‘This is the golden era of women’s cricket’: ICC Chairman Jay Shah

July 6, 2026 12:33 PM

‘This is the golden era of women’s cricket’: ICC Chairman Jay Shah

International Cricket Council Chairman Jay Shah on Sunday presented the ICC Women’s World Cup 2026 trophy to captain Sophie Molineux after Australia defeated England in the final at Lord’s to clinch their seventh title. Australia restricted England to 150 after electing to bowl before chasing down the target in 17.1 overs, with Beth Mooney leading the way with 64 runs, according to a release. Following Australia’s victory, ICC Chairman Jay Shah said women’s cricket is in its golden era...

Australia reign supreme again, beat England to win seventh Women’s T20 World Cup

July 6, 2026 8:22 AM

Australia reign supreme again, beat England to win seventh Women’s T20 World Cup

Australia crushed England by seven wickets in a one-side final to land their seventh T20 women's World Cup at a sold-out Lord’s on Sunday. A sparkling second-wicket century partnership between Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield helped Australia to chase down a victory target of 151 with 17 balls to spare. Having beaten England 16-0 in the multi-format Ashes 18 months ago, Australia comprehensively outplayed their rivals again in regaining the trophy. England’s under-par total of 150-4 w...