Author: Meera Nair

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.…

The knockout stage of The Hundred Women’s 2026 begins with a crucial Eliminator between Sunrisers Leeds Women and Southern Brave Women at The Kia Oval in London on Friday, August 14. The winner will earn a place in the final against Trent Rockets Women at Lord’s on Sunday, August 16. Both sides finished the group stage with 20 points after five wins and three defeats. Sunrisers Leeds finished second because of their superior net run rate of +1.031, while Southern Brave finished third with a net run rate of +0.107. Sunrisers Leeds Women vs Southern Brave Women Head-to-Head The Sunrisers…

Welsh Fire Women secured a 15-run victory over London Spirit Women in the 31st match of The Hundred Women’s 2026 at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Wednesday, August 12. After being asked to bat first, Welsh Fire posted 138/7 from their 100 balls. London Spirit struggled during their chase and were bowled out for 123 in 99 balls. Grace Potts was named Player of the Match after playing a key role with the ball. Her early breakthroughs helped Welsh Fire take control of the contest before the rest of their bowling attack maintained the pressure throughout the innings. Georgia Wareham…

Trent Rockets Women produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Southern Brave Women by three wickets in Match 29 of The Hundred Women’s 2026 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Chasing 118, the Rockets recovered from 10 for 3 to reach 118 for 7 from 98 balls, sealing the win with two deliveries remaining. Trent Rockets Women vs Southern Brave Women highlights feature dramatic momentum swings, with the hosts’ middle order rescuing the chase after a disastrous beginning. Brave Post Competitive Total Trent Rockets won the toss and chose to field, putting Southern Brave under pressure during the early stages. Maia Bouchier and…

Manchester Super Giants Women will take on Sunrisers Leeds Women in Match 30 of The Hundred Women’s 2026 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Tuesday, August 11. The match is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM BST, or 7:30 PM IST. With both teams fighting for a place in the top three, the fixture could have a major impact on the playoff race. Manchester Super Giants currently sit third, while Sunrisers Leeds are fourth. They are now competing for the final place in the knockout stage to advance to the Eliminator. Manchester Super Giants Women vs Sunrisers Leeds Women Prediction…

The Women’s T20 Asia Cup has produced several memorable batting performances since the tournament moved to the T20 format. While India have dominated the competition, batters from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have also produced outstanding individual knocks. The record for the highest score in Women’s Asia Cup belongs to Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu, who became the first player to score a century in the tournament. Here is a look at the top five individual scores in Women’s T20 Asia Cup history. 1. Chamari Athapaththu: 119 Not Out vs Malaysia Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu holds the record for the…