India, Jan. 10 -- Making her Women's Premier League (WPL) debut in Gujarat Giants' season opener, Anushka Sharma justified the franchise's decision in securing her signature. Fans may have been mistaken by her name as Gujarat released their playing XI for the match against UP Warriorz. However, her performance with the bat on Saturday ensured that fans will now remember her.

The 22-year-old was slotted in at No. 3 in the batting order and came to bat after Beth Mooney's (13) early dismissal in the fifth over. Taking a cautious approach, Anushka decided to play the support role as Sophie Devine continued her onslaught, but departed soon, scoring 38 off 20 balls. Then she decided to form a partnership with Ashleigh Gardner and took on Asha...