Gujarat Giants' promising all-rounder, Anushka Sharma, has been ruled out of action for a 'short period' in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season due to a minor injury. The 22-year-old sustained the injury to her right hand while fielding during her team's match against Delhi Capitals on Sunday night. She was later seen with strapping on her right hand. Sharma, who was bought by Gujarat Giants for ₹45 lakh, made a significant impact in her WPL debut, scoring a composed 44 runs off 30 balls against UP Warriorz, contributing to a 103-run partnership with captain Ashleigh Gardner. Her performances, including a stunning boundary save in the subsequent match, have been instrumental for the Gujarat Giants, who have started the season strongly. The Gujarat Giants franchise confirmed her temporary absence, stating that Anushka is under the close supervision of the team's medical staff and is progressing well. They emphasized that her health and long-term well-being remain their priority. Delhi batter Ayushi Soni has been named as her replacement for the immediate matches, highlighting the team's need to fill the void left by the young star. The WPL 2026 season officially commenced on January 9, 2026, and is scheduled to conclude on February 5, 2026, featuring five teams competing across Mumbai and Baroda. This injury comes as a setback for both Anushka Sharma, who was making headlines as the 'most expensive uncapped player' of the season, and the Gujarat Giants as they continue their campaign.