Gautami Naik

Gautami Naik is an emerging Indian all-rounder from Maharashtra who has recently gained significant attention in the domestic and franchise cricket circuits. Born on April 15, 1998, she is a versatile right-handed batter and off-spin bowler who has represented multiple state teams including Maharashtra, Baroda, and Nagaland. Her journey in professional cricket is marked by her resilience, having navigated the competitive Maharashtra U-23 levels and finding a breakout opportunity with Nagaland, where she helped the team qualify for higher tiers of competition. In 2025, she reached a career milestone by winning the Senior Women's T20 Trophy with Maharashtra, further cementing her reputation as a reliable performer. Her ability to anchor the innings and provide breakthroughs with the ball has made her a standout player to watch in the coming seasons.

The year 2025 proved to be a transformative one for Naik as she was picked by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the 2026 Women's Premier League during the mega auction. Her selection followed an impressive stint in the Women's Maharashtra Premier League (WMPL), where she finished as the third-highest run-scorer with 173 runs while playing for the Ratnagiri Jets. Her familiarity with RCB captain Smriti Mandhana, with whom she shared a successful 75-run partnership during the WMPL, is expected to be a major asset for the Bengaluru-based franchise. Beyond her batting prowess, she is recognized for her disciplined off-spin, having previously caught the eye of veteran scouts during exhibition matches. As she prepares for her debut WPL season, Naik is widely viewed as a high-potential uncapped player capable of making a significant impact on the grand stage.