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The Gujarat Giants are an Indian women's cricket team that compete in the Women's Premier League (WPL), based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The team is owned by Adani Group. The team is coached by Michael Klinger and captained by Beth Mooney.
History
In October 2022, the BCCI announced its intentions to hold a five-team women's franchise cricket tournament in March 2023. The tournament was named the Women's Premier League in January 2023, with investors buying the rights to franchises through a closed bidding process during the same month. Adani Group, the owners of the Gujarat Giants kabaddi team, bought the rights to one of the franchises.
On 30 January 2023, Mithali Raj joined Gujarat Giants as a mentor.
In February 2023, Rachael Haynes was announced as head coach of the side. The inaugural player auction for the WPL was held on 13 February 2023, with Gujarat Giants signing 18 players for their squad. The side finished bottom of the group stage at the inaugural tournament.
The Gujarat Giants Women's team comprises a talented group of players from India and around the world. The team's batting line-up includes experienced players like Harmanpreet Kaur, Priya Punia, and Jemimah Rodrigues, who are known for their aggressive stroke play and ability to score quick runs. The team's bowling attack is led by Indian pacer Arundhati Reddy, who is known for her pace and swing bowling.
The team's home ground is the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The stadium has a seating capacity of 110,000 and is one of the largest cricket stadiums in the world. The team's home matches are played in front of a passionate crowd of cricket fans who come out to support their team.
Overall, the Gujarat Giants Women's team is a formidable force in the Women's T20 Challenge and is known for its aggressive and entertaining brand of cricket. With a talented squad of players and a passionate fan base, the team is poised to achieve great success in the years to come.