Author: Priya Menon

Malawi Women delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Mozambique Women in the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026, producing a clinical display with both ball and bat in a one-sided contest in Gaborone. Asked to bat first, Mozambique Women struggled to build any momentum as Malawi’s bowlers struck early and regularly. Olga Mondlane and Palmira Cuinica were both dismissed for ducks, with Lucy Malino and Sugeni Kananjii setting the tone with early breakthroughs. Amelia Mundundo and Wisley Bucuane also fell without making an impact, leaving Mozambique in trouble with four wickets down for minimal runs. The pressure continued as Irene…

Cricket Victoria has confirmed its women’s squad for the 2026 National Indigenous Cricket Championships (NICC), unveiling a group that blends emerging talent with experienced performers set to represent the state at the national level. The 14-player squad reflects the continued development of Indigenous cricket pathways in Victoria, bringing together players from a range of Aboriginal communities. The selection underlines Cricket Victoria’s focus on promoting participation and performance among Indigenous cricketers. Squad: Anabelle Glossop, Brooke Nam, Cindy Duson, Crystal West, Ella Hayward, Emma Mannix-Geeves, Jaide Anthony, Jasmine Buzacott, Merinda Hale, Rose Stewart, Shawana Brown, Taya Munro, Taylah Blacklaw, Tya Fry Led…

Botswana Women delivered a controlled and disciplined performance to secure a 23-run victory over Malawi Women in the 9th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. In a game shaped by steady batting and consistent bowling, Botswana managed key moments effectively to come out on top. Choosing to bat first, Botswana began cautiously as the opening pair of Laura Mophakedi and Pako Mapotsane focused on building a foundation. Runs were hard to come by early, and the partnership produced 17 before Mapotsane was stumped for 9 off 18 balls at 17/1 in 6.1 overs. Oraitile Kgeresi followed soon after…

CA Gold hold a 114-run lead but find themselves under pressure at the close of day two in their three-day domestic fixture at Bankstown Oval, with five wickets down in their second innings after a day that saw momentum swing between the two sides. Resuming in reply to Gold’s first-innings total of 292, CA Green showed resilience to reach 234 in 87.4 overs, reducing the deficit to 58 and keeping themselves firmly in contention. Their innings featured a blend of attacking play and lower-order resistance following a middle-order collapse. Charli Knott carried forward her intent from day one, scoring a…

Brazil allrounder Laura Cardoso produced a record-breaking bowling performance to become the first player in men’s or women’s T20I history to take nine wickets in a single innings. The 21-year-old dismantled Lesotho in the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026, finishing with figures of 9 for 4 from three overs as her side secured a dominant 189-run victory. The match, played at Botswana Cricket Association Oval 2 in Gaborone on April 9, saw Brazil, captained by Carolina Nascimento, extend their unbeaten run in the tournament and move to the top of the points table with five wins from five matches. Cardoso’s…

Cricket Australia’s decision to appoint Sophie Molineux as national captain has sparked discussion, with selector Shawn Flegler acknowledging that the call could be revisited if her injury issues continue. Despite questions over her recent fitness record, the selectors remain convinced she is the right choice to guide the team forward. Molineux, who made her international debut in 2018, has long been viewed as a leadership presence within the squad. However, her career has been interrupted by multiple injury setbacks, including a prolonged spell on the sidelines between 2021 and 2023. More recently, she missed the Ashes with a knee problem…

Brazil Women produced a dominant all-round display to secure a comprehensive nine-wicket victory over Mozambique Women in the 8th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. The chase was completed with ease, underlining Brazil’s growing strength in associate women’s cricket, although Mozambique did show brief moments of resistance during the contest. Asked to bat first, Mozambique Women struggled to build momentum from the outset. Palmira Cuinica fell early at 7/1 in 2.4 overs, with Amelia Mundundo following at 12/2 in 3.5 overs. Olga Mondlane was also dismissed cheaply, leaving the side in trouble at 12/3 in 4.4 overs. Brazil’s…

Mozambique Women delivered a disciplined all-round performance to defeat Lesotho Women by 32 runs in the 11th match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. Contributions at key moments across both innings proved decisive, as Mozambique overcame early setbacks to secure a convincing result. Mozambique’s innings began cautiously, with Lesotho’s bowlers maintaining tight lines early on. Olga Mondlane scored a steady 16 off 16 balls, but the side suffered an early blow when Palmira Cuinica was dismissed for 12 off 24 deliveries at 1-25 in 5.4 overs, bowled by Boitumelo Tlali. Soon after, Mondlane also departed at 2-32 in 7.2…

Australia U19 Women, led by Tegan Williamson, began their Under-19 Tri-Series campaign with a six-wicket victory over England at Ian Healy Oval. The tournament, featuring England and Sri Lanka, includes a two-match One Day leg followed by a four-match T20 series. Australia Restrict England to 166 After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Australia made early inroads when Ira Aery removed Olivia Cunliffe in the fifth over. England responded through a 47-run partnership for the second wicket between Prarthana Reddy and Amelia Oliver. Reddy scored 19 off 34 balls before Filippa Suesee broke the stand in the 15th over.…

Anika Learoyd produced a commanding unbeaten century to put CA Gold in a strong position on the opening day of their three-day red-ball clash against CA Green at Bankstown Oval in Sydney. Gold were bowled out for 292 before reducing Green to 63/1 at stumps, ending the day firmly on top. Learoyd Anchors Gold After Early Wobbles After choosing to bat, CA Gold endured a shaky start with Katie Mack dismissed for 4, caught by Bridget Patterson off Tayla Vlaeminck. Courtney Webb (25 off 38) and Maddy Darke (21 off 53) attempted to stabilise the innings, but both fell to…