Australia's Gardner named Gujarat captain in WPL
Australia all-rounder Ash Gardner has been named Gujarat Giants captain for the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) following her stellar performances in the Women's Ashes.Gardner, 27, took nine wickets with her off-spin and scored 190 runs at 63.33 as Australia beat England 16-0 in a series clean sweep.She replaces Australia team-mate Beth Mooney, who had led Gujarat in the first two WPL seasons.Gardner has stood for Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash but her appointment at Gujarat will be her most significant captaincy role to date.Gujarat play Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the 2025 WPL on 14 February.WPL fixtures
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