Author: Priya Menon

London Spirit Women’s assistant coach Malolan Rangarajan believes a successful Women’s T20 World Cup campaign for England could significantly boost interest in the women’s Hundred competition. Having previously experienced the surge in attention around franchise cricket during his tenure as head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rangarajan witnessed the enthusiasm surrounding the Women’s Premier League that followed India’s triumph at the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Now working with London Spirit Women, he was involved as a strategist during the inaugural Hundred Auction held in London on Wednesday. Reflecting on the potential impact of the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup…

The journey to the CSA Women’s Pro20 2026 final has been marked by consistent performances from both finalists. The Lions secured the top spot on the table after registering eight wins from nine matches, maintaining strong momentum throughout the campaign after opening with a victory over the Dolphins and suffering just one defeat. Western Province also recorded eight victories but finished slightly behind due to an additional loss. Their batting line-up has been particularly dominant, highlighted by imposing totals such as 192 against North West. With each side claiming a win apiece during the season — Western Province prevailing in…

New Zealand all-rounder Brooke Halliday reached a significant career milestone at University Oval in Dunedin, making her 100th international appearance during the third ODI against Zimbabwe on 11 March 2026. Batting at number five in the first innings, the 30-year-old contributed a steady 40 off 40 deliveries, striking three boundaries and a six, as the White Ferns posted 303/6 in their allotted 50 overs. The hosts then bowled out Zimbabwe for 103 in the 28th over of the chase, sealing a comprehensive 200-run win and completing a dominant 3-0 sweep in the ODI series under captain Amelia Kerr against Nomvelo…

Manchester Super Giants have confirmed the appointment of Meg Lanning as their captain for The Hundred 2026, signalling a leadership shift built around experience, achievement, and ambition. The Australian great takes charge as the franchise prepares for a new phase in the competition. Lanning is widely considered among the most accomplished captains in women’s cricket. During her tenure with the Australia women’s national team, she was part of a period of remarkable success that included two ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumphs and five ICC Women’s T20 World Cup titles. Australia also secured a gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth…

Surrey have named Kira Chathli as their captain for the 50-over format ahead of the 2026 One Day Cup campaign. The move marks a new leadership phase for the side, while Bryony Smith will continue to lead the team in T20 cricket as they aim to defend their Blast title. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Southwark has been part of the county setup since making her debut in 2013. Over the years, Chathli has established herself as an important member of the squad, notably playing a decisive role in Surrey’s London Cup triumph over Middlesex in 2020 with an unbeaten 28…

New Zealand’s commanding white-ball performances against Zimbabwe between February 25 and March 11, 2026, have resulted in significant gains for several White Ferns players in the latest ICC Women’s ODI Player Rankings. The hosts completed a 3-0 sweep in both the T20I and ODI series, with their consistent displays reflected in the updated rankings across multiple categories. Skipper Amelia Kerr spearheaded the rise with a standout all-round showing during the ODI leg of the tour. Her performances were highlighted by a seven-wicket spell in Dunedin, making her only the seventh woman — and the first New Zealand player — to…

Ellyse Perry will continue to lead Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2026, extending her association with the franchise as captain in the women’s competition. The experienced Australian all-rounder has played a significant role in the team’s journey over recent seasons and remains a central figure in their plans for the upcoming campaign. At 35, Perry is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and respected all-rounders in world cricket. Known for her calm leadership and ability to contribute in all facets of the game, she brings balance to the Phoenix line-up with both bat and ball. Perry, a right-handed…

When 23-year-old Nensi Patel received her White Ferns cap at Seddon Park on February 25, 2026, it marked a landmark moment in New Zealand women’s cricket history. Patel became the first Indian-born cricketer to represent the national women’s team, completing a journey shaped by determination, family support and ambitions that spanned continents. Her debut came in the opening T20I of New Zealand’s home white-ball series against Zimbabwe. Led by captain Amelia Kerr, the White Ferns went on to secure 3-0 victories in both the T20I and ODI legs. Patel made an immediate impact, finishing as joint-highest wicket-taker in the T20I…

The Women’s Hundred is preparing for its sixth season, with franchises reshaping their squads ahead of the 2026 campaign. The latest auction and retention phase saw teams secure several established stars while also making aggressive bids for high-profile names to strengthen their line-ups. The structure of the competition has also experienced a significant shift following fresh investments from IPL franchises. Four teams in The Hundred now operate under IPL ownership, with three of them adopting new identities aligned with their Indian counterparts. Oval Invincibles will compete as MI London under the Mumbai Indians banner, Northern Superchargers have been rebranded as…

India’s cricketers dominated the women’s categories at ESPNcricinfo’s annual awards for individual performances in 2025, highlighting a year in which the national side secured its maiden World Cup title. Jemimah Rodrigues earned the women’s ODI batting honour for her memorable century against Australia in the World Cup, an innings played despite battling cramps that helped eliminate the defending champions. Deepti Sharma received the ODI bowling award following her decisive five-wicket haul in the final against South Africa. Harmanpreet Kaur was recognised with the captain’s award after guiding India to the world title, completing white-ball series victories in England and securing…