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Can the WPL produce superstars from domestic Indian cricketers this third edition? | Cricket News

Can the WPL produce superstars from domestic Indian cricketers this third edition? | Cricket News

From one city in its inaugural edition, the Women’s Premier League will spread its wings a little further for the third season, being held in four different venues across the country, starting with Vadodara on Friday. Gujarat Giants will play hosts to Royal Challengers Bengaluru as the first leg kicks off at the BCA Stadium. After six matches, the caravan will shift to the home of the defending champions in Bengaluru. Lucknow will then take centerstage where UP Warriorz will get a chance to play in their home venue for the first time, then the curtains will come down in Mumbai. Indian cricket, meanwhile, would love to see the spread of WPL across the length and breadth of the country reflected in the performances on the field too. There is little doubt that the first two editions have helped female domestic cricketers achieve financial security while also providing a bigger platform to showcase their skills. The likes of Saika Ishaque, Asha Sobhana, Sajana Sajeevan and Shreyanka Patil have gone on to play for India, thanks …

WPL: Sloppy Gujarat Giants remain winless as Delhi Capitals’ impressive run takes them to the top | Cricket News

As Delhi Capitals cantered to a 25-run win over Gujarat Giants despite a bit of a wobble with the bat in their Women’s Premier League (WPL) fixture on Sunday, the difference between a top-level franchise at the top of the league table and a messily-assembled, inexperienced squad had never been clearer. Giants had done well to take wickets through the middle overs in the first innings but even as their bowling delivered, sloppy batting, careless fielding – which included dropping a few sitters – allowed Meg Lanning’s side reach 163. And by staying sharp in the field and not allowing their opponents any gifts, Capitals’ par total proved beyond Giants’ flailing batting order. Lanning’s 41-ball 55 was crucial in avoiding a collapse for her side, especially on a day the depth of their batting order was tested in the absence of the big-hitting Marizanne Kapp. But she was given a helping hand by the fielders. Kathryn Bryce dropped a sitter when the Aussie had scored 30. Nine balls later, she raised her bat for a …