WPL a great platform for young sportswomen: Nita Ambani

Mumbai Indians owner Nita M Ambani has hailed the Women's Premier League (WPL) as a great platform for young sportswomen to rub shoulders with the best players in the world.

Nita Ambani was in Delhi on March 12 to support her team as it played its final league phase match in WPL this season ahead of the knockouts.

Commenting on the Mumbai Indians team, Ambani said that the ethos of ‘One Family’ and the positive atmosphere were key to its success. “I have been in cricket since 2010 and watching these girls play is one of my most heart-warming experiences. MI is known to be a family and all I tell them is go out, do your best, and enjoy yourself.”

Ambani also credited Kaur and the team’s support staff led by head coach Charlotte Edwards and mentor and bowling coach Jhulan Goswami for the team’s success.

Notably, the team’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been the leading run scorer for the team this year and put on a spirited performance of 95* in MI’s match v Gujarat Giants -- the highest in the edition so far.

“I must say that as One Family, Harmanpreet has really led from the front. Look at the last game she played, just fabulous. Our dressing room atmosphere has been fantastic with our support staff led by Charlotte and Jhulan. I think that comes on to the field. MI is One Family and we play as one,” Anita Ambani said.

Lauding Sajeevan Sajana, one of the team’s break-out stars this year, she said: “I saw Sajana getting the award. She is a graduate in political science, her father is an autorickshaw driver and she chose to play cricket. I hope this sets an example for parents to encourage their girls choose what profession they wish. Not only for cricket, WPL is an example for girls in all kinds of sports.”

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