Browsing: Women’s Big Bash League

Over at the WACA Ground on October 31, in match 5 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12, the Perth Scorchers open their campaign against a Melbourne Renegades side eager to bounce back quickly from a tough start. The Scorchers boast a formidable squad stacked with international pedigree and explosive hitters at the top,…

The Adelaide Strikers step out onto Karen Rolton Oval on October 31 looking to stamp their authority early in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12, welcoming a Melbourne Stars side that already got off to a flyer.

The Adelaide Strikers step out onto Karen Rolton Oval mph match 4 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12 looking to stamp their authority early in the tournament, welcoming a Melbourne Stars side that already got off to a flyer. The Strikers always bring a fierce competitive edge to home turf, blending experienced match-winners…

An electric atmosphere awaits at Allan Border Field as Brisbane Heat Women and Sydney Sixers Women square off in a high-voltage Match 3 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12.

The stage is set at Allan Border Field for a cracking early-season showdown as the Brisbane Heat Women prepare to lock horns with the Sydney Sixers Women in Match 3 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12. Both sides head into this fixture boasting squads packed with genuine match-winners and fierce competitors who know…

The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) has grown into one of the most thrilling and competitive T20 competitions in world cricket, providing a stage where match-winning brilliance routinely redefines the sport. Over the years, the tournament has witnessed extraordinary individual feats, from relentless run-scoring across multiple seasons to match-defining spells of bowling and unforgettable single-game…

The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) has provided Indian cricketers with opportunities to play in Australia and share the competition with players from different countries. Over the years, several Indian names have featured in the tournament, with their participation changing from season to season. However, the picture for WBBL 12, the 2026–27 edition, is different…

Women’s franchise cricket has created new earning opportunities, but the Women’s Premier League (WPL) and Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) follow different salary systems. The WPL uses auctions, while the WBBL relies on direct contracts and salary rules. These differences affect Indian, Australian and overseas players. Comparing budgets, player categories and payment methods explains how…

Sydney Sixers have changed their Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12 squad after Maddy Darke was ruled out for the entire season with a stress fracture. Darke signed a three-year deal to return to the club in October, but the injury has ended her chance to play this campaign. The Sixers have brought in ACT…

Sydney Thunder have signed South African allrounder Nadine de Klerk ahead of Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12. The announcement came on October 24, 2026, with one week remaining before the club’s first home match. De Klerk joins after four seasons with Brisbane Heat and following a career-best 12 months. Thunder’s opening home game will…

Former Australia vice-captain Rachael Haynes will step down as Sydney Sixers general manager at the end of October. She and her family are preparing to move to the United Kingdom, bringing her time with the club to a close. Haynes has held the position since early 2024 and will leave before the next Women’s Big…

Perth Scorchers have strengthened their quest to go one better than last season, retaining Western Australian duo Chloe Piparo and Mikayla Friday for the 12th edition of the Women’s Big Bash League. The signings add experience, leadership and batting depth to a squad determined to convert another strong campaign into the club’s second WBBL title.

The Melbourne Renegades have signed Victorian wicketkeeper-batter Sophie Reid for Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12, adding a player with experience in the Big Bash and state cricket. Reid first entered the competition in WBBL 08, making her debut for the Melbourne Stars. Since 2022, she has become a regular presence in Victorian and WBBL…

Melbourne Renegades have added serious firepower and experience to their Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12 squad by signing South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon for the upcoming 12th edition of the Women’s Big Bash League, which will run from 29 October to 5 December 2026. The 32-year-old’s arrival gives Sophie Molineux’s side a proven match-winner…

Brisbane Heat have brought leg-spinner Grace Parsons back for the upcoming Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL 12), which begins later this month. The 23-year-old was announced during the innings break of the opening Women’s ODI between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field. Parsons missed last season while regaining full fitness after taking a break…

Sydney Thunder have made a major move ahead of Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12, securing the signature of three-time WBBL champion and South Australia WNCL captain Jemma Barsby on a one-year deal. The 30-year-old all-rounder will swap her Adelaide Strikers colors for lime green, bringing over a decade of elite experience, tactical maturity, and…