Kaur will add a new dimension to the WBBL which enjoyed a successful opening edition last summer. The 27-year old has played 118 times for India across all formats, making her a highly-coveted commodity.
"I have watched clips online because this tournament is a huge platform for all women cricketers all around the world," she told The Daily Telegraph on Sunday (July 31). "I hope there will be a huge push for women's cricket in India after this. When an Indian cricketer is going to play in foreign leagues, there would definitely be an increase in support for women's cricket in India."
The all-rounder said she was excited to play alongside Southern Stars vice-captain Alex Blackwell and to be around the Thunder's franchise. "Playing with the best players against the best players is always a great feeling," Kaur said. "I would definitely learn a lot of things from them all. I have always respected them, watching them playing."
Nick Cummins, Sydney Thunder general manager, believed the participation of Indian players will be a boon for the WBBL. "We are delighted to secure a player of the calibre of Harmanpreet," he said. "She was on the top of our target list, and we are very pleased that the BCCI has released her to play in Australia."
Sydney Thunder will begin their title defence against Melbourne Stars at North Sydney Oval on December 10, which will be broadcast in prime time on Australian free-to-air television for the first time.
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