Author: Priya Menon

Smriti Mandhana produced one of the finest innings of the Women’s Hundred 2026 as Manchester Super Giants defeated Sunrisers Leeds by four wickets in a thrilling contest. Chasing 143, the India opener remained unbeaten on 88 from just 50 deliveries, striking at 176 and anchoring the chase almost single-handedly. Her match-winning knock came after she had managed only 17 runs in the tournament opener, while Manchester’s previous fixture had been washed out by rain. With expectations high, Mandhana responded in style to steer her side home with four balls remaining. Mandhana Recovers After Cautious Start Manchester made a solid beginning,…

Charlie Dean Takes Charge Of London Spirit London Spirit Women begin a new chapter in The Hundred 2026 under the leadership of Charlie Dean. After serving as stand-in captain during previous seasons, Dean has now been appointed the permanent skipper of the franchise. The promotion marks another important milestone in her career as she prepares to lead the team throughout the competition. The appointment of Charlie Dean captain comes after years of consistent performances for London Spirit and England. Having already gained valuable leadership experience at both domestic and international level, Dean now has the opportunity to shape the team’s…

The Indian women’s cricket team will create history in October 2026 when they host Zimbabwe Women for a six match white ball series. The India Women vs Zimbabwe 2026 series will feature three T20 Internationals followed by three One-Day Internationals. It will be the first-ever bilateral international series between the two women’s teams. Apart from being a historic occasion, the ODI leg will also carry important qualification points in the ICC Women’s Championship 2025 to 2029 cycle. The series gives India a valuable opportunity to strengthen its position in the race for automatic qualification for the next Women’s Cricket World…

Sri Lanka’s 2-1 ODI series victory over Pakistan has led to several significant movements in the latest ICC Women’s ODI Rankings. The hosts completed the three-match series with an eight-wicket victory in the final ODI, while strong individual performances across the contest were rewarded in the batting, bowling and all-rounder standings. Pakistan veteran Sidra Amin was among the biggest beneficiaries after scoring her seventh ODI century, while Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu improved her position in both the bowling and all-rounder rankings. Sidra Amin Moves into Batting Top 10 Sidra Amin climbed one place to ninth in the ICC Women’s…

Modern women’s cricket demands much more than talent. Every international format requires a different mindset, different skills, and different tactical planning. The Indian women’s cricket team has steadily improved its ability to switch between Test matches, One-Day Internationals, and T20 Internationals by making smart adjustments based on the demands of each format. This India cricket tactical changes approach has become an important part of the team’s success as it competes against the world’s strongest sides. Test Cricket Demands Patience and Discipline Test cricket is the toughest format because players must perform consistently over several days. Unlike T20 cricket, where batters…

Jemimah Rodrigues claimed her second consecutive Player of the Match award as Southern Brave maintained their perfect start to the Women’s Hundred 2026 with a dramatic one-run victory over MI London in Southampton. Southern Brave posted 126 for 7 from their 100 balls before holding MI London to 125 for 3 in a tense finish. The victory earned Brave another four points and extended their winning run to three matches, while MI London remained without a victory after suffering a third successive defeat. Rodrigues Plays Another Crucial Innings Rodrigues appeared far more comfortable at the crease after gaining confidence from…

Marizanne Kapp became the fourth bowler to reach 50 wickets in the Women’s Hundred after producing an outstanding spell for London Spirit against Trent Rockets at Trent Bridge on July 26, 2026. The experienced South African entered the match needing two wickets to reach the landmark but went one better, finishing with remarkable figures of 3 for 12 from her 20 deliveries. Kapp dismissed Sophia Dunkley for 23, Beth Mooney for a first-ball duck and Sophie Luff for 24 to take her overall tournament tally to 51 wickets. She joins Lauren Bell, Amanda-Jade Wellington and Kate Cross in the exclusive…

Indian cricket continues to have a strong influence on franchise tournaments around the world. While active male cricketers are not allowed to play in overseas leagues under BCCI rules, active women players and retired male internationals have become key performers in several competitions. Their success has increased the presence of Indian cricketers in overseas leagues and strengthened India’s reputation in global franchise cricket. From Australia’s Women’s Big Bash League to England’s The Hundred and leagues in South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States, India Players in franchise cricket continue to leave a lasting impact. BCCI Rules on…

Cricket fans in India will be able to enjoy every match of The Hundred 2026 after JioStar secured the tournament’s exclusive broadcasting rights. The new agreement marks a major step in expanding the competition’s reach in India and strengthens JioStar’s growing sports portfolio. JioStar The Hundred broadcast rights deal covers both television and digital platforms, ensuring fans have multiple ways to follow the action. Previously held by Sony Pictures Networks India, the rights have now moved to JioStar through a sublicensing agreement. The company will broadcast all 68 matches from both the men’s and women’s competitions. The Hundred India TV…

London Spirit Women registered their first win of The Hundred Women’s 2026 season after defeating Trent Rockets Women by five wickets in a thrilling contest at Trent Bridge. Chasing a competitive target of 143, London Spirit held their nerve to reach 143/5 in 97 balls, sealing victory with just three balls to spare. The match had plenty of twists, including an early batting collapse for the visitors and a brilliant late finish from Nadine de Klerk. Here is the complete Trent Rockets Women vs London Spirit Women review. Trent Rockets Women Post a Competitive Total Batting first, Trent Rockets Women…