Browsing: Elyse Villani

The Hobart Hurricanes have ushered in a new leadership era ahead of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL 12), appointing experienced all-rounder Nicola Carey as captain following Elyse Villani’s retirement. Carey, a familiar face in Tasmania’s cricketing setup, will take charge of the defending champions as they prepare to build on their historic maiden WBBL…

The Hobart Hurricanes enter the 12th edition of the Women’s Big Bash League, running from 29th October to 5th December 2026, as defending champions but with a significantly reshaped squad. Having topped the WBBL 11 league stage with 15 points from 10 games, seven wins, two defeats and a washout, before defeating the Perth Scorchers…

The Women’s Big Bash League 2026-27 (WBBL 12) runs for 38 days, starting on 29 October 2026 and ending with the Grand Final on 5 December 2026. The season brings major changes across its eight teams. Cricket Australia has moved away from the traditional overseas player draft and introduced direct international signings, allowing clubs to…

Western Australia occupies 2nd place on the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2026-27 points table with 5 points and a healthy net run rate of +2.039 after securing a dominant, bonus-point win in match one. Tasmania Tigers find themselves in 5th place with 0 points and a NRR of -2.039, eager to bounce back after…

In the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2026-27, Western Australia put together a strong campaign last season, finishing third on the ladder with 31 points from 7 wins and a positive net run rate of +0.137. Tasmania had a much tougher ride, finishing sixth after winning 3 of their 12 matches and accumulating 15 points.…

Tasmania enters the 2026-27 Women’s National Cricket League season determined to rebuild after a disappointing 2025-26 campaign, when they finished sixth on the points table with 15 points from 12 matches, including three victories and nine defeats. With Elyse Villani preparing to welcome her first child, experienced leg-spinner Maisy Gibson has taken over as captain,…