India Women’s T20 captain Harmanpreet Kaur says her diet is built around simple, home-cooked food rather than an elaborate regime. In an interview reported by ESPN and covered by outlets including the Free Press Journal and Times of India, she describes a match-day approach that keeps meals light to avoid feeling heavy or bloated during play. Harmanpreet says heavy food can affect movement and disrupt a player’s rhythm when running between the wickets. She typically eats boiled rice and dal, along with vegetarian starters and vegetables, depending on what is available. She adds that the meal feels incomplete without dal, and that she can eat it regularly. Harmanpreet also discusses her largely vegetarian upbringing, where dal features in everyday meals, while non-vegetarian options are generally reserved for dining out or special occasions. For recovery after matches or workouts, she says she chooses balanced protein sources, including egg-based or plant-based options. During travel, she also keeps energy bars on hand. She sometimes indulges in Indian sweets such as barfi and milk cake.