T20 stars and future stars are ready.

• The city of Vadodara, western India, hosted a women’s ODI series in 2017 when Australia sought revenge.

• The series, which featured Harmanpreet Kaur’s 171 not out off 115 balls, was a turning point for women’s cricket in India.

• The Women’s Premier League, one of the world’s fastest-growing leagues, kicks off with the third edition starting on Friday.

• The BCA Stadium, where India hosted the West Indies in a women’s ODI series, will host the third edition.

• The opening match will be between defending champion Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Giants.

• The league will move to Bengaluru, Lucknow, and Mumbai, with the final on March 15.