Published 14:16 IST, February 27th 2023
Will Ashleigh Gardner lead Gujarat Giants in the inaugural WPL? Team drops huge hint
The franchise of Gujarat Giants, who are yet to announce the captain of their squad, have dropped a major hint on who could indeed lead the team.
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With the inaugural season of Women's Premier League set to begin this week, the franchise of Gujarat Giants, who are yet to announce the captain of their squad, have dropped a major hint on who might indeed lead the team. Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney, and Deandra Dottin are among the leading candidates to take the spot. Gujarat Giants are scheduled to play the season's opener on March 4 against Mumbai Indians.
The team of Gujarat Giants who built an impressive team in the WPL Auction, are yet to name their flagbearer. However, on Monday, the team seemingly gave in the name of who it is going to be.
Through social media, the franchise revealed the jersey of the season and the name that's been showcased in the video presentation is of Ashleigh Gardner's. Thus, strong assertions can be drawn about Gardner's ultimate selection.
While the Jersey reveal gives a hint the only update that can put a stamp to the assertion is the official announcement. Considering the WPL is about to commence, hence, the official announcement can come any time.
Who is Ashleign Gardner?
Ashleigh Garner is an all-rounder, who plays for the Australian national team. A certain starter, Gardner is avital player for her side and with ability to both bat and bowl, she is expected to come out as a formidable asset to the Gujarat Giants teamm.
Gujarat Giants squad for WPL 2023
- Ashleigh Gardner
- Beth Mooney
- Georgia Wareham
- Sneh Rana
- Annabel Sutherland
- Deandra Dottin
- Mansi Joshi
- Monica Patel
- Sabbineni Meghana
- Hurley Gala
- Parunika Sisodia
- Sophia Dunkley
- Sushma Verma
- Tanuja Kanwer
- Harleen Deol
- Ashwani Kumari
- Dayalan Hemalatha
- Shabnam Shakil
Gujarat Giants Team Owner
The Gujarat Giants are owned by the Adani Group. Which in-turn is owned by Gautam Adani.
Updated 14:16 IST, February 27th 2023