Amelia Kerr

Amelia Kerr is the quintessential 'Swiss Army knife' of modern cricket, a world-class leg-spinner and technical batter whose 2024-2025 cycle has been the stuff of legend. Born on October 13, 2000, into a storied New Zealand cricketing family, she reached the pinnacle of the sport in late 2024 by leading the White Ferns to their maiden ICC Women’s T20 World Cup title. Kerr was the undisputed star of the tournament, setting a record for the most wickets in a single edition (15) and delivering a match-winning 43 runs and 3/24 in the final against South Africa. Her brilliance was rewarded with both the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament awards, culminating in her being named the 2024 ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year (Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy). Her 2025 season remained just as prolific, as she secured the Purple Cap in WPL 2025 with 18 wickets, anchoring the Mumbai Indians to their second title in three years.

In the franchise arena, Kerr’s status as a global priority led to a massive bidding war during the 2026 Women’s Premier League mega auction in late 2025. Although she was a marquee player in the auction pool, the Mumbai Indians refused to let their star all-rounder go, eventually re-securing her for a staggering ₹3 crore. This makes her the most expensive overseas player for the 2026 season, reflecting her indispensable role in the 'One Family' setup. Beyond her 40 career WPL wickets and technical batting, Kerr brings a rare tactical maturity to the squad, often serving as the 'ice' in high-pressure situations. As she prepares for the 2026 season starting in January, Kerr stands as the heartbeat of Mumbai’s spin attack and a vital middle-order pillar in their quest for a third championship.