Author: Meera Nair

Smriti Mandhana has added another major achievement to her remarkable international career. The India vice captain has become the second highest run scorer in women’s international cricket history after moving past New Zealand great Suzie Bates. Mandhana reached the landmark during India’s Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match against Thailand in Dubai. Mandhana scored 19 runs in the match, taking her overall international tally to 10,756 runs across Tests, ODIs and T20Is. She has now moved within touching distance of former India captain Mithali Raj, who remains at the top of the list with 10,868 runs. Smriti Mandhana International Runs Reach…

Delhi Premier League breakout star Medhavi Bidhuri has made a special request to her cricketing idol Virat Kohli after her rise to fame during the 2026 women’s Delhi Premier League. The young leg-spinning all-rounder has attracted plenty of attention after her viral wicket celebration and strong performances on the field. Medhavi Bidhuri DPL 2026 journey has turned her into one of the names to watch in Delhi cricket. However, despite gaining a large number of new followers on social media, Bidhuri has revealed that there is one particular follow she wants more than any other. Medhavi Bidhuri Wants Virat Kohli…

The Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 begins on August 28 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with eight teams competing for the continental title. The tournament will run until September 13, with the teams divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals. Based on squad strength, recent performances and experience, India Women, Pakistan Women, Sri Lanka Women and Bangladesh Women are the four sides expected to reach the knockout stage. Here are the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 predictions for the four teams most likely to qualify for the semi-finals. 1.…

The 10th edition of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 is set to bring together eight teams in Dubai, with the tournament offering another opportunity for the leading sides in Asian cricket to compete for continental glory. India enter the competition as the seven-time champions and the biggest favorites, while Sri Lanka arrive as the defending champions after winning their maiden title in 2024. Pakistan and Bangladesh are also expected to challenge for the knockout places. Here are our Women’s Asia Cup 2026 team rankings based on squad strength, recent form, experience, conditions and tournament record. 1. India Women India…

South Delhi Superstarz Women continued their strong run in the Women’s Delhi Premier League 2026 with an 11-run victory over Central Delhi Queens at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The South Delhi Superstarz vs Central Delhi Queens clash was reduced to eight overs per side because of rain, but the defending champions held their nerve to secure another important win. South Delhi were asked to bat first and posted 68/6 in eight overs. Central Delhi Queens managed 57/5 in their eight overs, falling 11 runs short of the target. Shweta Sehrawat Leads South Delhi South Delhi Superstarz Women…

Women’s Continental Cup 2026 is set to bring together eight European national teams for an action-packed five-day tournament in Romania. The competition will be played from August 26 to August 30 at the Moara Vlăsiei Cricket Ground in Ilfov County, with 14 WT20I matches scheduled across the group stage and playoffs. Austria, Türkiye, Czech Republic, Greece, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Norway and hosts Romania will compete for the title. With several teams looking to strengthen their position in European women’s cricket, the tournament could provide an important platform for emerging players and established performers. Women’s Continental Cup 2026 Format The…

India women Asia Cup 2026 campaign will begin with high expectations as India look to reclaim the continental crown in the UAE. Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup will be played from August 28 to September 13, 2026, with the tournament bringing together some of the best teams in Asian women’s cricket. India will play their group matches in Dubai and have been placed in Group A. With a strong batting line-up, experienced leaders and several quality spin options, India women’s cricket team Asia Cup campaign promises to be one of the major stories of the tournament. India’s Asia Cup 2026 Schedule…

West Indies captain Hayley Matthews has been named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for July 2026 after producing an outstanding all-round performance during her team’s ODI series against Ireland. Matthews was rewarded for her match-winning contributions with both bat and ball as the West Indies completed a 3– 0 series sweep. The award is another major achievement in Matthews’ career. It is the fifth time she has won the monthly ICC honour, extending her record as the player with the most ICC Women’s Player of the Month awards since the award was introduced in January 2021. Hayley Matthews…

Deepti Sharma ended The Hundred Women’s 2026 season as one of the standout performers for Sunrisers Leeds. The Indian all-rounder finished the campaign as the franchise’s leading wicket-taker and also shared the top spot on the overall tournament wicket tally. Across 10 matches, Deepti Sharma claimed 13 wickets while also making useful contributions with the bat. Her consistent performances played an important role in helping Sunrisers Leeds reach the final of the competition. Deepti Sharma’s Exact Wicket and Run Totals Deepti Sharma’s exact wicket and run totals for the Hundred 2026 are: 13 wickets and 69 runs. With the ball,…

Women’s cricket is moving rapidly towards a new level of quality, according to UP Warriorz head coach Abhishek Nayar. Speaking during the team’s pre-season training camp in Bengaluru, Nayar highlighted the major improvements in batting, bowling, fitness and overall athletic standards in the women’s game. The UP Warriorz coach Nayar has experience working in men’s cricket, including with the Indian men’s team and Kolkata Knight Riders, but his transition to women’s cricket has given him a fresh perspective on the sport. With the Women’s Premier League continuing to grow, Nayar believes the next few years could bring even bigger changes.…