File image of Australian cricketer Beth Mooney throughout a observe session for the nationwide workforce
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Australia’s Beth Mooney will captain Gujarat Giants in the Women’s Premier League starting on February 23, the franchise introduced on Wednesday.
Mooney was named captain for the inaugural season as properly however bought injured after the primary recreation and couldn’t take additional half in the competitors. India all-rounder Sneh Rana had led the aspect in her absence.
Rana has been named vice-captain for season two.
Gujarat had completed final in the five-team competitors in 2023.
“They (Mooney and Rana) will be part of the leadership group with head coach Michael Klinger, mentor and advisor Mithali Raj, and assistant coach Nooshin Al Khadee,” mentioned the workforce in an announcement.
Gujarat Giants will open their marketing campaign in opposition to Mumbai Indians in Bengaluru on February 25.