Author: Priya Menon

The 2026 edition of The Hundred Women’s competition began with a thrilling contest as Southern Brave Women defeated Welsh Fire Women by eight runs at The Rose Bowl in Southampton. The opening match of the new season had everything, including a brilliant batting display, a dramatic run-out, and a match winning bowling performance from captain Sophie Molineux. After being asked to bat first, Southern Brave posted 126 for 7 from their 100 balls before producing an outstanding fightback with the ball to secure an impressive victory in front of their home fans. Laura Wolvaardt Holds the Innings Together Southern Brave…

Sunrisers Leeds Women began their Women’s Hundred 2026 campaign with the opening-day triumph, defeating MI London by seven wickets with 31 balls remaining at Kennington Oval. The tournament opener on July 21 featured two rebranded franchises. MI London, formerly Oval Invincibles, were led by Hollie Armitage, while defending champions Sunrisers Leeds, previously known as Northern Superchargers, were captained by Danielle Gibson. Phoebe Litchfield, the competition’s leading run-scorer in 2025, continued her excellent Hundred form with a fluent 43 to guide Sunrisers through a modest chase of 108. MI London Lose Momentum After Bright Start Asked to bat first, MI London…

The Women’s Hundred has produced several outstanding batters since its launch in 2021, with some of the biggest names in world cricket consistently delivering match-winning performances. After another exciting season, Nat Sciver-Brunt remains the leading run scorer in the competition’s history, becoming the first player to cross the 1,200 run mark. Here is a look at the updated list of the most runs in The Women’s Hundred, along with answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the tournament’s batting records. Who Has the Most Runs in The Hundred? If you are wondering who has the most runs…

England star Danni Wyatt-Hodge heads into The Hundred 2026 full of confidence after producing one of the most memorable innings of her career earlier this year. The experienced opener captured the attention of cricket fans around the world with her emotional unbeaten century at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, an innings that has become widely known as the “Mummy Hundred.” Now back in domestic cricket with MI London, Wyatt-Hodge will look to carry that outstanding form into The Hundred, where she remains one of the tournament’s biggest attractions. Danni Wyatt-Hodge The Hundred Journey Continues Danni Wyatt-Hodge The Hundred story…

Smriti Mandhana has established herself as one of the leading figures in world cricket over the past decade. The elegant left-handed opener has enjoyed a distinguished career marked by memorable innings, major records and significant team achievements. Renowned for her timing, graceful stroke play and attacking mindset, Mandhana has inspired countless young cricketers while playing a central role in the rise of Indian women’s cricket. As Mandhana celebrated her 30th birthday, close friend and India teammate Jemimah Rodrigues marked the occasion with a deeply personal message on social media. Rodrigues reflected on the strength of their friendship and the support…

The global brand 1xBet continues to support cricket development in countries worldwide. In July, the company became an official partner of two European series in Germany: the Switzerland Women Tour and the German Super League in Hamburg. The international cricket event, held from July 10 to 12, featured national women’s teams of Germany and Switzerland for a five-match T20I series. It is a major event for women’s cricket in Europe, offering the players an additional opportunity to showcase their skills and giving fans the chance to witness spectacular international competition.  Germany won the five-match series 4-1, ensuring their ranking in…

Trent Rockets Women have strengthened their backroom staff ahead of The Hundred 2026 by appointing England legend Katherine Sciver-Brunt as their new assistant coach. The role marks the first coaching position for the former fast bowler since she retired from professional cricket in 2023. The appointment is a special homecoming for Sciver-Brunt, who represented Trent Rockets as a player during the first three editions of The Hundred between 2021 and 2023. Her experience and leadership are expected to play a key role as the franchise targets another successful campaign. Katherine Sciver-Brunt Coach Role Begins The Katherine Sciver-Brunt coach appointment is…

England great Heather Knight has opened up about the emotions behind her decision to retire from international cricket, saying she knew this home summer would be the right time to bring down the curtain on her remarkable career. The former England captain announced her retirement after the historic Women’s Test against India at Lord’s, ending a journey that spanned 15 years. The latest Heather Knight interview has put an end to the ongoing Heather Knight retirement rumours, with the World Cup-winning captain revealing that she had been thinking about stepping away for some time. An Emotional Goodbye to Teammates Knight…

The Hundred has changed the way many people look at women’s cricket. Since its launch in 2021, the tournament has brought women’s and men’s matches together on the same day, allowing fans to enjoy both games with a single ticket. This idea has helped women’s cricket reach larger crowds and gain more attention than ever before. At the same time, it has also created many challenges behind the scenes that are often hidden from the public. As 1xBet Analyst Karan Sharma points out, the success of the tournament is not only about what happens during the match but also about…

West Indies Women completed a commanding 3-0 ODI series sweep over Ireland Women after registering a 64-run victory in the third and final One-Day International at Bready Cricket Club in Magheramason. The win sealed another successful bilateral series for the Caribbean side and earned them valuable points in the ICC Women’s Championship 2025 to 2029. This West Indies Women vs Ireland Women review highlights the visitors’ all-round dominance throughout the series, with experienced stars and young players stepping up at crucial moments. Stafanie Taylor Leads Stunning Recovery West Indies Women endured a difficult start after captain Hayley Matthews was dismissed…