Английская Википедия:Gujarat Giants (WPL)
Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Other uses Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Infobox cricket team The Gujarat Giants are an Indian women's cricket team that compete in the Women's Premier League (WPL), based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The team is owned by Adani Group. The team is coached by Michael Klinger[1] and captained by Beth Mooney.
History
In October 2022, the BCCI announced its intentions to hold a five-team women's franchise cricket tournament in March 2023.[2] The tournament was named the Women's Premier League in January 2023, with investors buying the rights to franchises through a closed bidding process during the same month.[3] Adani Group, the owners of the Gujarat Giants kabaddi team, bought the rights to one of the franchises.[3]
On 30 January 2023, Mithali Raj joined Gujarat Giants as a mentor.[4]
In February 2023, Rachael Haynes was announced as head coach of the side.[5] The inaugural player auction for the WPL was held on 13 February 2023, with Gujarat Giants signing 18 players for their squad.[6] The side finished bottom of the group stage at the inaugural tournament.[7]
Current squad
As per 2024 season.[8] Players in bold have international caps.
Support staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Michael Klinger |
| Batting coach | Tushar Arothe |
| Bowling coach | Nooshin Al Khadeer |
| Fielding coach | Gavan Twining |
| Mentor | Mithali Raj |
Source: Official website[9]
Kit manufacturers and sponsors
| Year | Kit manufacturer | Main shirt sponsor | Back sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | T10 Sports | Ambuja Cement | Fortune |
| 2024 |
Seasons
| Year | League table standing | Final standing |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5th out of 5 | League Stage |
| 2024 | 5th out of 5 | League Stage |
Notes
References
Шаблон:Women's Premier League (cricket) Шаблон:Gujarat Giants WPL squad
