Devine Steps Away: Star All-Rounder to Miss WPL 2025 for RCB
Author: Joy Sarcar
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Big blow for Royal Challengers Bangalore as the Skipper Sophie Devine declares break from the cricket. Reportedly, New Zealand all-rounder would also miss the WPL 2025.
Renowned RCB star and seasoned woman player Sophie Devine will be on break for the ongoing domestic season. She won’t be featuring in WPL 2025 as a part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru as well.
Setback for RCB as Devine Unavailable for WPL 2025
The 35-year-old star all-rounder and New Zealand player Sophie Devine broke the news as she decided to stay away from Women’s Premiere League 2025.
- Devine will also remain absent for the remaining matches of Wellington’s ongoing Super Smash Season.
- She decided to take a break from the cricket as per the professional advice from an expert. Her phenomenal play time will be missed in RCB matches.
- The veteran New Zealand player will not be a part of the domestic season of Super Smash played in Wellington as well as the WPL 2025.
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New Zealand Cricket Issued a Statement on Her Decision
New Zealand Cricket Board have come up with a statement that her future action will be announced after due course. Both RCB and NZC, Wellington have extended their support to favor Devine’s decision.
- Head of New Zealand’s Cricket high-performance development, Liz Green mentioned that player’s overall health and wellness is of utmost importance. It is at priority over other list of things.
- She further mentioned that Sophie has complete support from New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association as well as their women performance unit staff.
- The whole association backed her decision and supported her on the fact that she needs a decent break.
- At the moment, it is imperative for her to get good care and fitness before getting back to professional cricket.
Accomplishments Listed in Devine’s Professional Archive
Sophie Devine is a well-known Player of New Zealand’s Women T20 World Cup Winning team by defeating South Africa in the last match. The list continues:
- Devine has been on grounds for the ODIs against India and also contested in the WBBL for Perth Scorchers.
- She also showcased her talent in the ODI series against Australia held in late December of 2024.
- Till date, Sophie Devine participated in 10 matches reaching a total score of 136 runs and displayed promising bowling too.
- Team RCB is yet to unveil the replacement for the same. RCB named the trophy and WPL Title on their side against Delhi Capitals in the Finale game.
Fans are awaiting the exemplary cricket fervour set to kick off from February 14, 2025. Gujarat Giants and RCB will play their inaugural match at the Vadodara Cricket Stadium.
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