India, March 9 -- It's no surprise Mumbai Indians (MI) returned to winning ways in the Women's Premier League (WPL) after Amelia Kerr came to the party with the ball in hand, a five-wicket bash which she celebrated by putting on the Purple Cap on Thursday night. (Three bowlers have since edged ahead by one wicket, but one can back Kerr to regain the top in Monday's game against Gujarat Giants.)

It's also no surprise that Kerr - who had to pad up immediately for the chase after sending down the last over - said she enjoyed being asked to go first up with bat in hand, a shift from her usual No.5 spot.

"Being an all-rounder is the best way to play cricket," Kerr tells HT. "It's a lot more fun as a player."

And in having all that fun, Kerr...