Vrushali keen to play alongside Saina Nehwal in PBL

New Delhi : Indian Badminton player G. Vrushali has said that she feels lucky to be in the same team as Saina Nehwal and is looking forward to pick up some useful tips from the World number two in the upcoming edition of Premier Badminton League (PBL).

Reflecting views on playing in the same team as Saina, Vrushali said, “I think it will be dream come true for any player to represent the same team as Saina Nehwal. It will be a huge platform for me as I will even take this as an opportunity to pick up useful learning from her. I am excited and looking forward to play for Awadhe Warriors. Apart from Saina, there are other international players which make our team look very strong and I hope we win the title. What also excites me is the rules, which I think will be a huge game changer in the League.”

The 2016 edition of the PBL will start from January 2 and will feature six franchisees namely Delhi Acers, Hyderabad Hunters, Bengaluru Top Guns, Chennai Smashers, Mumbai Rockets and Awadhe Warriors.

The opening day of the League will witness Awadhe Warriors taking on Mumbai Rockets in Mumbai. (ANI)