a "big opportunity to showcase our talent" and boost recognition of women's cricket in the country.

India are looking to a new generation of talented young cricketers led by teenage batter Shafali Verma to propel them to a first Women's T20 World Cup title this month.

The Women’s Cricket World Cup begins in New Zealand on Friday, with organisers keen to capitalise on growing interest in the women’s game after overcoming a string of pandemic-related hurdles.