Smriti Mandhana to play for Adelaide Strikers in upcoming WBBL season

The Adelaide-based franchise was finally able to secure the services of the Indian batter after chasing her for several years

Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) franchise Adelaide Strikers was finally able to secure the services of India star Smriti Mandhana after chasing her for years. The Indian opener has previously played for 3 WBBL teams – Brisbane Heat, Sydney Thunder and Hobart Hurricanes.

Mandhana joined the reigning champions Strikers ahead of the draft on Sunday under the league’s new overseas player pre-season signing provision.

“Excited is an understatement. We’ve been trying to get her for a few years now, in constant comms (with her) and her batting is just unbelievable. She’s a very elegant batter and has the ability to take away games from opposition very quickly,” Strikers captain Tahlia McGrath told cricket.com.au.

However, Mandhana might not be available for the start of the league as the India team is scheduled to host New Zealand for 3 ODIs in late October. The WBBL begins on October 27 and will conclude on December 1.

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