Author: Priya Menon

Brazil Women produced a dominant display to defeat Mozambique Women in the 18th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026, sealing a nine-wicket victory with 107 balls remaining in a one-sided contest. After opting to bat, Mozambique Women struggled from the outset against a relentless Brazilian bowling attack and were bowled out for just 19 runs in 7.3 overs. The innings never gained momentum, with Rosalia Haiong the only batter to register a boundary, finishing with 4 runs. Boas and Monteiro dismantle Mozambique Lindsay Boas led the charge with the ball, returning figures of 5 for 10 in 3.3…

Malawi Women produced a dominant performance to defeat Lesotho Women by nine wickets in the 17th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 in Gaborone, completing the chase with 75 balls remaining. The victory was built on a disciplined bowling effort followed by a controlled chase, with Praise Maziya playing a key role with both ball and bat. Malawi bowlers dismantle Lesotho for 40 Lesotho Women struggled to build any momentum after being put under early pressure. Pabalio Pheko was dismissed for a duck by Sugeni Kananji in the second over, and Kananelo Molapo followed after scoring 3 off…

Brazil Women produced a dominant all-round display to defeat Botswana Women by eight wickets in the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament, with the result largely shaped by a disciplined bowling effort in the first innings. After being put in to bat, Botswana Women struggled from the outset as Brazil’s bowlers struck early. Laura Mophakedi fell for 5, caught by Lindsay Boas off Maria Ribeiro, while Gratile Kgeresi was dismissed for a duck. Captain Tuelo Shadrack also departed cheaply for 1, leaving Botswana at 8 for 3 inside four overs. Botswana struggle against disciplined bowling Pako Mapotsane showed some resistance with 14…

USA Women defended a modest total of 107 to secure a hard-fought 20-run victory over Uganda A Women in the Easter Women’s T20 Cup 2026, with Aditiba Indrajitsinh Chudasama delivering a decisive bowling performance. After opting to bat, USA Women made a cautious start as Uganda A’s bowlers applied early pressure. Sainavi Kambalapalli scored 12 off 16 balls before falling to Mary Namiro, while Nikhar Doshi (13 off 19) was run out, reflecting sharp fielding from Uganda. Chetna Reddy Pagydyala followed soon after for 1, leaving USA in a delicate position. Vaghela and Ganesh steady the innings The innings was…

Malawi Women secured a composed five-wicket victory over Zambia Women in a low-scoring encounter in the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament, with disciplined bowling and a steady chase proving decisive. After being asked to bat, Zambia Women struggled to establish momentum as early breakthroughs put them under pressure. Nancy Chabula fell for 1 at 5 for 1 in 3.1 overs, followed immediately by Mwake Kachingo, reducing the side to 5 for 2. The pressure continued through the powerplay, with Malawi’s bowlers maintaining tight lines. Filo Chenda and Rithika Sriram attempted to rebuild, but the partnership was cut short when Chenda was…

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has implemented a significant pay overhaul for women’s domestic cricket, announcing a sharp increase in match fees and salaries in a move aimed at improving the financial structure of the game. The decision represents the first major step taken by the ad-hoc committee led by Tamim Iqbal, which recently assumed charge. The reforms were prompted after it emerged that women players had been earning as little as BDT 1,000 per match in domestic one-day competitions until a recent revision. Under the updated structure, match fees have been raised considerably across formats. Players will now earn…

CA Gold secured a comprehensive 148-run victory over CA Green on day three at Bankstown Oval, completing a dominant performance built on Anika Learoyd’s outstanding contribution across both innings and Frankie Nicklin’s match-winning effort with the ball. Resuming at 56 for 5 in their second innings, CA Gold faced early pressure after their late slide on day two. Learoyd once again played a crucial role, remaining unbeaten on 68 off 138 balls to add to her first-innings 142*. She combined with Sianna Ginger, who made 25 off 48 deliveries, to stabilise the innings and push the total beyond 100. Ginger’s…

Uganda Women produced a dominant all-round display to defeat Uganda A Women by 51 runs in the Easter Women’s T20 Cup 2026, with Sarah Akiteng’s remarkable hat-trick headlining a clinical bowling performance. Batting first, Uganda Women were guided by captain Janet Mbabazi, who anchored the innings with a composed 42 off 37 balls, striking five boundaries. The innings began steadily, though Stephanie Nampina was dismissed early for 4 off 4 balls by Sarah Walaza. Kevin Awino added a quick 6 off 8 deliveries before being run out, halting early momentum. Uganda Women then struggled to build sustained partnerships, with Immaculate…

Uganda Women edged out USA Women by just one run in a tense opening match of the Easter Women’s T20 Cup 2026, with a disciplined all-round effort highlighted by Sarah Akiteng’s decisive bowling performance. Batting first, Uganda Women made a steady start, anchored by Janet Mbabazi, who scored 23 off 27 balls. Despite losing Stephanie Nampiina for a duck early, Immaculate Nakisuuyi (12) and Rita Musamali (15) helped stabilise the innings with a brief partnership. USA Women kept the pressure on through regular breakthroughs, with Sainavi Kambalapalli and Ritu Priya Singh striking at key moments. Uganda’s innings was shaped by…

Australia U19 Women secured a dramatic one-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the third match of the Under-19 Tri-series at the Ian Healy Oval on 8 April 2026. Led by stand-in captain Emily Powell, Australia chased down 175 in a tense finish, with Alyssa Dermody playing a decisive unbeaten innings. Sri Lanka, captained by Chamodi Praboda, entered the contest after a 52-run win over England in the previous match at the same venue. Sri Lanka post 174 after strong start After winning the toss, Sri Lanka opted to bat and made a solid start through openers Vimoksha Balasuriya and Sanjana…