USA's left-arm fast bowler Tara Norris, who has taken four wickets in five T20Is, is the only player from an associate nation in the inaugural edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL). Her services were acquired by the Delhi Capitals for INR 10 lakh in the WPL Auction on February 13.
"I definitely want to do all the associate nations proud. I have a voice for those players. A lot of girls struggle with funding and facilities. I want to raise awareness for the associates and hopefully next year, more players will be involved," Tara was quoted as saying by the franchise.
Asked if she followed the auction proceedings, she said, "I wasn't watching (auction) till I finished training. I got a message from Alex Hartley congratulating me for getting picked. I was really surprised and honoured to be picked not only as a USA cricketer but as a representative of the Associate Nations as well."
