I am Gutted to Miss the Remainder of WPL: A Dejected Beth Mooney Speaks
Mooney ruled out of WPL [Twitter]
Gujarat Giants' skipper, Beth Mooney says, she is disappointed to miss the remainder of the Women's Premier League (WPL) season due to an injury.
It was in the first game of the tournament, against Mumbai Indians when Mooney suffered a calf-injury while batting in the second innings. After careful examination, she was taken off the field and was ruled out of the competition.
Mooney, did return to training, but the expected time for her recovery is 5-6 weeks, depending upon her rehabilitation process.
The Gujarat Giants have already announced Proteas superstar, Laura Wolvaardt as her replacement. Wolvaardt was the top-scorer of the Women's T20 World Cup, with 230 runs, including three crucial fifties.
Here's what Mooney said
“I was really looking forward to the maiden WPL season with the Adani Gujarat Giants. But unfortunately, injuries are part and parcel of the sport and I am gutted to be missing the remainder of the season.
“I, however, will be keeping a close eye on the team’s performance from afar and will be rooting for them every single day. And though I will be away from the field of play for the rest of the season, I am looking forward to coming back stronger, fitter and I will definitely be hungrier next season. For now, I wish the Adani Gujarat Giants squad all the very best for the rest of the WPL season,” Beth Mooney said.
Mooney's absence affected Gujarat's performance, as they lost their opening two fixtures, however, they returned strongly to defeat RCB in their third game on Wednesday.
In Mooney's absence, vice-captain, Sneh Rana will lead the side, and Ashleigh Gardner will be her deputy.
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