Shreyanka Patil Signed by Guyana Amazon Warriors for WCPL
The Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) has signed Indian cricketer Shreyanka Patil for the upcoming tournament, making her the first Indian to play in the tournament which will be held from August 31-September 10. Patil recently showcased her talent in the Women’s Emerging Asia Cup, and gained recognition with her performance in the WPL 2023 for RCB Women.
Indian Women Cricketers Allowed to Play Overseas
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) allows Indian women cricketers to participate in overseas leagues. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemima Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, and Richa Ghosh have all played in the WBBL in Australia and The Hundred in England. The 2023 season of WCPL will have seven matches in eleven days.
Shreyanka Patil Makes History
Shreyanka Patil has made history by being the first woman player to receive a contract in an overseas league before making her senior international debut. She has made a name for herself in the Women’s Premier League for RCB.
Conclusion
Shreyanka Patil is making history as the first Indian to play in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League. Indian women cricketers are allowed to play in overseas leagues, and Patil is the first woman player to be offered a contract in an overseas league before making her senior international debut. Her performance in the WPL 2023 for RCB Women has gained her recognition and a place in the WCPL.