Former Indian skipper Mithali Raj has been roped in by Adani Sportsline to mentor the Gujarat Giants in the inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League. The first season is all set to take place in March 2023. Adani Sportline announced Mithali Raj’s announcement on Saturday, January 28 through a statement.
The Ahmedabad franchise stated that Mithali has played a key role in bringing women’s cricket to the limelight. They added that the former Indian skipper’s appointment as a mentor and advisor will help women’s cricket grow in Gujarat. The statement released by Adani Sportsline, read
“Over the years, Mithali’s trailblazing achievements and contributions to Indian cricket have not only earned her numerous awards and accolades but have also played a key role in bringing women’s cricket into the limelight, both on national and international platforms.”
“As a mentor and advisor, Mithali will also promote women’s cricket and help develop the sport at the grassroots level in Gujarat,” the statement added.
Adani Sportsline’s is jubilant to have on board Padma Shri and former Indian captain of the women’s national #cricket team, Mithali Raj as a mentor & advisor for the women’s premier league. We all are looking forward to scoring some great innings with this partnership. @M_Raj03
— Pranav Adani (@PranavAdani) January 28, 2023
Women’s Premier League is a fantastic move for women’s cricket: Mithali Raj
Legendary cricketer Mithali Raj welcomed the BCCI’s decision to host the Women’s Premier League. She expressed that it is a great move, and Adani Group’s presence will be a boost for the sport. Raj added that the participation of big corporates can help to strengthen the ecosystem in India, resulting in more opportunities. She said,
“The inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League is a fantastic move for women’s cricket and the involvement of the Adani Group is a massive boost for the sport as well.”
“Women’s cricket is growing steadily, and this kind of impetus will undoubtedly encourage young women to consider taking up cricket professionally. I believe that the high-impact participation of corporates will help hasten the process of eventually bringing more glory to India. This level of influence can help strengthen the sporting ecosystem and enhance opportunities for women athletes,” she added.
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