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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have suffered another blow ahead of their Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 campaign, withleg-spinner Asha Sobhana ruled out of the tournament due to an injury.
RCB replace Asha Sobhana
Asha, who last played for India during the T20 World Cup in the UAE, sustained a knee injury after the toss in India’s final league game against Australia in Sharjah. The severity of the injury forced her to withdraw from the match, requiring the opposing captain’s approval for a replacement.
To fill the void, RCB have signed wicketkeeper-batter Nuzhat Parween as Sobhana’s replacement at her base price of ₹30 lakh.
RCB are grappling with the absence of several key overseas players. Sophie Molineux, who was the joint second-highest wicket-taker for the team last season alongside Asha, has been ruled out due to a knee injury sustained during the Women’s Ashes. Additionally, Kate Cross has withdrawn to focus on rehabilitation ahead of a demanding international season, while star opener Sophie Devine has taken a break from all domestic cricket.
RCB will kick off their WPL 2025 campaign against Gujarat Giants in Vadodara on February 14, aiming to overcome these challenges and put up a strong title defense.
Also READ: WPL 2025 – RCB’s best playing XI for the Women’s Premier League ft. Smriti Mandhana
Mumbai Indians replace Pooja Vastrakar
Mumbai Indians (MI) have also faced a setback, with all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar confirmed to miss the upcoming season. Vastrakar has remained out of action for India since suffering an injury during the T20 World Cup last year and will not be available for WPL 2025.
To cover for her absence, MI have signed Parunika Sisodia as her replacement. Sisodia, who was previously part of Gujarat Giants squad in WPL’s inaugural season, recently made headlines as the Player of the Match in the semifinal of the Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
Also READ: WPL 2025 – Mumbai Indians’ best playing XI for Women’s Premier League ft. Harmanpreet Kaur
