Author: Priya Menon

Bangladesh Women registered a hard-earned victory over Sri Lanka in Rajshahi, successfully chasing 206 in 48.3 overs, though a late collapse nearly turned a comfortable chase into a nervy finish. The innings was anchored by Sharmin Akhter Supta, who produced a composed 86 to steady the chase after early setbacks and guide her side towards victory before a sudden flurry of wickets created late tension. Sri Lanka Build, Bangladesh Restrict Late After opting to bat first, Sri Lanka made a steady start, scoring 44 runs in the powerplay without losing a wicket. Hasini Perera and Imesha Dulani combined for a…

Rwanda Women, captained by Marie Bimenyimana, secured a convincing 41-run victory over Vanuatu Women, led by Rachel Andrew, in the third match of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 at Gahanga B Ground. After suffering defeats on the opening day of the tournament, Rwanda responded strongly with a well-rounded performance led by their skipper. Rwanda Recover After Early Collapse Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Rwanda faced early setbacks as their top order collapsed within the first three overs. The innings was steadied by a crucial 49-run fourth-wicket partnership between Marie Bimenyimana and Gisele Ishimwe. Ishimwe contributed…

After featuring in nearly 300 international matches as a dependable presence in South Africa’s middle order, Sune Luus is stepping into a new role at the top of the batting lineup as the team prepares for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales. The experienced all-rounder has been promoted to open alongside captain Laura Wolvaardt, a move that is already yielding positive results. In the second T20I of their ongoing home series against India, the pair combined for a commanding 106-run opening partnership. Luus contributed a well-crafted 57 in the eight-wicket win in Durban, highlighting her…

Anushka Sharma marked her international debut for India Women with a composed innings in the second T20I against South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban, on April 19, 2026. The 23-year-old middle-order batter contributed 28 runs off 31 balls, including three boundaries, as India were bowled out for 147 in the five-match series encounter. With Harmanpreet Kaur leading the side and South Africa already holding a 1-0 lead after the opening game, India were aiming to level the series in Durban. South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and chose to bowl first, putting India under early pressure. Composed Start on…

South Africa Women continued their dominant run in Durban, securing a victory in the second T20I on April 19, 2026, to go 2-0 up in the five-match series against India. The hosts backed up their opening win with another clinical display, led by Chloe Tryon’s impressive three-wicket haul. India Make Changes but Struggle After Strong Start India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, made a couple of changes in pursuit of a comeback. Anushka Sharma was handed her international debut, while Kranti Gaud replaced Renuka Singh in the playing XI. South Africa, on the other hand, retained the same side. After winning…

Surrey Women completed an impressive chase to defeat Durham Women in the 12th match of the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at The Oval, successfully overhauling a target of 257 in a contest shaped by partnerships, individual brilliance, and disciplined bowling efforts across both innings. Durham Women, after being sent in to bat, endured an early setback when Emma Marlow was dismissed for 6, caught by Capsey off Tilly Corteen-Coleman, leaving them at 13/1 in 3.5 overs. Tahlia Wilson attempted to steady the innings but fell for 15 (27 balls), with Alice Monaghan accounting for her wicket. Despite the early…

Yorkshire Women delivered a well-rounded performance to defeat The Blaze Women by 70 runs in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 clash at Leeds on April 18. The contest featured several momentum shifts, but Yorkshire’s strong partnerships and disciplined bowling ultimately proved decisive. After being put in to bat, Yorkshire began steadily, though they lost their first wicket at 69 in 18.3 overs. From there, the innings was built around a crucial stand between Lauren Winfield-Hill and Jess Jonassen, which laid the foundation for a competitive total. Winfield-Hill anchored the innings with a composed 90 off 101 balls, striking 11…

Warwickshire Women produced a disciplined all-round display to secure a five-wicket victory over Essex Women in their ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 clash at Chelmsford. On a surface that offered assistance to the bowlers, Warwickshire’s control with the ball set up a composed chase after dismissing Essex for 157. Essex Struggle to Build Momentum Essex Women began cautiously but suffered an early blow when Cordelia Griffith was trapped lbw by Em Arlott for 6, leaving them at 1/36 in 9.4 overs. That breakthrough set the tone for Warwickshire’s consistent bowling effort. Grace Scrivens held the innings together with a patient…

India’s women’s team suffered a six-wicket defeat to South Africa in the opening T20I at Kingsmead, Durban, handing the hosts a 1-0 lead in the five-match series running from April 17 to 27, 2026. Jemimah Rodrigues, who played a crucial role in a 71-run partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, acknowledged that her dismissal came at a decisive moment in the contest. “I got out at the wrong time. In the next match, I will come back and take that responsibility again.” Missed Opportunity After Strong Platform India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur and coached by Amol Muzumdar, posted 157 after being…

United States of America (USA) Women, captained by Aditiba Chudasama, registered a convincing 44-run victory over Nepal Women, led by Indu Barma, in the second match of the ICC Women’s T20 Challenge Trophy 2026 at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Rwanda. The tournament had earlier seen Italy defeat Rwanda by 16 runs in the opening game. Ganesh Anchors USA Recovery After Early Blows Nepal captain Indu Barma opted to bowl first after winning the toss, and her decision paid immediate dividends. Manisha Upadhayay struck twice in the opening over, dismissing Sainavi Kambalapalli and Isani Vaghela on consecutive deliveries to…