Author: Priya Menon

The BCCI has announced India’s 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be held in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5. Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the side, which includes the return of wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia following ACL surgery. The squad also features new inclusions such as pacer Nandani Sharma and batter Bharti Fulmali. Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam were unavailable due to injuries. India are the third team to confirm their squad after England and New Zealand. Their campaign will begin against Pakistan at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on June 14 at 7 PM…

The development of women’s cricket is no longer a process going on behind the scenes; it is now developing at such an amazing rate that it cannot be overlooked. There are more people going to watch the matches, there have been dramatic increases in viewers on broadcasts, and the players themselves are becoming key elements within the discussion of cricket worldwide. What was once viewed as a mere afterthought in the world of cricket is now rapidly transforming into a formidable force of its own. This is not merely a matter of exposure, but rather a fundamental change within the…

Bangladesh opener Sharmin Akhter reached a major milestone in her international career during the second T20I against Sri Lanka at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, becoming the latest player to cross 2,000 international runs. The 30-year-old achieved the landmark with an unbeaten 44 off 47 balls while batting at No. 3, top-scoring in Bangladesh’s chase of 155. Despite her effort, the hosts fell short by 21 runs, as Sri Lanka, led by Chamari Athapaththu, secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Key Contribution in a Challenging Chase Needing 41 runs to reach the milestone, Akhter’s innings highlighted her…

Chamari Athapaththu delivered another standout performance as Sri Lanka completed a 3–0 T20I series sweep over Bangladesh with a three-run win in a rain-affected third match in Sylhet on May 2, 2026. Sri Lanka had already secured the series with a 21-run victory in the second T20I, but the final game still held importance as both teams looked to refine combinations ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5. The contest at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium was reduced to nine overs per side due to persistent rain. Both…

New Zealand’s White Ferns head into the 10th ICC Women’s T20 World Cup as defending champions following their 32-run win over South Africa in Dubai on October 20, 2024. Led by captain Amelia Kerr, the squad combines experienced names with five debutants—Nensi Patel, Izzy Sharp, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, and Flora Devonshire—who are set to feature on the global stage for the first time. All five players have emerged through the Women’s Super Smash 2025/26, bringing a mix of batting strength, bowling depth, and versatility. Ahead of the tournament, New Zealand will face England in a preparatory ODI and T20I…

Zimbabwe Women are set to tour Pakistan this May in what will be their first-ever visit to the country, marking a significant moment in the team’s development. The 15-member squad features ten new players, reflecting a major transition following the retirement of senior figure Mary-Anne Musonda. With only five players retained from the previous series against New Zealand, interim captain Nomvelo Sibanda faces the task of guiding a largely inexperienced group. The return of all-rounder Kelis Ndhlovu from a concussion layoff provides a boost to the squad, though the absence of Josephine Nkomo and Nyasha Gwanzura due to injury underlines…

USA Women delivered a comprehensive all-round performance to secure a commanding nine-wicket victory over Italy Women in the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 in Kigali. Chasing a target of 100, the United States reached the total with 23 balls remaining, thanks to an outstanding display from Player of the Match Sainavi Kambalapalli, who contributed with both bat and ball. The result further boosted USA’s position in the tournament, while Italy were left searching for consistency after struggling across both innings. Italy Struggle to Build Momentum Italy’s innings got off to an early setback when Emilia Bartram was dismissed for…

Nepal Women delivered a dominant performance in the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 in Kigali, securing an emphatic 83-run victory over Vanuatu Women. A composed batting display followed by a clinical bowling effort saw Nepal take full control, with Kabita Kunwar’s remarkable spell of 6 for 5 standing out as the defining contribution of the match. Khadka Anchors, Barma Finishes Strongly Nepal’s innings began on a steady note as Samjhana Khadka and Puja Mahato added 44 runs for the opening wicket. Mahato contributed 19 from 20 balls, including a six, before being dismissed lbw by Nasimana Navaika in the…

Sri Lanka secured a 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh after a 21-run victory in the second match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Led by Chamari Athapaththu, the visitors backed up their 25-run win in the opening game at the same venue to clinch the series with one match remaining. Bangladesh, captained by Nigar Sultana Joty, made two changes to their XI, bringing in Ritu Moni and Fahima Khatun in place of Rabeya Khan and Marufa Akter. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, fielded an unchanged side. Samarawickrama Anchors Sri Lanka’s Total After being put in to bat, Sri…

With the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 set to take place in England between June and July, India head into the tournament in a phase of recalibration. Crucially, the final squad is yet to be announced, turning recent bilateral series into high-stakes selection trials. The India Women’s tour of South Africa 2026 offered the clearest insight into the team’s current direction. India’s 1–4 series defeat exposed structural issues, particularly middle-order instability and inconsistent bowling control, but also highlighted a growing reliance on younger players. While captain Harmanpreet Kaur led the run charts with 169 runs, the emerging core demonstrated…