WOMEN'S PREMIERE LEAGUE (WPL)

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) is a women’s Twenty20 cricket franchise league in India. It is owned and operated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The inaugural season took place in March 2023, and the Mumbai Indians emerged as the champions, securing their first title. Matches were held in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, with five franchises participating.

Here are some key details about the Women’s Premier League:

• Format: Twenty20 cricket.

• Number of Teams: Initially, there were five teams.

• Tournament Structure: Double round-robin followed by playoffs (knock-out stage).

• Top Run Scorer: Meg Lanning with 345 runs.

• Current Champion: Mumbai Indians (1st title).

• Top Wicket Taker: Hayley Matthews with 16 wickets.

• Website: WPLT20.com

• Broadcast: India Sports18 (Television) and JioCinema (Internet).

The league’s mascot, Shakti, is a tigress wearing a sky-blue cricket uniform. The structure of the WPL is based on that of the Indian Premier League (IPL), and the Board plans to expand the league in future seasons if it proves successful. During the first season, tickets were made available free to women as part of an inclusive initiative.

The Women’s Premier League adds to the growing prominence of women’s cricket in India, providing a platform for talented players to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.

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