Author: Priya Menon

Lauren Bell produced a standout bowling performance to guide Hampshire Women to a comfortable six-wicket victory over Durham Women in the ECB Women’s One Day Cup 2026, claiming her first domestic List-A five-wicket haul. Hampshire Bowlers Dominate Early After choosing to bat first, Durham Women aimed to build a steady innings but were unable to gain momentum against a disciplined Hampshire attack. Tahlia Wilson led the early effort with a composed 31 from 40 balls, including five boundaries, while Emma Marlow added 17 from 30. However, both openers fell in quick succession, leaving Durham at 59 for 2 after an…

Somerset Women delivered a dominant all-round display to defeat Surrey Women by 136 runs in a high-scoring clash in the ECB Women’s One Day Cup 2026, highlighted by Heather Knight’s superb century and a strong collective bowling effort. Knight and Luff Lay the Platform After opting to bat first, Somerset made a steady but cautious start, losing early wickets that briefly checked their progress. Rebecca Odgers was dismissed for 10 (15), caught by Corteen-Coleman off Brown, while Niamh Holland added a quick 14 off 10 before Somerset slipped to 27 for 2. The innings was then rebuilt through a key…

USA Women continued their strong run in the ICC Women’s T20 Challenge Trophy 2026 with a convincing seven-wicket victory over Nepal Women in Match 12, successfully chasing a target of 87 in just 11.5 overs. USA Bowlers Dominate Early Nepal Women opted to bat first after winning the toss, but the decision quickly backfired. Samjhana Khadka was dismissed for a duck on the very first ball, giving USA an ideal start. The pressure remained throughout the innings as wickets fell at regular intervals. Bindu Rawal (3), Puja Mahato (8), and Kabita Joshi (1) were all dismissed cheaply, leaving Nepal struggling…

Rwanda Women survived a late scare to secure a narrow three-run win over Vanuatu Women in Match 11 of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium. In a contest that swung dramatically, Rwanda posted 133 for 5 before restricting Vanuatu to 130 for 3 in a tense finish. Rwanda Recover After Early Setback Opting to bat first, Rwanda endured a difficult start, losing two early wickets within the first seven overs with only 27 runs on the board. Gisele Ishimwe was dismissed for 2, followed by Fanny Utagushimaninde for 17. Alice Ikuzwe then stabilised…

Pakistan Women have unveiled a 15-member squad for their upcoming home white-ball series against Zimbabwe, beginning with a three-match ODI leg scheduled from May 4 to 9 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. All-rounder Fatima Sana will continue to lead the side, while left-arm spinner Momina Riasat has received her first ODI call-up. The series is part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2025–2029 and serves as preparation for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5. Zimbabwe Set for First Pakistan Tour This will be Zimbabwe Women’s first tour of Pakistan.…

South Africa Women completed a dominant T20I series triumph with a 23-run win over India Women in the fifth and final match in Benoni, sealing the contest 4-1. The result leaves India with key concerns ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England in June–July. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, South Africa made a strong start through Laura Wolvaardt and Sune Luus, who added 75 runs inside the first nine overs. Luus was dismissed for 23, stumped by Richa Ghosh off N Shree Charani despite a slight fumble, and wickets then fell at regular intervals.…

As 38-year-old Suzie Bates prepares for one final international appearance at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales (June 12 to July 5), her career stands as one of the most remarkable in women’s cricket. Having announced she will retire after the tournament, the White Ferns stalwart leaves behind a legacy built over two decades. Bates became the first female cricketer to reach 350 international matches, 800 career games, and 25,000 runs, underlining her longevity and consistency at the highest level. With 362 appearances, 10,681 international runs, and 145 wickets, she remains one of the most…

In women’s cricket, taking a five-wicket haul in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is remains a rare and remarkable achievement, demanding adaptability and consistency across formats. Only four bowlers have accomplished this feat — India’s Jhulan Goswami and Deepti Sharma, England’s Jenny Gunn, and Australia’s Ashleigh Gardner. Deepti Sharma became the latest entrant on April 25, 2026, following her career-best 5 for 19 in the fourth T20I against South Africa at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. Defending 186, Deepti’s spell secured a 14-run win along with the Player of the Match award, helping India register their first victory on the South African…

Fatima Sana will lead a refreshed Pakistan women’s national cricket team in their upcoming white-ball series against Zimbabwe women’s national cricket team, as preparations intensify ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Zimbabwe are scheduled to arrive in Karachi on April 29 and begin their preparations before the ODI leg of the tour, with matches set for May 6 and 9. The series will then transition into a three-match T20I contest starting May 12. Fresh Faces in Pakistan Squad Pakistan have named a new-look squad for the series, with Momina Riasat receiving her maiden call-up. The selection reflects…

The fifth and final T20I between South Africa women’s national cricket team and India women’s national cricket team is set to be played at Willowmoore Park in Benoni on April 27, bringing an end to a tour largely dominated by the hosts. South Africa established control early in the series, delivering clinical performances in Durban to put India under immediate pressure. While India showed improvement in Johannesburg, including a competitive 192 in the third T20I powered by half-centuries from Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma, they were outplayed by Laura Wolvaardt, whose century sealed the series 3-0. India, however, avoided a…