In an important announcement that has caused emotion among fans, the Gujarat giants They have revealed their new captain for the next Premier League Female (WPL) 2025. With the tournament that will begin on February 14, Gujarat will play the opening game against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Kotambi stadium in Vadodara. The franchise points to a stronger performance this season after a disappointing campaign last year.
Gujarat Giants Hand Captainy to talented land
Gujarat giants have named the all -terrain Australians Ashleight Gardner As his new captain for the 2025 edition of WPL. Gardner assumes the leadership role of his compatriot Beth Mooneywho led the team in the previous season. Gardner, a vital player in the Australian Cricket, has constantly delivered the winning performances of the match and has been a key taxpayer to the domain of his national team in the World Cricket.
A proven party winner and a brave competitor will now lead the #Giant pack! 💪🧡
Welcome, Captain Ashleight Gardner who is ready to take care #TataWPL2025! 😍#Gujaratgiants #Dale #Adani pic.twitter.com/ik9bu7ipa6
– Gujarat Giants (@Giant_Crickt) February 5, 2025
Impressive numbers for the star player
Gardner has been an integral part of the Gujarat Giants since the beginning of the League. In the last two seasons of WPL, he has accumulated 324 races and climbed 17 WICKETS, demonstrating his complete skills. Their achievements extend beyond WPL, since he has won the Belinda Clark award twice, played a crucial role in the triumph of the Gold Medal of the Australia 2022 Commonwealth Games, and was appointed tournament player in the T20 2023 World Cup.
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High expectations under the leadership of the new captain
With Gujarat ending at the bottom of the table last season, the expectations will be high under Gardner’s captaincy. The team achieved only two victories in eight games, and a new leadership approach could be the change of play they need. The franchise will deposit in Gardner’s experience and leadership skills to change its fortune on WPL 2025.
Speaking about his appointment, Gardner expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm for the opportunity. She emphasized her strong link with the team and her desire to lead the team in the next season.
“It is an absolute honor for me to be appointed Captain of Gujarat Giants. I loved being part of this team, and I am excited to lead this fantastic group in the next season. We have a large mixture of young and experienced players and a lot of Indian talent in our team. I hope to work with the team and proud our fans “, Gardner said as cited by HT.
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This article was first published on Womencket.com, a Cricket Times company.