Author: Priya Menon

Rwanda’s Fanny Utagushimaninde scripted history by becoming the first woman to score a century on T20I debut. The teenager struck an unbeaten 111 off 65 deliveries against Ghana in Lagos during the Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament. At just 15 years old, Utagushimaninde also set a new benchmark as the youngest centurion in women’s T20 Internationals. The earlier record for the highest individual score by a woman on T20I debut had been held by Australia’s Karen Rolton, who made 96 not out against England in Taunton in 2005, in only the second women’s T20I ever played. Before this achievement, the…

Cricket Central in Sydney will host a high-stakes showdown as New South Wales (NSW) Breakers take on Queensland Fire in the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2025–26 Final. The Breakers have dominated the campaign, losing just one of their twelve matches to finish comfortably atop the standings with 49 points. Queensland Fire, meanwhile, had to overcome a challenging mid-season phase and hold off a late push from Western Australia, eventually sealing their place in the final with eight wins. With NSW carrying the confidence of a commanding league phase and the Fire proving their ability to edge close contests, the…

Australia all-rounder and vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner celebrated a significant career milestone on March 20, 2026, during the opening T20I against West Indies at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown, St Vincent. The 28-year-old became the seventh Australian cricketer — and the first off-spinner from the country — to feature in 100 women’s T20 Internationals. The landmark appearance coincided with Australia’s convincing 43-run win under captain Sophie Molineux, giving the visitors a 1-0 advantage in the three-match series. Gardner made a brief contribution of 1 (2) with the bat and returned economical bowling figures of 3-0-27-0. The ongoing white-ball tour, scheduled…

All-rounder Sophie Devine delivered a commanding performance to steer New Zealand to a comfortable six-wicket victory over South Africa at Eden Park, giving the hosts a 2-1 advantage in the ongoing T20I series. Chasing a target of 150, Devine’s unbeaten half-century proved decisive after she had earlier made an impact with the ball. New Zealand completed the chase with relative ease, finishing on 152/4 after South Africa posted 149/7 in their innings. Devine’s composed 59 not out marked her 22nd half-century in T20 internationals and underlined her influence across all facets of the match. She had also claimed two wickets…

The third match of the five-game T20I series between New Zealand Women and South Africa Women will be played at Eden Park in Auckland. The Proteas staged an impressive comeback in the series by securing a convincing victory in the second encounter after an early setback. When it initially looked like the hosts might dominate the contest, Laura Wolvaardt and her side responded with determination to level the momentum. As South Africa Women prepare for another crucial clash, here are three players who could play a decisive role. Ayabonga KhakaAyabonga Khaka has established herself as one of South Africa’s most…

The third encounter of the five-match T20I series between New Zealand Women and South Africa Women will take place at Eden Park in Auckland. The hosts began the series on a strong note with a convincing victory, but South Africa responded emphatically in the second match thanks to some impressive bowling performances. Skipper Amelia Kerr will be eager for her side to bounce back and regain the upper hand. As the White Ferns prepare for the crucial clash, here are three players who could make a significant impact. Amelia KerrCaptain and all-rounder Amelia Kerr remains one of New Zealand’s most…

Zimbabwe Under-19 Women have confirmed their squad for the upcoming Nigeria Cricket Federation Women’s T20I Invitational 2026, set to take place at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos. The young side, popularly known as the “Baby Chevrons,” arrived as the first international team for the tournament, signalling their intent to make a strong impression on Nigerian soil. The competition provides an important opportunity for Zimbabwe’s emerging players to showcase the strength of the country’s developmental pathway. With a reputation for fearless and attacking cricket, the U-19 squad is expected to bring energy and tactical sharpness to the event,…

The Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos is set to host the 2026 edition of the Nigeria Women’s Invitational T20I Tournament, with the hosts announcing their squad ahead of the much-anticipated competition. Now renamed the Patricia Kambarami Cup, the tournament holds special significance for the Nigeria Women’s team, who will be aiming to make a strong impression in front of their home supporters after finishing as runners-up in the previous edition. Nigeria will be led by all-rounder Piety Lucky, who brings leadership experience after guiding the country’s Under-19 side at the World Cup. The squad combines experienced campaigners with…

A fluent half-century from Beth Mooney and a decisive bowling spell from Alana King guided Australia to a 43-run victory over West Indies in the opening T20I in St Vincent, even after the visitors endured a below-par performance in the field. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, captain Sophie Molineux saw her side get off to a shaky start as Australia slipped to 34/2. Georgia Voll was dismissed by Deandra Dottin in the third over, while Phoebe Litchfield followed soon after, falling to Jahzara Claxton in the sixth. Mooney then combined with Ellyse Perry to stabilise the innings,…

For Jess Jonassen, the upcoming 2025–26 Women’s National Cricket League final represents more than just another opportunity to win silverware — it signals a personal turning point. After several seasons leading both Queensland Fire and Brisbane Heat, the experienced allrounder has rediscovered her form by stepping away from leadership duties. The decision has allowed her to focus solely on her game while easing the mental demands associated with captaining two sides. Jonassen, who held dual captaincy responsibilities for close to six years, acknowledged that the pressures of leadership had gradually begun to affect her both on and off the field.…