The upcoming 2025 Women’s Premier League auction in Bengaluru is expected to be an intense battle as five teams compete to bolster their roster. With big names like Deandra Dottin, Nadine de Klerk, and Heather Knight up for grabs, defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore will focus on maintaining their core players while also adding young talent to their team. Other teams like Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Giants are also ready to make big moves in the auction.
The pay gap between men and women in cricket is set to widen even more in the 2025 season, with the top bracket of men's players in The Hundred set to earn £135,000 more than their female counterparts. While overall, women's salaries have seen a 30% increase and men's a 60% increase, the large discrepancy at the top level is causing concern among players and fans. England captain Heather Knight has spoken out, calling the situation "not ideal" and emphasizing the need for progress towards gender pay parity in the sport. Don't miss the upcoming Test between England and South Africa, live on Sky Sports Cricket.
Led by the dynamic duo of Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones, England successfully chased down a revised target of 153 in just four overs to defeat South Africa and claim the series victory. South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt put up a valiant effort with 61 runs but the English bowlers, including Katherine Brunt and Sophie Ecclestone who both took two wickets, proved to be too much for the visitors. Unfortunately, England's Captain, Heather Knight, suffered a back spasm early in the match, but her team's exceptional performance was enough to secure the win. The teams will now turn their attention to the upcoming four-day test starting on Sunday.
Despite a brilliant performance from Nat Sciver-Brunt, England was unable to stop West Indies from securing a six-wicket win in this ICC Women's T20 World Cup match. After initially struggling with the bat, the English team recovered with Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 57. However, Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph's impressive half-centuries helped the West Indies successfully chase down a target of 142 with two overs to spare. Adding to England's woes, captain Heather Knight was unable to play in the second innings due to a calf injury.
In an exciting match at the Women's T20 World Cup 2024, England emerged victorious over Scotland by 5 wickets. England's all-rounder Maia Bouchier and captain Heather Knight played crucial roles in their team's win, with Bouchier scoring 45 runs and Knight taking 3 wickets. Scotland put up a good fight, with Georgia Adams hitting 56 runs, but ultimately couldn't stop England from winning.
As cricket fans eagerly await the broadcast of the game between the Storm and Vipers, England captain Heather Knight is set to represent the Storm and Maia Bouchier, Danni Wyatt, Freya Kemp and Charlie Dean will be playing for Vipers. The BBC Radio Solent commentary will provide live updates for those who can't make it to the game, making sure no one misses out on the action. Tune in via the 'Listen Live' button or visit the BBC website to keep up with all the drama and excitement of the game.