The Mumbai Indians made a big squad change during WPL 2026. The team brought in Vaishnavi Sharma as their new player. She replaces G Kamalini for all remaining matches this season.
G Kamalini got injured while playing in WPL 2026. The young wicketkeeper-batter won’t play again this year. Mumbai Indians had to find someone good fast. They picked Vaishnavi Sharma because she’s really talented.
How G Kamalini Performed Before Getting Injured
G Kamalini is just 17 years old right now. She got to play five matches for Mumbai Indians. The teenager made 75 runs total in WPL 2026.
She played her best game at the tournament’s start. G Kamalini hit 32 runs against RCB that day. Everyone loved watching her bat so well. But then she got hurt and couldn’t continue playing.
Why Mumbai Indians Picked Vaishnavi Sharma
Vaishnavi Sharma bowls left-arm spin really well. The team paid ₹30 lakh to sign her. She’s 20 years old and knows how cricket works.
She helped India win the U19 World Cup last year. That big win came at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2025. Vaishnavi Sharma did great work for the country there.
She just began playing international cricket this year. Her first games were against Sri Lanka back in December. Vaishnavi Sharma got five wickets in five T20I matches. Cricket aces think she’s going to be a star. Her bowling style creates crises for batters facing her.
What Happens Next for Mumbai Indians in WPL 2026
MI have won WPL twice before now. They’re sitting in second place on the WPL 2026 table. The team has won two games from five so far.
Vaishnavi Sharma makes their bowling much stronger now. She bowls with her left arm which confuses batters. The coaches want her to win matches ahead. Fans are excited to see her bowl soon.
India also picked her for their Australia tour. That ODI series starts when the WPL 2026 finishes. Vaishnavi Sharma keeps getting better at cricket every day. This replacement choice looks perfect for Mumbai Indians right now. The team believes she’ll help them win more games.
