Anjum Chopra, former captain of the India Women’s team, has shared her opinion on the inaugural Women’s Premier League 2023 (WPL), slated to begin on March 4, 2023.
The opening match will be contested at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai between the Gujarat Giants and the Mumbai Indians. Since discussions about the WPL first began, the clamor surrounding it among fans and cricket experts has multiplied exponentially.
“This has been a lengthy trip. Finally, the league is forming, and the first coin toss will occur between two franchises… so, sure. It’s a vastly different sensation from where the sport originated and where I began playing cricket. Even those who began playing years before I did; from then till now, it has been a lengthy journey. Simply relax and enjoy the trip,” she told News 18 prior to the tournament’s opening match.
The former left-handed batter’s excitement was difficult to conceal. She stated that the upcoming event was not only historic but also revolutionary in the world of sports. She regretted that she could not participate in the inaugural event as a player, but she was excited to “enjoy the ride” as a commentator and spectator.
The 45-year-old said that the greatest benefit of the WPL, particularly for Indian players, is that it will allow them to share a changing room with the best players in the world and learn from them. It will inspire players to absorb all the specifics and implement them in their own games to improve their abilities.
“For instance, I played for Delhi U-19 and then for the North Zone, if such a thing were possible.” In 2023, I will win the Under-19 World Cup, join a cricket franchise, and rub elbows with Meg Lanning, Beth Mooney, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Smriti Mandhana ! It is significant for them. If asked, they would not have imagined themselves in this predicament at this time. Hence, it will be difficult; it is the essence of sport “She continued.
Anjum Chopra was quick to name the Mumbai Indians as her favorite squad in the WPL when questioned about her favorite team. She continued by stating that it was regrettable that Gujarat Giants’ Deandra Dottin was ruled out at the last minute. Anjum simply desired a fantastic beginning to a terrific tournament.
“On paper, I believe the Mumbai Indians to be stronger. And Gujarat Giants have been dealt a setback, as Deandra Dottin has been ruled out and replaced by Kim Garth. Harman is competing against Beth Mooney, so I anticipate a wonderful game. “She reached a conclusion.
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