Author: Priya Menon

Malaysia Women’s U19 secured a hard-fought 15-run victory over Indonesia Women’s U19 in their Indonesia U19 Women’s Team Tour to Malaysia 2026 encounter, with disciplined bowling and steady batting proving decisive in a closely contested match. Malaysia began their innings with a composed approach, as Nur Aliya M. and Nazatul Hidayah Husna put together a 31-run opening stand. Nur Aliya made 13 off 26 balls before falling to Intan Berlian, while Nazatul contributed 19 off 22 balls at a strike rate of 86.36. The innings gained momentum when Irdina Beh joined Nazatul, adding 21 runs for the next wicket before…

Georgia Redmayne’s standout season with Queensland Fire was recognised with the Jodie Purves Trophy, awarded to the Player of the Year at the Queensland Cricket Awards 2026. Her performances across the campaign made her a central figure in the side’s batting unit, combining consistency with composure under pressure. In a highly competitive season, Redmayne distinguished herself through both the volume of runs and the manner in which she constructed her innings. She emerged as a dependable presence at the top of the order, often providing stability in key moments and setting the tone for her team. Consistency Defines WNCL Campaign…

England Women have strengthened their coaching setup by appointing former left-arm spinner Tom Smith as an assistant coach, with a dedicated focus on spin bowling ahead of a pivotal 2026 campaign. Smith arrives with extensive experience from both his playing days and coaching career. Over nearly 20 years as a professional cricketer, he claimed close to 400 wickets across formats while representing Sussex, Surrey, Middlesex and Gloucestershire. He began his coaching journey at Gloucestershire, initially combining playing and coaching duties in 2021 before transitioning into a full-time assistant coach role in 2025. His experience in the women’s game also includes…

March 2026 offered a compelling stretch in women’s cricket, featuring closely contested bilateral series, dominant whitewashes, and notable individual performances. From South Africa’s success against Pakistan to New Zealand’s clean sweeps over Zimbabwe, Australia’s commanding run in the Caribbean, and Nigeria’s title-winning campaign, the month also saw the landmark staging of the inaugural Women’s Hundred Auction. Australia vs India: All-Format Battle Ends in Australia’s Favour Australia hosted India in a multi-format series that also marked Alyssa Healy’s final international assignment. India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, secured a significant 2-1 T20I series victory in Australia, their first since 2016. However, the…

Surrey have secured the services of Australia A allrounder Maitlan Brown for the initial block of Metro Bank One-Day Cup fixtures scheduled across April and May. The 28-year-old is set to join the squad ahead of the season opener on April 11 and will be available for the team’s first eight matches. Brown is yet to make her senior debut for Australia but remains a consistent presence in the Australia A setup and was recently included in the Test squad for the series against India. She also brings prior experience in English domestic cricket, having represented Southern Vipers in the…

Ashleigh Gardner capped off an outstanding campaign by being named Sydney Sixers Player of the Season in the Women’s Big Bash League 2025–26. The award recognises a season defined by strong leadership, consistent performances, and decisive contributions, as Gardner emerged as one of the competition’s most influential captains. Stepping into the captaincy role at the beginning of the season brought added responsibility, but Gardner handled the challenge with assurance. Renowned for her aggressive batting and effective off-spin, she added a new dimension to her game through composed and strategic leadership. Her elevation to captain signalled an important transition for the…

Thailand U19 Women delivered a controlled and clinical performance to defeat Hong Kong, China U19 Women in the U-19 Women’s T20 Challenge 2026, combining disciplined bowling with a composed run chase to secure victory comfortably. Hong Kong struggle for momentum Hong Kong found it difficult to build partnerships after early setbacks. Tejasvi Rajaram managed just 2 off 12 balls before falling at 1/13 in 3.6 overs, while captain Poon Hoi Lam attempted to steady the innings with 14 from 19 deliveries, including two boundaries, before being dismissed at 2/19 in 5.4 overs. Fatima Amir provided some resistance, top-scoring with 22…

Georgia Wareham is making the most of her opportunities in Australia’s ODI setup, delivering impactful performances in the ongoing series against West Indies. Having played only nine of a possible 21 ODIs since mid-2024, the leg-spinning all-rounder arrived in the Caribbean with a point to prove. Two matches into the series, she has made a strong statement, picking up four wickets and contributing with the bat to help Australia secure an unassailable 2-0 lead. Seizing the opportunity Wareham’s performances have brought renewed focus on her role in the 50-over side. Competing with fellow leg-spinner Alana King, who has often been…

Ayabonga Khaka marked a major milestone during the second ODI in Wellington, becoming only the third South African seamer after Shabnim Ismail and Marizanne Kapp to reach 150 ODI wickets, while also making her 200th international appearance. The landmark came at the Basin Reserve, where the experienced pacer delivered a determined spell of 10-0-51-3 while defending a target of 347. Although South Africa were edged out by two wickets as New Zealand completed a record chase of 350/8, powered by Amelia Kerr’s unbeaten 179 from 139 balls, Khaka’s performance stood out in a contest that levelled the series 1-1. Key…

England Women are entering a new phase under head coach Charlotte Edwards, with fitness standards now becoming a point of strength rather than concern. After facing criticism following their exit from the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and a difficult Women’s Ashes campaign in 2025, the team has responded with visible improvements in conditioning and preparation. In the period before Edwards’ appointment, fitness had become a major talking point. Former spinner Alex Hartley had stated that some players were “letting the team down,” while former coach Jon Lewis pointed to a gap between England and Australia in terms of athleticism…