India, Feb. 9 -- UP Warriorz have appointed star India all-rounder Deepti Sharma as their new captain ahead of the third season of the Women's Premier League. The ace all-rounder has been associated with the UP-based franchise since the first season, and this year, she will replace Alyssa Healy as their new skipper. The Australian wicketkeeper will miss the upcoming season due to injury.

Former India batter Suresh Raina, who hails from Uttar Pradesh, made the big announcement of Deepti's appointment in the pre-match show of India men's team second ODI against England at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack.

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