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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…

The captains for the Women’s Hundred 2026 season have been officially confirmed, and the appointments have sparked plenty of discussion across English cricket. While England’s national team is looking to develop more leaders for the future, the latest captaincy list tells a different story, with overseas players dominating the leadership positions. The Women’s Hundred 2026 captains announcement revealed that only three of the tournament’s eight franchises will be led by English players. The remaining five teams have handed the captaincy to overseas stars, with Australian players taking four of those roles. Overseas Stars Lead the Way The full list of…

Former India captain Mithali Raj has reignited the discussion around the future leadership of the Indian women’s cricket team by stating that Smriti Mandhana should have become captain much earlier. Following India’s disappointing group stage exit from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Mithali called for a clear long-term leadership plan and backed Mandhana to take charge of the ODI and Test teams. The Mithali Raj on Smriti Mandhana comments have added fresh momentum to the ongoing Smriti Mandhana captaincy debate, with the former captain stressing the need to prepare the team for the next World Cup cycle. Mithali Raj…

The 2026 women’s cricket season produced unforgettable moments, record-breaking crowds, and historic achievements. The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup attracted packed stadiums, while India’s memorable Test victory at Lord’s captured the imagination of fans around the world. However, the season ended on a disappointing note as the Women’s T20 Blast Final day at the Kia Oval struggled to attract spectators despite being the biggest domestic event of the competition. The contrast between the excitement on the field and the empty seats in the stands highlighted the challenges that still exist for the domestic women’s game. Women’s T20 Blast Finals Attendance…

After a memorable 2026 season that included a historic 1-0 Test series victory over England at Lord’s and an impressive campaign at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, the India Women’s cricket team is preparing for another busy phase of international cricket. Following a short break, the team will return to action with a home series against Zimbabwe Women before embarking on an important tour of South Africa later in the year. Here is everything you need to know about the India Women next series schedule, including the full list of India Women cricket fixtures 2026 and their upcoming opponents.…