Smriti Mandhana has been named as the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore for Women’s Premier League 2023. Mandhana was introduced in by the franchise for the very best bidding quantity of the public sale at INR 3.40 cr.
RCB shared a video on Twitter, the place Virat Kohli and skipper Faf du Plessis made the announcement. “Now it’s time for another No. 18 to lead a very special RCB team in WPL. Yes, we are talking about Smriti Mandhana. Go on Smriti. You will have the support of the best team and the best fans in the world,” Kohli mentioned.
RCB chairman Prathmesh Mishra mentioned, “Smriti is central to our play bold philosophy and cricketing plans. We have handed her the leadership role, and we are confident that Smriti will lead RCB to greater heights.”
Reacting to the information, Mandhana mentioned that she is trying ahead to recieving all of the love and assist from followers. “It is such a great feeling to see Virat and Faf speak so much about leading RCB, and I would like to thank RCB management for giving me this amazing opportunity. I am looking forward to receiving all the love and support from your fans who I am told are the best in the World. I promise you to give my 100% to lead RCB to success in WPL.”
Mandhana’s Numbers
The fiery left-hander averages 27.15 from 113 WT20Is and has amassed 2661 runs at a strike price of 123.19. She is likely one of the most sought-after gamers within the world T20 circuit, having performed for Brisbane Heat, Sydney Thunder (Women’s BBL), Western Storm (Kia Super League) and Southern Brave (The Hundred).
Smriti lately received the ICC Women’s Cricketer Of The Year after smashing 855 runs in 2021 from 22 matches. The inaugural season of WPL is about to start on March 4.
Mandhana can be in motion on March 5, with RCB set to tackle Delhi Capitals.
