Fans are set for a fresh chapter in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) story. Move over, Mumbai, because Delhi and Bengaluru are stepping up to host the action-packed WPL 2024 in late February, likely the last week. This time, two vibrant cities will share the spotlight, promising a double dose of cricket fever for fans across India.
Remember the inaugural season’s thrilling final where Harmanpreet Kaur’s Mumbai Indians (MI) reigned supreme, defeating Meg Lanning‘s Delhi Capitals (DC) in a nail-biting clash? Buckle up, because season 2 is poised to be even bigger and better!
With Delhi and Bengaluru joining the party as per Jagran News, prepare for a fiesta of cricket like never before. Five teams – UP Warriorz, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Giants, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians – are ready to put their best foot forward, vying for the coveted trophy.
Notably, after completion of WPL 2024, IPL 2024 will kick-start from March 22.
WPL 2024 set to be bigger and better
Speaking of putting their best foot forward, the WPL 2024 auction in December 2023 was a game-changer. Kashvee Gautam became the most expensive uncapped player, snapped up by Gujarat Giants for a whopping INR 2 crore. Fellow uncapped sensation Vrinda Dinesh also joined the crore club, bought by UP Warriorz for INR 1.3 crore. Even established stars like Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland found themselves in high demand, fetching top bids.
But the auction wasn’t without its surprises. Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu and West Indies powerhouse Deandra Dottin going unsold sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. It just goes to show that the WPL is a stage where anything is possible, and new stars are waiting to be discovered.
So, mark your calendars, cricket fans! Delhi and Bengaluru are gearing up to paint the town red (and blue, and orange, and green, and… well, all the team colors!). With a wider reach, passionate crowds, and a dash of unexpected twists, WPL 2024 promises to be an unforgettable cricket extravaganza.
Editors pick
