• Royal Challengers Bangalore have named Smriti Mandhana as captain of their Women's team.

  • "I promise you to give my 100% to lead RCB to success in WPL:" Mandhana

Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis name Smriti Mandhana as RCB captain for WPL 2023
Virat Kohli, Faf Du Plessis, Smriti Mandhana (Photo Source: Twitter)

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have appointed Smriti Mandhana as captain for the inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL). The franchise shared the news with their fans via social media platforms on Saturday (February 18).

The RCB posted a video message that included Virat Kohli and their men’s team’s current captain Faf du Plessis, with the Indian maestro making the announcement.

“Now it’s time for another Number 18 to lead a very special RCB team in the Women’s Premier League. Yes, we are talking about Smriti Mandhana. Go well Smriti, you will have the support of the best team and the best fans in the World,” stated Kohli.

Meanwhile, Du Plessis said: “I’m very confident that our women’s captain has all the attributes to lead RCB. All the very best, Smriti Mandhana. See you at the games.”

Mandhana, the newly-appointed captain of the Women’s team, further thanked RCB team management for believing in her abilities and handling her the leadership role.

“I would like to thank RCB management for giving me this amazing opportunity. I’m looking forward to receiving all the love and support from you fans, who I’m told are the best in the world. And I promise you to give my 100% to lead RCB to success in WPL,” said the left-handed opening batter.

As far as the maiden edition of WPL is concerned, it will begin on March 4, 2023. Five teams – RCB, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz – will compete for the coveted trophy in the marquee tournament.

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