Author: Priya Menon

India’s bowling performances in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup have often relied on discipline, variety and breakthroughs at important stages. Across different editions, spinners have played a major role, while seamers have also produced decisive spells in key matches. 1. Poonam Yadav – 28 Wickets Poonam Yadav leads India’s wicket-taking chart in Women’s T20 World Cup history, having claimed 28 wickets in 18 matches between 2014 and 2020. Her leg-spin was particularly effective in the format, built around sharp turn, flight and subtle changes in pace. Her best figures of 4/19 came against Australia in the 2020 edition, a…

Pakistan Women finished their ODI series against Zimbabwe Women in commanding fashion, sealing a nine-wicket victory in the third and final match at the National Stadium in Karachi to complete a 3-0 sweep. The result lifted Pakistan to second place in the ICC Women’s Championship 2025-29 standings, with eight points from six matches. Their series dominance also included a record 206-run win in the second ODI, Pakistan’s biggest-ever victory margin in the format. Zimbabwe Post 222 After Biza and Ndhlovu Fifties Asked to bat first by stand-in captain Muneeba Ali, Zimbabwe reached 222 for 9 in their 50 overs. Beloved…

Mady Villiers produced a superb all-round performance to guide Durham to a five-wicket win over Warwickshire in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at Edgbaston. Warwickshire posted a strong 289 for 6, led by Davina Perrin’s 69 off 105 balls, Charis Pavely’s 55 from 59, and Nat Wraith’s half-century. Villiers was Durham’s standout bowler with 3 for 38 before making an even bigger impact with the bat. She struck 106 off 86 balls, her first century for Durham, as the visitors chased down 290 for 5 with 25 deliveries remaining. Emily Windsor then completed the job with an unbeaten 85…

Pakistan Drop Sidra Amin for Zimbabwe T20Is have made notable changes to their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, leaving out Sidra Amin while recalling Iram Javed. Sidra Amin has instead been named among the five reserves, alongside Diana Baig, Momina Riasat, Sadaf Shamas and Syeda Aroob Shah. New Faces and Returns Iram Javed returns to the national setup having last featured during the 2024 T20 World Cup in the UAE. The selectors have also handed a maiden call-up to uncapped seamer Amber Kainat. Kainat earned her place after an impressive showing in the National Women’s T20…

Maia Bouchier delivered a stunning career-best 143 to outshine Bex Odgers’ unbeaten 133, as Hampshire secured a five-wicket victory over Somerset in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026. Chasing 282, Hampshire completed the task comfortably, powered by a commanding 149-run partnership between Bouchier and Freya Kemp. Odgers and Skelton Lift Somerset Earlier, Somerset’s total was built around a superb innings from Odgers, who carried her bat through the innings. Her 133 came alongside a record-breaking unbroken 150-run stand for the seventh wicket with Chloe Skelton, who contributed 77*. That partnership not only revived the innings but also became the highest…

Charis Pavely continued her remarkable form with a second century in four days, powering Warwickshire Women to a 34-run win over Somerset in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at Edgbaston. Warwickshire posted 336 after being put in, before restricting Somerset to 302 in reply. Pavely’s outstanding 127 off 103 balls proved decisive, building on her recent unbeaten 128 against The Blaze. Pavely Anchors Dramatic Recovery Warwickshire made a steady start, reaching 40 before Chloe Skelton struck twice to disrupt the innings. Amu Surenkumar was caught at mid-wicket, while Meg Austin fell lbw attempting a sweep. Alex Griffiths then removed…

A superb bowling performance from Charley Phillips guided The Blaze to a convincing 92-run victory over Durham in the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at the Banks Homes Riverside. The 22-year-old seamer claimed her maiden List A five-wicket haul, finishing with 5 for 49, after Kirstie Gordon’s crucial half-century had earlier lifted The Blaze to a competitive 240 for 8. Gordon, Higham Rescue Blaze Innings After being put into bat, The Blaze found themselves under pressure at 135 for 7, with Katie Levick leading Durham’s effort with three wickets. Durham made early inroads, removing Tammy Beaumont in the powerplay before…

Lancashire Women produced a strong all-round display to secure their second win of the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026, defeating Hampshire Women by six wickets with 16.3 overs remaining at Emirates Old Trafford. A disciplined bowling effort, spearheaded by Kate Cross, set up the victory as Hampshire were bowled out for 153 in 42.1 overs. Cross finished with figures of 3 for 31, while Amanda-Jade Wellington, batting at No. 8, top-scored for the visitors with 32. Cross and Bowlers Restrict Hampshire Hampshire struggled to build momentum after being asked to bat first. Cross struck early, removing Maia Bouchier in the…

Hollie Armitage has been appointed captain of MI London Women, reuniting with head coach Lisa Keightley ahead of the upcoming edition of The Hundred. The leadership pairing recreates the successful partnership that guided Northern Superchargers to the 2025 title, with Keightley keen to replicate that formula in London following the franchise transition from Oval Invincibles. Reunion of a title-winning partnership Keightley, who moved to the capital after the Ambani-backed takeover of the franchise, identified Armitage as a key leadership figure during the March auction. The move signals a clear intent to build continuity and proven success into the squad structure.…

Pakistan Women have consistently shown their strength in the ODI format, producing notable performances over the years despite fluctuations in results. In 2026, their batting unit, featuring a mix of experienced players and new faces, has delivered several record-breaking totals. In their recent home ODI series against Zimbabwe, Pakistan Women posted 343 in 50 overs, registering one of their highest totals in Women’s ODIs. The innings further underlined their growing confidence with the bat. Here’s a look at the four highest ODI totals recorded by Pakistan Women: 4. 330/5 vs Zimbabwe, Karachi, 2026 During the first ODI of Zimbabwe Women’s…