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New Zealand’s young sensation: Amelia Kerr
Amelia Kerr has evolved from New Zealand prodigy into the White Ferns' ODI and T20I captain. In 2026 she scored 179* against South Africa, took 7/34 against Zimbabwe and became the first bowler to reach 50 WPL wickets.
Women's T20 World Cup Winners List: 2009 to 2026
Australia are the most successful Women's T20 World Cup team with seven titles after beating England at Lord's in the 2026 final. See every champion from England in 2009 through New Zealand in 2024 and Australia in 2026.
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The World Boss: Deandra Dottin
Deandra Dottin is one of West Indies women's cricket's most explosive all-rounders. After returning to international cricket in 2024, she remained active through 2026 and continued her franchise career, including WPL spells with Gujarat Giants in 2025 and UP Warriorz in 2026.
Master Pace Bowling: Comprehensive Guide
Fast bowling can be developed through repeatable technique, accuracy, strength, coordination, athleticism and sensible workload progression. ZAP Cricket's updated guide removes the myth that pacers are simply "born" and focuses on practical skill development without promising injury prevention.
Cricket modified: The Impact Player Rule
The IPL introduced the Impact Player rule in 2023, allowing one nominated substitute to enter the match and take a full playing role. The IPL Governing Council has confirmed that the regulation will continue through the 2025-27 cycle.
New Zealand’s Swing King: Trent Boult
Trent Boult is one of New Zealand's finest left-arm fast bowlers and a major franchise-cricket new-ball specialist. He returned to Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025, led the team with 22 wickets and was retained for IPL 2026.
Irani Cup: Shaping future of Indian Cricket Team
The Irani Cup is BCCI's five-day first-class match between the Ranji Trophy champions and Rest of India. In October 2026, Rest of India beat Jammu & Kashmir by 167 runs in Srinagar, adding a new chapter to one of India's longest-running domestic fixtures.
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Border Gavaskar Trophy: Test at it’s best
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is the Test rivalry between India and Australia. Australia are the current holders after winning the 2024-25 five-Test series 3-1, recovering from a 295-run defeat in Perth to win in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney.
Dominator and destructor: Shane Watson
Shane Watson was one of Australia's leading all-rounders, winning the 2007 and 2015 ODI World Cups and the 2006 and 2009 Champions Trophy. This ZAP profile covers his international career, IPL record and post-playing work in coaching and media.