The Gujarat Giants: . The Gujarat Giants head coach, Michael Klinger, believes that Harleen Deol has all the attributes to become a mainstay in the Indian team across formats. The Australian tactician heaped praise on the all-rounder after her match-winning knock of an unbeaten 70 helped the Gujarat Giants secure a five-wicket win over the Delhi Capitals in their Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday.
"If you’re an Indian coach or Indian selector, you know that Harleen can do a role at five or six in the middle, or she can do a role up top. That becomes very attractive in a T20 squad because you know she can do a number of roles, and I’m really happy for her," Klinger said in the post-match press conference.
He further highlighted the evolution in Harleen’s game this season, crediting her for embracing an attacking mindset. "This season, we asked her to show some intent, and she’s done that by stepping down the wicket, among other things. Hopefully, that’s something she can take forward in T20 cricket. I think she’s going to be a long-term Indian player in all formats, and she’s shown that she can be a force in T20 cricket as well," Klinger said.
