Author: Priya Menon

Cricket Scotland has announced that Scotland Women will conclude their preparations for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a Tri-Series against Bangladesh and the Netherlands at The Grange in Edinburgh during May and June. The tournament marks a significant moment for the side, as it will be their first home fixtures since September 2022. During their time away, Scotland have strengthened their standing in international cricket, qualifying for two consecutive ICC Women’s T20 World Cups and recording notable wins over Full Member teams such as West Indies, Zimbabwe, and Ireland. Homecoming Holds Special Meaning For captain Kathryn Bryce, the…

England head coach Charlotte Edwards has described the process of finalising the squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 as one of the most demanding tasks of her tenure, with increased depth creating a highly competitive selection environment. “It’s probably going to be one of the hardest teams, certainly, I’ll have to pick, or we’ll have to pick as the selection group,” Edwards said, underlining the scale of the challenge. Growing Depth Creates Selection Dilemmas England’s expanding talent pool has played a central role in making selection more complex. A recent 30-player training camp in South Africa highlighted…

Rwanda Women secured a dramatic one-run victory over the United States of America in Match 5 of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026, successfully defending 127 in a contest that went down to the final over. Strong Opening Sets the Tone Rwanda posted 127/4, largely built on a solid opening partnership between Fanny Utagushimaninde and Gisele Ishimwe. The duo added 77 runs for the first wicket, laying a strong platform during the first half of the innings. Utagushimaninde contributed 32 off 37 balls, including four boundaries, while Ishimwe led the scoring with a composed 42 off 34 deliveries, striking…

Recognition in sport is often measured through trophies and milestones, but Sophie Devine prides herself on a distinction of lasting significance. The White Ferns captain has been appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, acknowledging her exceptional service to cricket and her influence on the global game. The King’s Birthday Honours, announced each year on the advice of the New Zealand government, recognise individuals who have made notable contributions across sectors such as sport, arts, and public service. Among nearly 200 recipients, Devine’s inclusion reflects both her achievements on the…

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has unveiled a structured player contract system for its domestic cricketers, becoming the first state body in India to take such a step toward enhancing professionalism and financial security within its ranks. This initiative applies to both men’s and women’s teams and is designed to support players operating just below the top tier. The primary focus is on cricketers who have neither represented India in the past two seasons nor featured in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during that period. By doing so, the MCA aims to provide a safety net for consistent domestic performers…

India opener Pratika Rawal is entering a defining phase of her career with a composed outlook, balancing her return from injury with preparations for key international assignments, including a much-anticipated Test in England. During a visit to her alma mater, Jesus and Mary College, Rawal spoke about how her academic grounding in psychology helped her navigate the mental challenges of being sidelined following India’s 2025 ODI World Cup success. “I’m totally over that. Good thing about psychology, it teaches you how to, you know, understand yourself, how to understand your emotions, how to understand your behavior. And it has helped…

South Africa Women have dominated the opening two matches of the five-game T20I series against India, putting the visitors under pressure heading into a crucial third encounter. The hosts chased down 158 with five balls to spare in the first game and followed it with a commanding eight-wicket victory in Durban. India showed glimpses of promise through Shafali Verma’s aggressive half-century in the second match, but their middle order failed to build on the momentum, finishing at 147. South Africa’s opening pair of Laura Wolvaardt and Sune Luus made light work of the target, putting together a substantial stand to…

Victoria Women, captained by Ella Hayward, secured their first-ever National Indigenous Cricket Championship title after completing an unbeaten run in the 2026 edition of the tournament. The competition, held from April 14 to 19, featured five teams – New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia – in a 20-over format. Victoria Crowned Champions After Dominant Final Victoria sealed the title with a convincing 58-run win over New South Wales in Finals Round 2 on April 19 at Harrup Park, Great Barrier Reef Arena. The final brought together the winners of Round 1 finals, with New South Wales…

Chloe Tryon’s Player of the Match performance against India came with a unique acknowledgment, as she credited her success to Keshav Maharaj after a decisive spell of 3 for 22 that dismantled the opposition’s top order. Maharaj, currently not engaged with the men’s side during their break, has been working closely with the South Africa Women’s team as a tactical consultant during the T20I series. His involvement has already delivered results, particularly in Durban, a venue where his experience proved invaluable. Tactical Input Makes Immediate Impact For South Africa’s spin group, including Tryon and Sune Luus, Maharaj’s presence brought fresh…

Nepal Women, led by Indu Barma, secured a commanding 50-run victory over Italy Women, captained by Emilia Bartram, in the fourth match of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 at Gahanga B Ground, Rwanda. Earlier in the day, hosts Rwanda had defeated Vanuatu, but Nepal followed up with a dominant all-round performance to strengthen their position in the tournament. Puja Mahato Anchors Nepal’s Total After winning the toss and opting to bat, Nepal made a steady start through openers Samjhana Khadka and Bindu Rawal, who added 19 runs for the first wicket. The partnership was broken in the fourth…