Yastika Bhatia Signs for Brisbane Heat as Injury Replacement for Jess Jonassen in WBBL
Brisbane Heat have brought in India's Yastika Bhatia to replace Jess Jonassen for the ongoing Women's Big Bash League season. Jonassen has been sidelined due to a hip injury. This marks Bhatia's return to the WBBL after previously representing Melbourne Stars.
Bhatia Replaces Injured Jonassen
Brisbane Heat have announced the signing of Indian cricketer Yastika Bhatia as an injury replacement for Jess Jonassen in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL). The move comes after Jonassen was ruled out of the tournament with a hip issue, according to a report from ESPN Cricinfo.
Return to the WBBL
This will be Bhatia's second stint in the Australian T20 competition. The Indian player previously turned out for the Melbourne Stars during the 2024 edition of the WBBL. Her signing provides Brisbane Heat with a replacement for the experienced Jonassen as they navigate the remainder of the season.
Source: ESPN Cricinfo
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