Author: Priya Menon

The Indian women’s cricket team is preparing for one of the biggest tournaments in its history as the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 approaches in England. After winning their first ever ODI World Cup title at home in 2025, captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team now want to create history again by lifting the T20 World Cup trophy. India’s ambitions for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England are very clear. The team wants to prove that the 2025 World Cup victory was not a one time success. Before the tournament starts on June 12, India will face England…

Kira Chathli and Maitlan Brown combined with bat and ball to guide Surrey to a three-wicket victory over Lancashire in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at the Kia Oval. Surrey chased down 247 with four overs to spare, thanks largely to Chathli’s unbeaten 88 and Brown’s 62, after the pair put on a decisive 134-run stand for the fifth wicket. Earlier, Brown’s 3 for 46 alongside Dani Gregory’s 3 for 42 helped restrict Lancashire to 246 for 9, with Eve Jones leading the scoring with 69. Lancashire Post Competitive Total Asked to bat in overcast conditions, Lancashire suffered an…

Scotland Women head into the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with growing confidence as they prepare to compete among the game’s leading nations. Having secured qualification through disciplined performances and steady development, the side now turns to a core group of players expected to drive their campaign on the global stage. A balanced mix of all-round strength, dependable batting, and varied bowling options forms the backbone of the squad. Scotland’s hopes of making an impact in high-pressure encounters will largely depend on five standout performers who bring both experience and match-winning potential. Kathryn Bryce Captain Kathryn Bryce remains the…

The Mumbai Cricket Association has announced the full schedule for the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League 2026, marking a significant step in expanding the domestic women’s cricket structure. The tournament will run alongside the men’s T20 Mumbai League, reflecting the association’s broader vision of creating a more inclusive and professional ecosystem. All matches in both competitions will be held at the Wankhede Stadium, with the women’s final set for June 13 at 2 PM, ahead of the men’s final later that evening. The competition will feature three teams — SoBo Mumbai Falcons, Thane Sky Risers and Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western…

Ira Jadhav has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in women’s cricket, combining record-breaking performances with rapid recognition at the domestic level. From a historic triple century to securing a ₹10 lakh deal at the T20 Mumbai Women’s League auction, the teenager’s rise continues to gather momentum. Born on February 19, 2010, in Pune, Jadhav first came into the spotlight in January 2025 when she became the first Indian cricketer to score a triple century in U19 cricket. At just 14, she produced a remarkable innings of 346 from 157 balls for Mumbai against Meghalaya in…

The rain-affected ODI series between England and New Zealand offered limited clarity ahead of the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, but it still provided both teams with key takeaways as they prepare for the next phase. With one win apiece and a washout in the middle fixture, the series lacked rhythm, yet the conditions and performances revealed important trends for both sides ahead of the T20 leg beginning in Derby. New Zealand Building for the Future New Zealand appear to be transitioning towards a new phase, particularly with Suzie Bates playing her 184th and final ODI. The White Ferns are…

New Zealand A Women secured a 1-0 victory in their three-match One Day series against Sri Lanka A Women with an 84-run win at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on May 18, 2026. The final match, shortened due to rain, was decided using the DLS method, with New Zealand’s batting depth and disciplined bowling proving decisive. Rain Disrupts Opening Matches The first two matches of the series were both abandoned due to rain. In the opening game on May 12, Sri Lanka A Women reached 217 for 7 in 42 overs before New Zealand A Women’s chase was halted. The…

England all-rounder Dani Gibson is aiming to make a significant impact in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 after returning to international cricket following an injury-affected period. The 23-year-old has already shown encouraging signs as she works her way back into the national setup during a key year for England. Gibson’s comeback came during the ODI series against New Zealand earlier this month, marking her first appearance for England since March 2025. Her return followed a notable moment in The Hundred auction, where she became the most expensive English women’s player after securing a £190,000 deal with Sunrisers Leeds. Her…

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana set a new record for the fastest half-century in women’s T20Is, reaching the landmark in just 15 balls against Zimbabwe in the third T20I in Karachi. The achievement surpassed the previous record of 18-ball fifties held by Sophie Devine, Phoebe Litchfield and Richa Ghosh. Sana’s effort also equals the fastest fifty recorded in women’s T20 cricket overall, matching Marie Kelly’s feat for Warwickshire against Gloucestershire in 2022 and Laura Harris’ innings for Otago against Canterbury in the 2025 Super Smash. The previous fastest fifty for Pakistan had been scored by Nida Dar, who reached the milestone…

Warwickshire secured their fourth win of the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup season with a three-wicket victory over Yorkshire at Scarborough, despite a brilliant all-round display from Jess Jonassen. Yorkshire posted 238 all out, built largely around Jonassen’s outstanding 110, before Warwickshire reached 239 for 7 with 16 balls to spare. Chloe Brewer’s composed 56 proved decisive in the chase, helping the visitors overcome a wobble and close out the match. Jonassen dominated Yorkshire’s innings and was involved in the two major partnerships that shaped their total. She added 89 for the second wicket with Georgie Boyce and later put on…