The Women’s Premier League (WPL) is all set to make a triumphant return in 2024, and cricket fans are buzzing with excitement as the franchises unveil their lists of retained and released players. With 60 players retained across five franchises, including 21 overseas cricketers, and 29 players released, the stage is set for a thrilling season of women’s T20 cricket.
Delhi Capitals (DC) have retained a formidable squad for the 2024 season. The list of retained players includes star cricketers such as Alice Capsey, Arundhati Reddy, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jess Jonassen, Laura Harris, and Meg Lanning. This strong core promises an exciting season for DC, and fans can’t wait to see them in action.
Gujarat Giants (GG) have also retained a solid lineup, with players like Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney, and Dayalan Hemalatha. However, they have released players like Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, and Sophia Dunkley. GG’s strategy appears to focus on building a well-balanced team.
The Mumbai Indians (MI) have chosen to retain key players, including Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr, and Hayley Matthews, ensuring their batting and bowling departments remain formidable. MI’s squad is a blend of experience and youth, offering promise for the upcoming season.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have retained a dynamic set of players, featuring Ellyse Perry, Heather Knight, and Smriti Mandhana, among others. Their squad boasts a mix of versatile cricketers who can make a significant impact during the tournament.
UP Warriorz (UPW) have retained Alyssa Healy, Deepti Sharma, and Sophie Ecclestone, showcasing their commitment to maintaining a competitive roster.
The list of released players includes notable names like Erin Burns, Megan Schutt, and Poonam Khemnar, who will be up for grabs in the upcoming player auctions, adding an element of intrigue to team compositions.
With the second edition of the Women’s Premier League just around the corner, fans are eagerly anticipating the action-packed matches that will showcase the incredible talent and skills of women cricketers. The battle for the WPL Trophy promises to be a spectacle that cricket enthusiasts won’t want to miss.
As we count down the days to the start of the 2024 WPL season, the stage is set for a thrilling tournament, and cricket fans can’t wait to witness their favorite teams in action.
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