Author: Priya Menon

Katie Mack has been recognised for her outstanding domestic campaign after being named the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) Player of the Year for the 2025–26 season. The award caps a remarkable period of consistency for the New South Wales Breakers batter, who now prepares for her first WNCL final. Mack amassed 632 runs from 12 matches during the season, underlining her reliability at the crease. Despite the impressive numbers, she reacted to the recognition with characteristic humility, describing the honour as “unexpected.” As she looks forward to the title clash with the Breakers, Mack acknowledged a mix of anticipation…

South Africa’s young all-rounder Kayla Reyneke continued her impressive start to international cricket by delivering another match-winning performance as the Proteas drew level in their five-match T20I series against New Zealand. The 20-year-old received widespread praise after South Africa secured a narrow 18-run victory in the second T20I at Hamilton on Tuesday. Reyneke provided a decisive late surge, striking three successive sixes off experienced New Zealand all-rounder Sophie Devine in the final over of the innings. Her cameo helped South Africa post a competitive total of 177/5 at Seddon Park, which ultimately proved enough as the hosts fell short in…

Australia captain Sophie Molineux has confirmed her readiness to feature in the upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies in the Caribbean. The left-arm all-rounder has been managing a back injury in recent months and was unavailable for the latter part of Australia’s recent home ODI series against India. However, she is now moving closer to full fitness as the team prepares for the contests in the Caribbean. With less than three months remaining before the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England, Molineux offered an encouraging update on her condition ahead of the series, which begins on Thursday. “(I…

Australia Women are set to begin their T20I bilateral series against West Indies Women at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingston. Despite maintaining solid form in international cricket, the visitors recently suffered a T20I series defeat against India Women. Newly appointed captain Sophie Molineux will be aiming for a positive start in her leadership tenure as Australia look to regain momentum. Ahead of the opening fixture, three players stand out as key figures to perform. Ellyse Perry All-rounder Ellyse Perry continues to be a vital presence in Australia’s T20I setup, contributing with both bat and ball. She has amassed 2,201…

The Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos will host the inaugural Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament from March 20 to 27, 2026. Five teams — Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, and South Africa Under-19 — are set to compete in what promises to be an exciting showcase of emerging talent and regional rivalry. The week-long event is expected to deliver fast-paced T20I contests, with the competition concluding in a third-place play-off and the final on March 27. As women’s cricket continues to grow across the continent, the tournament offers players a platform to make an impression at the international…

West Indies Women are set to begin their T20I bilateral series against Australia Women at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingston. The hosts head into the contest after a 2-1 series defeat against Sri Lanka Women, and captain Hayley Matthews will be aiming for a strong response as her side looks to reassert itself in the shortest format. Ahead of the opening match, three players stand out as key figures for the Caribbean team. Qiana Joseph All-rounder Qiana Joseph has been a dependable performer for West Indies in recent outings, particularly with her economical bowling. Across her T20I career, she…

The Arnos Vale Ground in St Vincent is set to host the opening T20I of the three-match series on March 19 as West Indies take on the top-ranked Australia side. With the T20 World Cup approaching, the contest presents an important test for both teams. Australia arrive with their reputation for consistency and a new leadership phase under Sophie Molineux, while the hosts will aim to capitalise on home conditions and their trademark flair in the shortest format. Squads West Indies Women’s Cricket TeamHayley Matthews, Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Eboni Brathwaite, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea…

Australia may take a cautious approach with new captain Sophie Molineux during the upcoming tour of the West Indies, with the possibility that she features as a batter only as the team manages her workload ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year. Molineux led the side in the three-match T20I series against India last month before Alyssa Healy returned for the ODI and Test matches. Following Healy’s retirement at the end of that home multi-format series, the 28-year-old has now officially assumed the captaincy. She is expected to be available for all three T20Is in St Vincent after…

Season 6 of the Mumbai Indians Junior Cricket Tournament concluded on a high note at the historic MIG Cricket Club in Bandra, where Modern English School (Girls U-15) emerged as champions among 17 competing teams. Mumbai Indians Head Coach Mahela Jayawardene attended the closing ceremony, applauding the young participants and encouraging them to pursue their ambitions in cricket. “This is our sixth year of organising MI Junior, and it’s getting more exciting every year,” Jayawardene beamed. “Sports is about participating, and at this age, it is about enjoying the competition more than anything. We are at an iconic venue today,…

The Rwanda Cricket Association has announced the national women’s squad set to compete in the forthcoming Nigeria Women’s Invitational T20I 2026. Under the leadership of experienced skipper Diane Bimenyimana, the side is scheduled to travel to Nigeria on Wednesday. The tournament represents another important milestone in the continued growth of Rwandan cricket, with the “Lady Cranes” aiming to underline the skill and composure that have strengthened their reputation across the continent. The 14-member squad brings together a well-balanced combination of experienced campaigners and emerging young prospects. Prominent performers such as Gisele Ishimwe and Henriette Ishimwe, both key figures in Rwanda’s…