The Women’s Premier League is in the headlines for the controversy, ahead of the season’s opener, have a look and what is the injury update of Deandra Dottin along with if her injury is real or fake
Controversy has rocked the Women’s Premier League (WPL) just hours before the inaugural game between the Gujarat Giants (GG) and the Mumbai Indians (MI).
Is Gujarat Giants Deandra Dottin injury real or fake and update as controversy rocks WPL cricket 2023
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) been rocked by controversy just hours before the season opener
Deandra Dottin’s spot in the team would be filled by Australian all-rounder Kim Garth due to an injury, according to GG. But, Dottin shocked everyone by revealing on social media that she was in good health and condition.
I really appreciate all the messages but truth be told I’m recovering from nothing but the Holy Ghost anointing thank you 🙏🏾 #GodIsGood #GodIsInControl
— Deandra Dottin (@Dottin_5) March 4, 2023
Gujarat Giants have come up with a clarification regarding the Deandra Dottin situation.#WPL pic.twitter.com/cnNwLjFsfN
— Women’s CricZone (@WomensCricZone) March 5, 2023
I think we have the 1st #WPL controversy @GujaratGiants need to come up with some clarity
No way to treat a legend#WPL2023 pic.twitter.com/qGyrN8l2gH
— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) March 4, 2023
Dottin was purchased by GG for Rs. 60 lakhs at the auction held last month, and the Delhi Capitals (DC) also indicated an interest in buying her. Dottin entered the auction with a starting bid of Rs. 40 lakhs.
Garth, an Australian all-rounder, was added to GG’s primarily Australian core. The team is led by star opening batter Beth Mooney, and its head coach is former Australian captain Rachel Hayes. Indian cricketing legend Mithali Raj serves as their mentor.
The starting lineup for GG includes Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner, who together with Nat Silver is one of the second-most expensive players in the league. Also, they unite with Australians Anna Sutherland and Gerogia Wareham.
Harleen Deol is one of the current Indian international talents in their squad, while Indian all-rounder Sneh Rana acts as their vice-captain.
Given her reputation as one of the most destructive batters in the game, Dottin’s injury controversy is a major setback for GG. Yet it’s still unclear how this dispute would affect the team’s performance in the upcoming tournament.
The Australian-heavy GG group is anticipated to present a challenging opponent, and their Indian stars will be keen to contribute as well. The 2023 WPL season’s debut and the drama that follows are eagerly anticipated by fans.
Meanwhile, in the opening game of the WPL 2023 season, Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Giants by 143 runs on Saturday at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Saikia Ishaque took four wickets as Gujarat was restricted to 64/9 in 20 overs while chasing a total of 208 runs.