Sarah Bryce Shines in WPL 2025 Debut
With the WPL 2025 aiming to build on the success of its previous editions, the participation of Associate nation players like Sarah Bryce is a step towards promoting women's cricket globally, providing a platform for players to gain international exposure and compete against the best in the sport.
Delhi Capitals' newly acquired player Sarah Bryce from Scotland made her debut in the Women's Premier League 2025, marking a significant moment as the second Scottish player to feature in the league after her sister Kathryn Bryce.
The third edition of the WPL is underway, featuring five teams and 22 games, with the final scheduled for March 15. The league has seen participation from Associate nation players, including Tara Norris from the USA and Kathryn Bryce from Scotland, in the previous seasons. Sarah Bryce, the vice-captain of the Scottish cricket team, was picked by Delhi Capitals in the 2025 auction, bringing international talent to the team.
In the second game of WPL 2025, Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning chose to bowl against Mumbai Indians, citing the team's past success with this approach and the impact of sickness on the team. The match also saw the debuts of India's Sanskriti Gupta and Niki Prasad for Delhi Capitals. Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, were without their lead Indian pace-bowling allrounder Pooja Vastrakar due to injury, with Parunika Sisodia stepping in as a replacement.
As the WPL 2025 progresses, the inclusion of players like Sarah Bryce is expected to bring a new dimension to the league, with her experience and skills likely to make a significant impact on the tournament. The league's rule allowing teams to field five overseas players, including one from an Associate nation, has opened up opportunities for talented players from around the world to participate and showcase their abilities.
