"VAN" (Sports Desk - 06.01.2026) :: UP Warriorz marked the announcement of Meg Lanning as captain of the franchise with a special celebration hosted by Capri Sports, as groups of young fans and cricketers under the age of 12 came together to surprise the newly appointed leader. The event saw girls welcoming Meg with music and song, performing a thoughtfully curated mix of popular Hollywood numbers and cultural melodies dedicated to the Australian great. During the interaction, Meg answered several questions from the girls and revealed that dosa is one of her favorite Indian dishes and Shane Warne and Ricky Ponting were her cricketing idols growing up. The girls also surprised Meg with heartfelt messages on a board as they wished her and the team luck ahead of the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) season. Meg interacted warmly with the young fans, signing autographs, posing for group photographs, and spending time engaging with the children, making the occasion a memorable one for everyone present. The event reinforced UP Warriorz’ commitment to inspiring young talent both on and off the field. The celebration captured the growing fandom for women’s cricket and how UP Warriorz are driving aspirations for girls as the franchise looks ahead to an exciting new chapter under Meg Lanning’s leadership in the fourth season of the Women’s Premier League.
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