Wisden Cricket Weekly Women's Weekly: Dramatic WPL finishes and a chat with England legend Anya Shrubsole
Jan 12, 2026
Former England fast-medium bowler Anya Shrubsole shares her insights from a stellar career and her new coaching role. She discusses the thrilling opening weekend of the WPL and highlights the evolving landscape of women's cricket. Anya emphasizes the importance of financial planning for young athletes and reflects on her transition after retirement, including her COVID challenges. She also talks about the value of swing bowling, adapting techniques, and maintaining player mental health amidst media pressure. Anecdotes about her coaching philosophy reveal her passion for nurturing talent.
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De Klerk’s Match-Winning Classic
- Nadine de Klerk produced a match-winning all-round display including 4 for 26 and 63 off 44 to pull RCB over the line.
- Lauren Winfield-Hill and Yas Rana recount how De Klerk paced the innings and finished under pressure.
Sophie Devine: Bat And Ball Hero
- Sophie Devine hit 95 off 42 and then defended the last over, taking crucial wickets to secure a narrow win.
- Yas Rana and Lauren describe the thriller where Devine was hero with both bat and ball.
Auction Reshaped Team Balance
- The auction redistributed star players, creating balance and new leadership dynamics across franchises.
- Lauren highlights changes like Meg Lanning not being retained as signs of a shifting landscape.