Author: Priya Menon

South Africa Women have dominated the opening two matches of the five-game T20I series against India, putting the visitors under pressure heading into a crucial third encounter. The hosts chased down 158 with five balls to spare in the first game and followed it with a commanding eight-wicket victory in Durban. India showed glimpses of promise through Shafali Verma’s aggressive half-century in the second match, but their middle order failed to build on the momentum, finishing at 147. South Africa’s opening pair of Laura Wolvaardt and Sune Luus made light work of the target, putting together a substantial stand to…

Victoria Women, captained by Ella Hayward, secured their first-ever National Indigenous Cricket Championship title after completing an unbeaten run in the 2026 edition of the tournament. The competition, held from April 14 to 19, featured five teams – New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia – in a 20-over format. Victoria Crowned Champions After Dominant Final Victoria sealed the title with a convincing 58-run win over New South Wales in Finals Round 2 on April 19 at Harrup Park, Great Barrier Reef Arena. The final brought together the winners of Round 1 finals, with New South Wales…

Chloe Tryon’s Player of the Match performance against India came with a unique acknowledgment, as she credited her success to Keshav Maharaj after a decisive spell of 3 for 22 that dismantled the opposition’s top order. Maharaj, currently not engaged with the men’s side during their break, has been working closely with the South Africa Women’s team as a tactical consultant during the T20I series. His involvement has already delivered results, particularly in Durban, a venue where his experience proved invaluable. Tactical Input Makes Immediate Impact For South Africa’s spin group, including Tryon and Sune Luus, Maharaj’s presence brought fresh…

Nepal Women, led by Indu Barma, secured a commanding 50-run victory over Italy Women, captained by Emilia Bartram, in the fourth match of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 at Gahanga B Ground, Rwanda. Earlier in the day, hosts Rwanda had defeated Vanuatu, but Nepal followed up with a dominant all-round performance to strengthen their position in the tournament. Puja Mahato Anchors Nepal’s Total After winning the toss and opting to bat, Nepal made a steady start through openers Samjhana Khadka and Bindu Rawal, who added 19 runs for the first wicket. The partnership was broken in the fourth…

Bangladesh Women registered a hard-earned victory over Sri Lanka in Rajshahi, successfully chasing 206 in 48.3 overs, though a late collapse nearly turned a comfortable chase into a nervy finish. The innings was anchored by Sharmin Akhter Supta, who produced a composed 86 to steady the chase after early setbacks and guide her side towards victory before a sudden flurry of wickets created late tension. Sri Lanka Build, Bangladesh Restrict Late After opting to bat first, Sri Lanka made a steady start, scoring 44 runs in the powerplay without losing a wicket. Hasini Perera and Imesha Dulani combined for a…

Rwanda Women, captained by Marie Bimenyimana, secured a convincing 41-run victory over Vanuatu Women, led by Rachel Andrew, in the third match of the ICC Women’s T20I Challenge Trophy 2026 at Gahanga B Ground. After suffering defeats on the opening day of the tournament, Rwanda responded strongly with a well-rounded performance led by their skipper. Rwanda Recover After Early Collapse Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Rwanda faced early setbacks as their top order collapsed within the first three overs. The innings was steadied by a crucial 49-run fourth-wicket partnership between Marie Bimenyimana and Gisele Ishimwe. Ishimwe contributed…

After featuring in nearly 300 international matches as a dependable presence in South Africa’s middle order, Sune Luus is stepping into a new role at the top of the batting lineup as the team prepares for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales. The experienced all-rounder has been promoted to open alongside captain Laura Wolvaardt, a move that is already yielding positive results. In the second T20I of their ongoing home series against India, the pair combined for a commanding 106-run opening partnership. Luus contributed a well-crafted 57 in the eight-wicket win in Durban, highlighting her…

Anushka Sharma marked her international debut for India Women with a composed innings in the second T20I against South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban, on April 19, 2026. The 23-year-old middle-order batter contributed 28 runs off 31 balls, including three boundaries, as India were bowled out for 147 in the five-match series encounter. With Harmanpreet Kaur leading the side and South Africa already holding a 1-0 lead after the opening game, India were aiming to level the series in Durban. South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and chose to bowl first, putting India under early pressure. Composed Start on…

South Africa Women continued their dominant run in Durban, securing a victory in the second T20I on April 19, 2026, to go 2-0 up in the five-match series against India. The hosts backed up their opening win with another clinical display, led by Chloe Tryon’s impressive three-wicket haul. India Make Changes but Struggle After Strong Start India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, made a couple of changes in pursuit of a comeback. Anushka Sharma was handed her international debut, while Kranti Gaud replaced Renuka Singh in the playing XI. South Africa, on the other hand, retained the same side. After winning…

Surrey Women completed an impressive chase to defeat Durham Women in the 12th match of the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at The Oval, successfully overhauling a target of 257 in a contest shaped by partnerships, individual brilliance, and disciplined bowling efforts across both innings. Durham Women, after being sent in to bat, endured an early setback when Emma Marlow was dismissed for 6, caught by Capsey off Tilly Corteen-Coleman, leaving them at 13/1 in 3.5 overs. Tahlia Wilson attempted to steady the innings but fell for 15 (27 balls), with Alice Monaghan accounting for her wicket. Despite the early…