Indian players Kanika Ahuja and Kashvee Gautam will no longer be playing in the upcoming 2024 season of the Women’s Premier League due to injuries. In their place, Mumbai's Sayali Sathgare and Maharashtra's Shraddha Pokharkar have been named as replacements by their respective teams. The Gujarat Giants, who had secured Kashvee for a record-breaking Rs 2 crore in the player auction, will be hoping to turn their fortunes around this season as they face the defending champions Mumbai Indians on 25 February.
WPL 2024: Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam Ruled Out Due to Injuries
Indian players Kanika Ahuja and Kashvee Gautam have unfortunately been ruled out of the upcoming 2024 season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) due to injuries. This news comes as a blow to their respective teams, Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Giants.
Kanika Ahuja, a wicket-keeper batter, suffered a knee injury during a recent training session. Kashvee Gautam, an all-rounder, has been sidelined with a shoulder injury.
In their place, Mumbai Indians have signed Sayali Sathgare, a wicket-keeper batter from Maharashtra. Gujarat Giants have replaced Gautam with Shraddha Pokharkar, a batter from Maharashtra.
The Gujarat Giants had secured Gautam's services for a record-breaking Rs 2 crore in the player auction. However, they will now hope to turn their fortunes around this season with Pokharkar in their squad.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers:
When did the injuries occur? Kanika Ahuja and Kashvee Gautam sustained their injuries during training sessions.
What are the injuries? Ahuja has a knee injury, while Gautam has a shoulder injury.
Who has replaced them in their teams? Mumbai Indians have signed Sayali Sathgare, while Gujarat Giants have brought in Shraddha Pokharkar.
When is the WPL 2024 season scheduled to begin? The tournament begins on February 25, 2024.
Which team will Gujarat Giants face in their first match? Gujarat Giants will face the defending champions Mumbai Indians in their opening match.
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