Michael Klinger Appointed Head Coach of Gujarat Giants for WPL 2024

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:00:51 GMT

Michael Klinger, the ex-Australian cricketer, is set to lead the Gujarat Giants as head coach in the forthcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) season. Taking over from Rachael Haynes, Klinger aims to revitalize the team’s performance after their lackluster showing in WPL 2023, where they ended at the bottom of the standings with just two victories in eight matches. The franchise is focused on bolstering its squad through new acquisitions during the WPL 2024 auction.

Michael Klinger Joins Gujarat Giants Coaching Team with Bowling Coach Nooshin Al Khadeer and Mentor Mithali Raj. Raj Exudes Confidence in Klinger’s Leadership, Anticipating Improved Player Performance.

“Collaborating with Michael will undoubtedly unleash the potential of the Gujarat Giants players. His renowned batting prowess will particularly benefit our younger team members. We eagerly anticipate Klinger’s presence in the dressing room and are confident that his tenure as head coach will lead us to success,” expressed Raj regarding the appointment.

Michael Klinger assumed the role of head coach for the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL) for two consecutive seasons, spanning 2019 to 2020. Additionally, Klinger showcased his coaching prowess in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL), steering the Sydney Thunder to a commendable fourth-place finish in the previous year.

Michael Klinger Aims to Lead the Team to Unparalleled Success

“In Season 2 of the Women’s Premier League, the Gujarat Giants have an opportunity to achieve something remarkable. I am excited to collaborate with the cricketing icon Mithali Raj, whose influence in Indian women’s cricket has been profound. Alongside the Adani Sportsline family, Mithali Raj, and the entire team, my aspiration is to guide the team to ultimate glory,” stated Klinger.

At the age of 36, he participated in three T20 internationals for Australia against Sri Lanka in February 2017. During these matches, he amassed 143 runs with an impressive average of 47.67 and a notable strike rate of 127.68. His highest individual score in these matches was 62 runs.

The Gujarat Giants will commence their campaign on February 25th

The Giants made notable acquisitions in the auction, adding players such as Kashvee Gautam and Phoebe Litchfield to their roster. Scotland’s Kathryn Bryce and Veda Krishnamurthy will bolster the batting lineup. Their campaign will begin on February 25th against the Mumbai Indians.

February 25 – Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians – Bengaluru

February 27 – Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants – Bengaluru

March 1 – UP Warriors vs Gujarat Giants – Bengaluru

March 3 – Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals – Bengaluru

March 6 – Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – Delhi

March 9 – Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants – Delhi

March 11 – Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriors – Delhi

March 13 – Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants – Delhi