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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) is set to kick off soon, and the excitement surrounding the tournament bodes well for female cricket. The inaugural season of the WPL is a significant milestone in the sport, and it will take place ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, extending the franchise cricket season in India.
With the tournament just around the corner, many are eagerly anticipating the performances of the players and the competition among the teams.
Launching a new tournament is never easy, and the success of the WPL will rely heavily on the people behind the scenes. The right coaching staff will be instrumental in guiding and motivating the players to overcome the challenges of playing in an inaugural tournament. With experienced personnel leading the way, the players will have the support they need to showcase their skills and push themselves to new heights.
The WPL will feature five teams, each with its own unique strengths and weaknesses. To succeed in the tournament, the teams will need to work together, overcome their challenges, and perform at their best.
There are plenty of famous names among those who will take charge of the teams, with former international players predominantly featuring as well as experienced coaches.
Full list of coaching staff for WPL 2023:
Delhi Capitals
- Jonathan Batty: Head Coach
- Hemlata Kala: Assistant Coach
- Lisa Keightley: Assistant Coach
- Biju George: Fielding Coach
Gujarat Giants
- Rachael Haynes: Head Coach
- Nooshin Al Khadeer: Bowling Coach
- Mithali Raj: Mentor
Mumbai Indians
- Charlotte Edwards: Head Coach
- Jhulan Goswami: Bowling Coach and Mentor
- Devika Palshikar: Batting Coach
Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Ben Sawyer: Head Coach
- Malolan Rangarajan: Assistant Head Coach and Head of Scouting
- Vanitha VR: Fielding Coach and Scout
- RX Murali: Batting Coach
- Mike Hesson: Director of Cricket Operations
- Sania Mirza: Mentor
UP Warriorz
- Jon Lewis: Head Coach
- Anju Jain: Assistant Coach
- Ashley Noffke: Bowling Coach
- Lisa Sthalekar: Mentor