Ireland all-rounder Orla Prendergast etched her name into the history books at the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction in Kochi, becoming the first Irish cricketer to earn a contract in the prestigious T20 tournament. The 24-year-old Dublin native was acquired by the Gujarat Giants for her base price of ₹30 lakh. Her landmark signing represents a monumental milestone for Irish cricket, highlighting the growing international reach of the premier franchise competition.
A right-handed batter and right-arm medium-fast bowler, Prendergast has established herself as a vital contributor for Ireland since making her T20 International debut in 2019. Her consistent white-ball performances—including earning ICC Women’s Player of the Month honors and starring in franchise leagues globally—underscored her value heading into the auction. Joining Gujarat Giants provides her an opportunity to test her skills alongside world-class talent while blazing a trail for future players from emerging cricketing nations.
