Gujarat Giants have named Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner as their captain for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 season. The announcement came on Wednesday (February 5), with Gardner replacing her teammate Beth Mooney as the team looks to improve its performance in the tournament.
Gardner has been a key player for the Giants since the league’s inception. Over the last two seasons, she has scored 324 runs and taken 17 wickets. However, despite her contributions, Gujarat Giants have struggled, finishing at the bottom of the table in both editions. In WPL 2024, they managed only two wins in eight matches, prompting a leadership change.
Gardner Reacts to Captaincy Announcement
The franchise confirmed Gardner’s appointment via an official social media post, welcoming her as the new leader of the team.
“A proven match-winner and a fearless competitor will now lead the #Giant pack! 💪🧡 Welcome, Captain Ashleigh Gardner, who is ready to take charge in #TATAWPL2025! 😍”
Expressing her excitement, Gardner shared her thoughts on this new responsibility.
“It is an absolute honor to be named captain of Gujarat Giants. I have loved being part of this team, and I am excited to lead this fantastic group in the upcoming season. We have a great mix of young and experienced players and plenty of Indian talent. I look forward to working with the team and making our fans proud,” Gardner said.
The Gujarat Giants will aim for a fresh start under Gardner’s leadership. They will begin their WPL 2025 campaign against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on February 14 in Vadodara.
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