BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said the Board would discuss expanding the Women’s Premier League from next year. The league has had five teams since 2023. Sophie Molineux was the costliest player at the auction, joining UP Warriorz for Rs 1.10 crore
The Netherlands won the toss and elected to field against powerhouse Australia in the Women’s T20 World Cup. Australia welcomed back fit-again Ashleigh Gardner, while handing a highly anticipated tournament debut to young left-arm speedster Lucy Hamilton
The expanded 12-team ICC Women’s T20 World Cup begins Friday in Birmingham. Reigning 50-over champions India, hosts England, and South Africa look to challenge heavyweights Australia in what promises to be the most open tournament in its history.