New Delhi, Jan. 5 -- Hailing from the land of track-and-field legends with a history of cricketing greatness too, Jamaica's Chinelle Henry used to wonder if she made a mistake by choosing cricket - a game that didn't immediately choose her back. However, today, she carries the hopes of Delhi Capitals (DC) as it aims to win the Women's Premier League (WPL) after three final defeats in a row. Henry's breakout WPL debut with UP Warriorz ensured she would be hot property at the players auction. DC secured her services for Rs.1.3 crore, and from the outset the messaging from the franchise was simple: don't change. "They told me they brought me here because they trust my power game and finishing ability," the 30-year-old told HT. "With someone like Shafali (Verma) at the top and me in the lower order, it could be a special year. The message was clear - don't change who you are as a player. That's why I'm here." While the Capitals have retained a strong core, the challenge lies in integrating new additions like the Jamaican. Henry has the experience and also knows the winning way. She has played 57 WODIs and 67 WT20Is for the Windies and was also part of Barbados Royals' 2023 Women's Caribbean Premier League champion side. A pace-bowling all-rounder is a valuable asset in T20 cricket. With Annabel Sutherland withdrawing from this WPL, responsibility on Henry has grown. "I wouldn't call it pressure or a spotlight," she said. "It's about fitting into the team and doing what's needed to win. Whether that's bowling or batting, I'm happy to contribute. "Annabel is a great player and will be missed, but this is a good opportunity for myself and others to step up," Henry said. "DC have made the final quite a few times, so hopefully this year we can do something special and go one step further to become WPL champions." Henry's impact last season was emphatic. She scored 163 runs and took six wickets. What stood out was that she finished with the best strike rate (196.39) across all three WPL editions. She struck the joint-fastest WPL fifty (18 balls) to equal Sophia Dunkley's feat, a knock that came against her new franchise. Much of her power can be traced back to her foundation in track and field and football. However, Henry believes her preparation plays just as significant a role. "When you know your game and your strengths, power-hitting being one of mine, it's about leaning into that while still improving other areas," she said. "Technique, trust in your ability, and developing other skills are just as important. It's about knowing when to execute those skills at different stages of the game."...