Author: Priya Menon

The fifth T20I between Cyprus Women and Greece Women in Episkopi produced a tense, low-scoring encounter, with Cyprus edging out a dramatic 7-run victory under the DLS method after a match marked by constant momentum swings. Cyprus Women struggled to find early rhythm with the bat as Greece maintained disciplined lines. Alexandra Taylor was the first to fall, dismissed lbw by Sofia-nefeli Georgota for 3 off 8 balls at 10/1 in 3.1 overs. Ayesha Dirannehelage then attempted to rebuild alongside Nilmini Liyanage, with the pair adding 12 runs. However, Dirannehelage departed for 8 off 19 deliveries at 20/2 in 5.5…

Australia’s build-up to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been boosted by a commanding series sweep over West Indies and the rapid rise of Georgia Voll, who is establishing herself as a key figure at the top of the order. The 22-year-old has stepped into a prominent role following the retirement of long-serving wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy, producing performances that indicate Australia’s transition may be smoother than anticipated. Her defining moment came in the rain-affected third T20I in St Vincent, where she struck a 53-ball 101 — her first century in the format. With that innings, she joined a…

South Africa head coach Mandla Mashimbyi has highlighted key areas of concern following his side’s ODI series defeat to New Zealand, stressing the importance of addressing missed opportunities and identifying gaps ahead of upcoming challenges. After finishing as runners-up at the World Cup, South Africa would have hoped for a stronger showing in New Zealand. However, the tour saw them lose the T20I series 4-1, and despite splitting the first two ODIs, they were convincingly beaten in the decider, going down by 66 runs to concede the series. Mashimbyi pointed to crucial passages of play that shifted momentum away from…

Cyprus Women held their composure to secure a convincing 34-run victory over Greece Women in the third T20I of Greece Women’s tour of Cyprus. The contest saw shifts in momentum, but Cyprus’s recovery from early setbacks and a disciplined bowling performance ultimately proved decisive. Cyprus Women endured a difficult start with the bat, as Greece struck early through tight bowling. Alexandra Taylor was dismissed without scoring, trapped lbw by Maria Syrioti, leaving the hosts at 1/3 in the opening over. The pressure intensified when Dilini Ishara was run out for a duck, reducing the side to 2/7. The early breakthroughs…

Cricket Australia has unveiled its squad for the upcoming Under-19 Women’s Tri-Series, where Australia will host England and Sri Lanka in a multi-format tournament scheduled across Brisbane and the Gold Coast in April. The competition will feature a combination of 50-over and T20 matches, offering a structured environment for player development. It is set to provide young cricketers with valuable international exposure against two competitive sides. A 14-player Australian squad has been selected, with Western Australia’s Tegan Williamson named captain. The group presents a well-rounded composition, combining batting strength, varied bowling options and all-round depth from across the country’s domestic…

Amelia Kerr’s transition into the role of New Zealand captain has been both smooth and highly effective. Taking charge just 10 days before the start of the home season, she had limited time to prepare, yet the outcomes have been remarkable. Within a short span, she has guided the White Ferns to four successive series victories, including 3-0 sweeps over Zimbabwe in both formats, followed by wins against South Africa by 4-1 in T20Is and 2-1 in ODIs. The Zimbabwe series provided a relatively straightforward beginning but still underscored Kerr’s ability to lead through performance. She was particularly impactful with…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the nominees for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award for March 2026, featuring a standout trio of Amelia Kerr, Beth Mooney, and Ayabonga Khaka. The shortlist highlights a month defined by dominant all-round displays, consistent batting contributions, and impactful bowling performances across formats. Amelia Kerr’s all-round excellence New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr leads the nominations following an exceptional stretch with both bat and ball. In four ODIs, she accumulated 176 runs at a strike rate of 78.57 while taking an outstanding 18 wickets at an average of 6.77. Her spell of…

In a significant step towards supporting women’s cricket, the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) and Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) have introduced monthly pension schemes for former women cricketers who are not beneficiaries of BCCI support. The initiative acknowledges the contributions of earlier generations who played a vital role in developing the sport despite limited opportunities and resources. MPCA outlines pension structure and eligibility The MPCA approved its scheme during a managing committee meeting, following a proposal by president Mahanarayan Scindia that received unanimous backing. Honorary secretary Sudhir Asnani explained the structure of the initiative. “Former women players who have…

Lord’s Cricket Ground has crossed the 20,000-ticket sales mark for the upcoming women’s Test between England and India, underlining growing anticipation ahead of a historic occasion at the Home of Cricket. Scheduled to begin on Friday, July 10, 2026, the match will be the first women’s Test staged at Lord’s. It arrives 50 years after England first played a women’s fixture at the venue and follows the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5, 2026. India tour sets stage for historic clash India’s tour of England runs from…

Malaysia Women’s U19 delivered a disciplined all-round performance to secure a 37-run victory over Indonesia Women’s U19 in their 2026 tour encounter, with steady batting contributions and a dominant bowling display proving decisive. Opting to bat first, Malaysia made a cautious start. Nur Aliya M. Hairun managed 13 before being dismissed early, while Nazatul Hidayah Husna struggled for momentum and fell for 5, leaving the side under early pressure. The innings was steadied by Iridina Beh, who anchored the middle phase with a composed 31 off 35 balls. She shared a stabilising stand with Nurin Imanina Mohd Ikrimah, who scored…