Author: Priya Menon

Issy Wong claimed her maiden five-wicket haul in international cricket as England Women defeated Ireland Women by six wickets in Derby to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. Wong’s outstanding figures of 5/33 helped dismiss Ireland for 165 before England chased the target with 27 overs to spare. Dani Gibson and Freya Kemp finished the job with an unbeaten 47-run partnership. Wong Leads England’s Bowling Display After being asked to bat first, Ireland lost Alice Tector to a sharp run-out from Sophia Dunkley in the second over before Wong struck with a superb delivery to dismiss…

Jemimah Rodrigues paid a heartfelt tribute to Smriti Mandhana after the India vice-captain produced a record-breaking century against Hong Kong, China in the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 on September 3. Mandhana’s magnificent 124 off 64 balls not only guided India to a commanding 137-run victory but also rewrote several records in women’s international cricket, prompting an emotional social media message from one of her closest friends. Jemimah’s Heartwarming Tribute Although sidelined from the Asia Cup with a hamstring injury, Rodrigues was quick to celebrate Mandhana’s historic achievement. Sharing an Instagram story after the match, she wrote: “My sister…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have confirmed India as the host nation for the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027. The tournament will be played from February 14 to February 28, 2027, and will bring six of the world’s leading women’s teams together for a new global T20I competition. The announcement is a major development for women’s cricket as the ICC looks to establish a major women’s tournament on its calendar every year. The ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027 will feature a six team single round-robin format, with the top…

Smriti Mandhana created history during India’s Women’s Asia Cup 2026 clash against Hong Kong in Dubai, becoming the first woman to score 18 international centuries across formats. The India vice-captain moved past Meg Lanning and Laura Wolvaardt, who were level on 17 hundreds, after smashing a career-best 124 from 64 balls at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 3. Mandhana Dominates Hong Kong Asked to bat first, India made an aggressive start through Mandhana and Shafali Verma, who added 74 runs for the opening wicket. Verma scored 28 from 17 balls before being dismissed, but Mandhana continued to attack…

Maia Bouchier struck her maiden ODI century as England completed their highest successful run chase in Women’s ODIs, defeating Ireland by six wickets in the opening match of the three-match series in Leicester. Chasing 282, England reached 283/4 in just 38.1 overs after Bouchier’s outstanding 104 off 95 balls and an explosive opening partnership with Sophia Dunkley. Ireland Post Competitive 281 Ireland recovered well after losing Alice Tector early, thanks to a 136-run second-wicket partnership between captain Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter. Lewis scored 69 from 78 deliveries, while Hunter added 62. Rebecca Stokell then provided the late acceleration with…

India entered the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup with more than just another trophy in mind. Following a disappointing group-stage exit at the recent T20 World Cup, the tournament offers the ideal opportunity to begin rebuilding ahead of the 2028 T20 World Cup. It also marks the start of a crucial cycle that includes the 2027 T20 Champions Trophy and the 2028 Olympic Games. India Women began their Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 campaign with a 94-run victory over Thailand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Shafali Verma’s explosive batting and an excellent bowling performance helped India start the tournament on…

Bangladesh batter Sobhana Mostary has looked back at one of the most important moments in the history of women’s cricket in her country. When speaking about Bangladesh Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign in Dubai, Mostary recalled the team’s famous victory over India in the 2018 Asia Cup final and explained how that result changed the way women’s cricket was viewed in Bangladesh. Bangladesh defeated India in the final in Kuala Lumpur to win their first-ever Asia Cup title. According to Mostary, the victory became a major turning point for the sport, bringing greater attention, investment and support to the women’s…

The Invisible Engine Behind India’s Success Indian women’s cricket has no shortage of big names. Smriti Mandhana brings class at the top, Shafali Verma brings attacking power, and Harmanpreet Kaur has often carried the responsibility of leading the side through difficult moments. Yet behind these headline makers stands a player who quietly connects almost every part of the team. Deepti Sharma is that player, and her value to India goes far beyond the basic label of an all-rounder. The modern game needs players who can solve different problems at different times, and 1xBet analyst Karan Sharma believes Deepti represents this…

Central Delhi Queens secured their first victory of the Women’s Delhi Premier League (WDPL) 2026 after defeating North Delhi Strikers Women by just three runs in a tense contest at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Monika’s composed innings with the bat and a disciplined bowling effort helped Central Delhi defend 125, ending their three-match losing streak. Monika Anchors Central Delhi Innings Central Delhi Queens made a steady start through Deeksha Sharma and Nidhi Mahto, who added 27 runs for the opening wicket. Deeksha scored 16 from 13 balls before Apeksha Anand struck twice in quick succession, removing both openers to put…

Turkey Women made an impressive start to their Women’s Continental Cup 2026 campaign, defeating Austria Women by eight wickets in the tournament opener at the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground in Ilfov County. The rain-affected contest was reduced to 10 overs per side, but Turkey produced an outstanding bowling display before comfortably chasing down a modest target with 27 balls to spare. Turkey Bowlers Tear Through Austria After winning the toss, Turkey captain Kubra Canavarci chose to field first, and her decision paid immediate dividends. Austria slumped to 10/3 inside the opening three overs as Turkey’s bowlers struck regularly. Komati Reddy…