Saksham Mishra

Justifying hours of watching sports by scribbling down a few logical lines that might just about hold your interest. Was not talented enough to make it as a professional cricketer, so the next best logical option was to enroll in a Mass Communication course, and write about sports instead. Because, what else is there to write about in this world, right?

ICC Women’s T20 WC: Under Laura Wolvaardt, Proteas Aim for Fresh Start

South Africa will be led by Laura Wolvaardt in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, who has been a consistent performer at the top of the order for them over the years. While South Africa faces a transitional phase, the squad has the potential to compete strongly, provided key players perform at their best in the tournament set to take place in the UAE. Youthful Additions to the Squad South Africa’s squad for the T20 World Cup features two notable uncapped players: legspinner Seshnie Naidu and fast bowler Ayanda Hlubi. Naidu, aged 18, and Hlubi, 20, both made a mark at the inaugural Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2023, and their inclusion signals a fresh direction for South African cricket. Naidu’s legspin adds a unique element to South Africa’s bowling attack, while Hlubi’s raw pace provides an additional seam option. The young duo will be eager to make an ...

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