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WPL 2023: I want to enjoy the cricket, says Delhi Capitals' Taniyaa Bhatia ahead of opening match against RCB

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Taniya Bhatia WPL DC

The inaugural season of the Women's Premier League is set to create many new avenues for women's cricket in the country.

The tournament, which starts from March 4, will be comprised of 5 teams in its first season. Delhi Capitals are one of the teams and they are preparing for the upcoming tournament with their full squad.

Delhi Capitals have a decent blend of Indian and overseas players in their team. Meg Lanning will be leading them in the WPL, while overseas stars like Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen and others will add significant value to their squad.

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And speaking ahead of the historic tournament, wicketkeeper-batter Taniyaa Bhatia said that she is looking to pick the brains of the international cricketers.

"I just want to enjoy my cricket. This tournament is like an international competition as we are getting to play with legends from around the world. I want to utilize this opportunity to pick their brains during the competition," said Bhatia, who has played 53 T20Is for India. She was roped in by DC in the auction for her base price INR 30 lakhs.

Meanwhile, leg-spinner Poonam Yadav, who has taken 98 wickets in her T20I career, expressed that the WPL will take women's cricket to the next level.

"Women's cricket will go to a higher level through the WPL. The players can showcase their experience and talent in the WPL. This will help women's cricket reach new heights," Yadav said.

DC WPL

She also spoke about the excitement in the air when the Delhi Capitals got together for their first training session earlier this week.

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"There was a lot of excitement from the moment we stepped out of our rooms. We were in a new set-up with a new jersey and a new kit bag. It was exciting to interact with new teammates as well," she added.

Delhi Capitals will be taking on Royal Challengers Bangalore in their first match of the WPL on Sunday, March 5.

Story first published: Friday, March 3, 2023, 17:56 [IST]
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