Yastika Bhatia Joins Brisbane Heat for WBBL Debut Following Zimbabwe Series
TL;DR
- Indian wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia is joining the Brisbane Heat squad.
- She is expected to make her debut against the Sydney Thunder at Drummoyne Oval.
- The move follows India's recent 3-0 ODI series victory over Zimbabwe.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia is scheduled to make her first appearance for the Brisbane Heat in the Women's Big Bash League. Her debut is expected to take place during the match against the Sydney Thunder at Drummoyne Oval.
Bhatia is joining the Australian club immediately following her international duties with the Indian national team. She was a member of the squad that recently secured a 3-0 clean sweep in the ODI series against Zimbabwe held in Vadodara.
The move marks a transition from international competition to franchise cricket as she integrates into the ongoing WBBL season.
Why It Matters
The inclusion of Indian talent in major international leagues like the WBBL highlights the growing global profile of India's women cricketers and their increasing participation in overseas franchise competitions.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 9:47:53 AM · Reported with: NDTV Sports
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