Womens Cricket

Half-centuries from Heather Knight and Dani Gibson powered Somerset to a four-wicket victory over Lancashire in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup.

Lord's guardians contemplate queue-jumping system for female applicants as current membership remains at just 3.2% women despite quarter-century of eligibility.

Tahlia Wilson's superb 152 powered Durham to their first win of the 2026 Women's One-Day Cup campaign, helping them overcome Essex by 23 runs in a thrilling encounter.

Australian Tahlia Wilson struck a brilliant 152 to lead Durham to their maiden victory of the 2026 Women's One-Day Cup campaign.

The Blaze seamer Grace Ballinger showcases her unique dual role as player and BBC reporter whilst previewing the upcoming season.

The move from friendly fixtures to competitive cricket strips away all false confidence and reminds players what the game is really about.

Defending champions Lancashire made a statement start to their Women's One-Day Cup title defence with a commanding 149-run victory over Durham.

As competitive fixtures return, even seasoned professionals face the harsh reality when the comfort zone of pre-season preparation disappears.

The shift from pre-season friendlies to competitive fixtures brings a stark reality check that even the most experienced cricketers find humbling.

The Blaze seamer Grace Ballinger reflects on how the shift from pre-season friendlies to competitive cricket provides a humbling reality check for players at every level.

The transition from pre-season cricket to competitive matches remains one of sport's great levellers, humbling veterans and newcomers alike.

The Hundred's maiden auction made history as Britain's first professional sporting sale, but the emotional cost for players was higher than expected.