The loud claps of cricket lovers are resonating in the whole cricket as the crowd is showing their endless love for the rising stars in the Women’s Cricket T20 League. Male cricketers have long dominated the arena of cricket. But currently, cricket enthusiasts are captivated by the stunning performances of the Women cricketers. It proves gender doesn’t matter in cricket, and talent and skills shine.
If you are a fan who is charmed by the performance of the players in the Women’s T20 league, here are some details about the stars you will love to know –
S. Patil—The Top Wicket-Taker in Guyana
In Indian cricket, S. Patil is a prominent name and has successfully garnered a lot of fans. In WT20I, Patil is a rising star whose performance stunned every cricket-lover. The right-arm bowler from Bangalore has played for the team of Bangalore and Karnataka. In 42 WT20 matches, she has taken 52 wickets and secured an average of 16.19. She debuted in ODI in 2023, and in a short span, she snatched the spotlight. Besides playing for Bangalore, she has also played for Guyana. While playing for Guyana, she became the top wicket-taker in that series. The 21-year-old all-rounder is also associated with various academies. She has shown her skills in international games while playing for the Indian team against Australia.
T. Sadhu—The Nightmares for Batters
Sadhu has made a long-lasting impression despite their age. Her exceptional bowling skills have earned her praise from cricket fans worldwide. The 2004-born is known for bringing nightmares to the batters with her swing balls. Before playing for Delhi, the pacer played domestic-level cricket for Bengal. The bowler played for the U-19 India team as well. She made her international debut in 2023 and represented India in the International games. She also runs her academy in Hooghly.
R. Ghosh—The Player with a Remarkable Stat
R. Ghosh is well-known for bagging recognition in her career’s early stages. The 2003-born cricket star is a skilled wicketkeeper, but she has also shown her remarkable abilities as a batter. Her performance has helped her team win multiple times. The 20-year-old from Bengal has played for Bangalore. Ghosh has already made a name in WODI and WT20I matches. In 41 WT20I, she made 620 runs with an average of 24.8. She also has a remarkable stat in WODI, in which she made 428 runs with an average of 26.75 runs in 19 matches.
S. Verma—Beware of her Right Hand
Often, cricket fans praise her opening performance. After making her T20I debut in 2019, Verma made her ODI debut in 2021. Though she has yet to gain experience, her present game stats reflect her talent. In T20I and ODI, the right-handed batter has an average of 25 runs. She also has an average of 60.5 in her two test matches. She has become a known face after playing for the Under-19 and Indian team. Besides playing for the Delhi team, Verma has also played for the teams of Birmingham and Sydney. In total, she has played 23 WODIs and 68 WT20I matches.
J. Rodrigues—Do You Remember Her Double Century?
Who can forget her double century in under 19 against Saurashtra? She is the second batter after S. Mandhana to score a double century as a woman cricketer. She made her T20I debut in a match against South Africa in 2018. The batter from Mumbai played for the team of Maharashtra. The 23-year-old Middle-order Batter is well known for her off-break bowling. Rodriques is also a right-hand batter who has made 126 runs in 9 matches for the Delhi team and has an average of 25.20. The batter plays for the Delhi team in the Women’s T20 league. With her talent, the 2000-liner has already earned several accolades. Not just in cricket, she also made a name in Hockey and played for Maharashtra’s Under-17 Field Hockey team.
H. Kaur—You Cannot Miss the Captain!
The Indian cricketer is one of the trailblazers of Indian cricket in both national and international games. The batting all-rounder is a representative of new-era Indian cricket. She made her ODI debut in 2009 at the age of 20. The right-hand batter and off-break bowler is also an efficient fielder. She also debuted in T20I international cricket in the same year. Her powerful hits have helped her bag praise from cricket enthusiasts from all over the world. As the ODI Captain, Kaur’s contribution to the Indian Cricket team is significant. She holds the record of scoring most runs (171) in an innings in the Women’s One-day internationals. Not only for the Indian team, she supports the Mumbai team in the Women’s T20 League. Her fiery personality and aggression on the field make her a remarkable leader and an outstanding player.
S. Mandhana—The Name is Enough
The left-hand batsman and off-break bowler is a name that inspires young girls to play cricket. Mandhana debuted in the Indian Cricket Team after playing domestic cricket for years. Mandhana, a fan of Virat Kohli herself, has a massive fan following. She has played for several national as well as international series. She made 855 runs in 22 international matches with an average of 38.86. The 27-year-old plays for the Bangalore team in the Women’s T20 League. The Opener-batter is also leading the team of Bangalore. In the nine matches for the team, she secured a score of 149, with a strike rate of 111.19. Mandhana’s expert attacking style can be a terror to her opponents.
The Women’s T20 League has a special meaning in the hearts of every Indian cricket enthusiast. Besides being a form of entertainment, the game series is also breaking barriers and inspiring future generations. The Women’s League’s stars shine as they enrich the field with their unique personalities and skill sets. The women cricketers aim to achieve new heights while motivating the coming generation to dream big.
