Following the success of the first edition of the Women’s Premier League, the second edition will feature a multi-city home-away format for the IPL. The first matches of the WPL were held at his DY Patil Stadium and Brabourne Stadium. However, matches in the second season are likely to be held in Mumbai and Bangalore.
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) took place earlier this year and was a huge success for women’s cricket. The league consisted of five teams: Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bangalore and UP Warriors. Mumbai Indians won the first season by defeating Delhi Capitals in the championship game.
According to PTI, the final decision on the selection of the venue for the second edition of theWomen’s Premier League will be taken on the day of the auction, with Mumbai and Bangalore said to be the frontrunners . Next season’s tournament in Bangalore will bring further support to women’s cricket across the country.
“The final decision (on venue) may be taken on December 9th (WPL auction day), but they (WPL) may go for a multi-city format with Mumbai this year followed by Bengaluru. ” is currently the most likely candidate.
“The WPL has been well-received by the fans in its first year. It is the perfect time to host it in different cities.” Bangalore has always had good crowds for women’s cricket, but RCB Women’s The number of spectators is high because of the team. It is growing now,” said a BCCI official.
22 players took part in the inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League, which was held at three different venues in Mumbai. The dates for the second season, scheduled to be held in February, are currently being finalized by the BCCI and the schedule will be announced by his BCCI.
As An RCB Fan, I Would Love To Play In Chinnaswamy Stadium – Smriti Mandhana
Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Smriti Mandhana has praised the idea of introducing a multi-city Women’s Premier League and is looking forward to playing in front of a packed Chinnaswamy Stadium. She believes the BCCI’s move will help women’s cricket attract a wider audience.
“It would be great to have the WPL in a multi-city format. That could be the next step and I’m sure people here will consider it and make it happen. As an RCB fan , I want to play in Chinnaswamy and be in that environment where people shout ‘RCB, RCB’,” Mandhana explained.
“This (multi-city format) is a step ahead for us as it allows us to reach areas that women’s cricket has not yet reached and attract new audiences to women’s cricket. ”Added Smriti Mandhana.
WPL’s five teams are from different parts of India. The second edition is likely to be held simultaneously with Team India’s home series against England, followed by the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2024. BCCI will select the venue for the next edition of his WPL considering various criteria.
