WPL 2023: Laura Wolvaardt replaces Beth Mooney in Gujarat Giants squad
The inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2023 has provided for some thrilling moments so far. Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, and UP Warriorz got off to good starts in the competition. But, Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore could not say the same.
Gujarat Giants skipper Beth Mooney suffered an injury in the first match, where they were facing Mumbai Indians.
In a recent development, it was announced that South Africa cricketer Laura Wolvaardt will replace injured Beth Mooney for the remainder of the season. Woolvardt, was in Pakistan for the PCB’s Women’s League exhibition matches. She was released by her side so that she could be available for Gujarat Giants.
Laura Wolvaardt will look to make an immediate impact as she replaces Beth Mooney. On the day of the announcement, Wolvaardt represented Super Women at the 2023 Women’s League Exhibition matches in Pakistan. Super Women won their game against Amazons on March 8. Wolvaardt was the highest scorer for her side as she scored an unbeaten 53 off just 36 deliveries.
