RCB has announced the replacement of the injured Shreyanka Patil in their Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 squad with Gujarat Giants' all-rounder Sneha Rana. Rana, previously unsold at the WPL 2025 auction, has a record of six wickets in 12 games at an economy of 9.02. The reason for Patil's injury is still unknown, but she played a major role in RCB's previous title-winning campaign and is the tournament's leading wicket-taker with 13 wickets in eight games. Rana's arrival was announced by RCB through a social media post, expressing excitement for her role in the team.
RCB Signs Sneha Rana as Shreyanka Patil's Replacement in WPL 2025 Squad
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has announced the addition of Gujarat Giants' all-rounder Sneha Rana to their Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 squad, replacing the injured Shreyanka Patil.
Rana was previously unsold at the WPL 2025 auction. However, she has impressed with her performances for the Gujarat Giants, taking six wickets in 12 games at an economy rate of 9.02.
Patil, a key player for RCB in the 2023 WPL season, suffered an injury that sidelined her for the remainder of the tournament. She played a crucial role in RCB's title-winning campaign, finishing as the tournament's leading wicket-taker with 13 wickets in eight games.
RCB announced Rana's acquisition through a social media post, expressing their excitement for her contribution to the team. The post read, "We are thrilled to welcome @SnehaRana44 to the #PlayBoldFamily! She is known as a fierce all-rounder and we can't wait to see her make an impact with us. #RCB #WPL2025."
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why was Shreyanka Patil injured? The reason for Patil's injury is currently unknown.
2. What is Sneha Rana's record in the WPL? Rana has played 12 games in the WPL, taking six wickets at an economy rate of 9.02.
3. What is Patil's record in the WPL? Patil has played eight games in the WPL, taking 13 wickets, the most by any player in the tournament's history.
4. What is Rana's role in the RCB team? Rana is an all-rounder, capable of both batting and bowling. She is expected to play a major role in RCB's bowling attack.
5. What are RCB's expectations from Sneha Rana? RCB will be hoping that Rana can replicate her performances for the Gujarat Giants and provide them with valuable contributions in both bowling and batting.
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