Author: Priya Menon

Cricket Australia’s decision to appoint Sophie Molineux as national captain has sparked discussion, with selector Shawn Flegler acknowledging that the call could be revisited if her injury issues continue. Despite questions over her recent fitness record, the selectors remain convinced she is the right choice to guide the team forward. Molineux, who made her international debut in 2018, has long been viewed as a leadership presence within the squad. However, her career has been interrupted by multiple injury setbacks, including a prolonged spell on the sidelines between 2021 and 2023. More recently, she missed the Ashes with a knee problem…

Brazil Women produced a dominant all-round display to secure a comprehensive nine-wicket victory over Mozambique Women in the 8th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. The chase was completed with ease, underlining Brazil’s growing strength in associate women’s cricket, although Mozambique did show brief moments of resistance during the contest. Asked to bat first, Mozambique Women struggled to build momentum from the outset. Palmira Cuinica fell early at 7/1 in 2.4 overs, with Amelia Mundundo following at 12/2 in 3.5 overs. Olga Mondlane was also dismissed cheaply, leaving the side in trouble at 12/3 in 4.4 overs. Brazil’s…

Mozambique Women delivered a disciplined all-round performance to defeat Lesotho Women by 32 runs in the 11th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. Contributions at key moments across both innings proved decisive, as Mozambique overcame early setbacks to secure a convincing result. Mozambique’s innings began cautiously, with Lesotho’s bowlers maintaining tight lines early on. Olga Mondlane scored a steady 16 off 16 balls, but the side suffered an early blow when Palmira Cuinica was dismissed for 12 off 24 deliveries at 1-25 in 5.4 overs, bowled by Boitumelo Tlali. Soon after, Mondlane also departed at 2-32 in 7.2…

Australia U19 Women, led by Tegan Williamson, began their Under-19 Tri-Series campaign with a six-wicket victory over England at Ian Healy Oval. The tournament, featuring England and Sri Lanka, includes a two-match One Day leg followed by a four-match T20 series. Australia Restrict England to 166 After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Australia made early inroads when Ira Aery removed Olivia Cunliffe in the fifth over. England responded through a 47-run partnership for the second wicket between Prarthana Reddy and Amelia Oliver. Reddy scored 19 off 34 balls before Filippa Suesee broke the stand in the 15th over.…

Anika Learoyd produced a commanding unbeaten century to put CA Gold in a strong position on the opening day of their three-day red-ball clash against CA Green at Bankstown Oval in Sydney. Gold were bowled out for 292 before reducing Green to 63/1 at stumps, ending the day firmly on top. Learoyd Anchors Gold After Early Wobbles After choosing to bat, CA Gold endured a shaky start with Katie Mack dismissed for 4, caught by Bridget Patterson off Tayla Vlaeminck. Courtney Webb (25 off 38) and Maddy Darke (21 off 53) attempted to stabilise the innings, but both fell to…

Mozambique Women secured a hard-fought 23-run victory over Botswana Women in a low-scoring contest during the sixth match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 in Gaborone. The win was shaped by disciplined bowling and key contributions with the bat after a challenging start. Mozambique Recover After Early Setbacks Asked to bat first, Mozambique struggled early as Botswana’s bowlers struck quickly. Palmira Cuinica was dismissed for a duck at 5/1, and Olga Mondlane followed with 8 off 15 balls, leaving the side at 15/2 in 4.1 overs. Tuelo Shadrack led the bowling effort with figures of 2/17 in her four…

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has unveiled the inaugural T20 Hall of Fame, recognising the standout figures who have defined domestic T20 cricket across more than two decades in England and Wales. From its early experimental phase in 2003 to the packed stadiums of today, the format has produced a generation of players now set to be honoured through this initiative. A 12-player shortlist has been announced, combining long-term consistency with match-winning impact, and reflecting the evolution of the domestic game across both men’s and women’s competitions. Star-Studded Shortlist Across Formats On the men’s side, the nominees include…

Lesotho Women registered their first victory of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 with a dominant all-round performance against Zambia Women in the seventh match at Botswana Cricket Association Oval 1, Gaborone, on April 7. After winning the toss, captain Maneo Nyabela opted to bowl first—a decision that proved decisive as Lesotho’s disciplined bowling unit restricted Zambia to a modest total. Bowlers Set the Tone with Clinical Effort Lesotho’s attack delivered a collective performance to keep Zambia under pressure throughout the innings. Boitumelo Tlali (2/4) and Boitumelo Phelenyane (2/12) led the charge, while skipper Nyabela contributed with figures of 1/7.…

Brazil Women delivered a comprehensive all-round performance to defeat Malawi Women by 136 runs in the fifth match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 in Gaborone. Opting to bat first, Brazil made a strong start through their opening pair. Lindsay Boas set the tone with an aggressive 36 off 22 balls, striking six boundaries, while Evelyn Muller contributed 13 off 15 deliveries. The duo added 62 runs in 4.5 overs before Boas was dismissed by Praise Maziya. Muller followed soon after at 70/2 in 6.5 overs, also falling to Maziya. Cardoso Anchors as Brazil Build Competitive Total Following the…

Botswana Women delivered a dominant all-round display to defeat Lesotho Women by 161 runs in the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026, combining strong batting with a relentless bowling effort. The innings began with a steady approach as Laura Mophakedi anchored the top order with 57 off 43 balls, striking seven boundaries. Botswana built a solid platform despite losing an early wicket at 34/1, when Oratile Kgeresi was dismissed for 5 by Lindiwe Polaki. Wendy Moutswi added momentum with 23 off 19 balls, helping the side reach 89 before the second wicket fell. Captain Tuelo Shadrack contributed 17 off 19 deliveries,…