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'Deeply concerning': Outrage over claims of Australian players being allegedly harassed during India tour

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Main Image: Australia women's national cricket team (AAP), Ingested image: Molina Asthana (left) and Melissa Monterio (right)

Reports of alleged harassment of two Australian women cricketers in the Indian city of Indore have raised international concerns about security arrangements during the ICC Women’s World Cup. After swift action was taken, we spoke with Melissa Monteiro, Chair of the Settlement Council of Australia, and Molina Asthana, founder of Multicultural Women in Sport, who voiced their concerns regarding the protection and well-being of female athletes.


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