Bharti Fulmali

Bharti Fulmali, often nicknamed 'Lady Gayle,' is a high-impact middle-order batter from Vidarbha whose aggressive strokeplay has made her one of the most exciting finishers in Indian cricket. Born on October 10, 1994, in Amravati, Maharashtra, she has built a reputation for her ability to clear the ropes with ease, a skill inspired by her idol Chris Gayle. Her 2025 season was a true breakout campaign; playing for the Gujarat Giants, she delivered one of the most memorable innings of the tournament—a blistering 22-ball fifty against the Mumbai Indians. She finished the 2025 season with an extraordinary strike rate of 151.53 and a batting average of 49.25, proving her value as a 'clutch' performer capable of turning games from the lower-middle order.

The late 2025 WPL mega auction served as a massive validation of her talent, as she officially moved from being an 'injury replacement' to a marquee domestic star. In a high-stakes bidding war against the Mumbai Indians, the Gujarat Giants exercised their Right-to-Match (RTM) card to retain her for a substantial ₹70 lakh. This re-acquisition ensures that the 'Lady Gayle' remains the primary finisher for the Giants in the 2026 season starting in January. Joining a powerhouse lineup featuring Sophie Devine and Ashleigh Gardner, Bharti is expected to be the tactical 'firepower' in the death overs. With her maiden WPL half-century now under her belt and the full confidence of her franchise, she enters 2026 as a pivotal figure in Gujarat's quest for championship glory.