Download or read book Introduction to Women's Premier League (cricket) written by Gilad James, PhD and published by . This book was released on with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Women's Premier League (WPL) is a professional cricket league that was launched in England in 2016. The league features six teams representing different regions of England, including Lancashire Thunder, Loughborough Lightning, Southern Vipers, Surrey Stars, Western Storm, and Yorkshire Diamonds. The WPL is played annually during the English summer season, and the teams compete in a round-robin style tournament before advancing to the playoffs. The Women's Premier League is seen as a major step forward for women's cricket and has helped to elevate the sport's profile in England. The league has also helped to attract top international players from around the world, including stars from Australia, New Zealand, and the West Indies. In addition to providing a platform for women's cricket, the WPL has also helped to inspire young girls to get involved in the sport and has created new opportunities for them to pursue a career in cricket.