Alana King

Australia has announced its squad for the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, with Sophie Molineux set to captain the side following Alyssa Healy's retirement. Ashleigh Gardner and Tahlia McGrath will serve as vice-captains. The squad features the inclusion of Lucy Hamilton and the return of Grace Harris and Annabel Sutherland.

Leg spinner Alana King was rewarded for her part in Australia's women's Ashes and World Cup triumphs with her first central contract when the list of 15 players was announced on Thursday.

UP Warriorz strengthened their squad for the upcoming WPL season by acquiring Kranti Goud, Arushi Goel, and Alana King at their base prices during the auction. Retaining key players like Deepti Sharma, and Sophie Ecclestone, the team aims to improve upon their last season's performance and contend for the title.

Australian leg-spinner Alana King is savouring the prospect of playing in front of her extended family in India during the five-T20 series, where a good show can set her up for the upcoming women's IPL.

New Zealand's top-order had Australia rattled at Lincoln Green, with Sophie Devine leading the way in a chase of 322 in a warm-up fixture ahead of the 50-over World Cup on Tuesday.

Having gone unsold in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) auction in November, King found a way to play in the lucrative tournament, set to kick off from Jan 9, as the Delhi Capitals picked her up as a replacement for all-rounder Annabel Sutherland, who withdrew due to personal reasons.

Alana King fondly remembers a childhood encounter with Shane Warne, where his simple advice to spin the ball hard and smile resonated deeply. This guidance has been a constant throughout her career. Although she wished for further mentorship from Warne, she found inspiration in studying his technique and listening to his commentary, shaping her into the player she is today.

Australian leg spinner Alana King paid tribute to the late Shane Warne after leading her team to a 12-run victory over England on Saturday in their Women's World Cup opener as the six-time winners defeated the defending champions.

Alyssa Healy, captain of the Australian women's cricket team, affirmed that Jess Jonassen, despite being excluded from the initial T20 World Cup squad, still has potential for selection. Healy emphasized Jonassen's significant contributions in big tournaments. Jonassen has been in excellent form, performing well in both the Women's Premier League and the Hundred competitions in 2024.

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and elected to bat against Australia in their preliminary round group A match of the Commonwealth Games on Friday.

India opted to field against Australia in the second women's T20 International on Sunday.

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur opted to bowl after winning the toss against Australia in their must win fourth women's T20I on Saturday.

Australia women's team captain Alyssa Healy won the toss and opted to field against India in the first T20 International on Friday.

The BCCI announced 16-member squads for each of three teams -- Harmanpreet-led Supernovas, Mandhana-led Trailblazers and Deepti-led Velocity. Trailblazers had won the previous edition held in 2020.

Gujarat Giants aim to improve their bowling and fielding after their opening loss, despite setting a 202-run target. They face UP Warriorz next, led by Deepti Sharma. Key players for Warriorz include Alana King and Sophie Ecclestone. The Giants' strong batting lineup and emphasis on bowling adjustments will be crucial.

Australia Women secured a commanding five-wicket victory over India Women, clinching the ODI series 2-0. Georgia Voll's century and Phoebe Litchfield's brisk 80 laid the foundation for the successful chase after India posted 251/9. This win extends Australia's all-format series lead, leaving India with much to ponder.

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and opted to bowl in the third women's T20 International against Australia on Wednesday.

In the end, Richa Ghosh threw everything at it, but, left with too much to do, just about failed to take India over the line in the fourth T20I at the Brabourne Stadium on Saturday night.

England captain Heather Knight, world number one bowler Sophie Ecclestone and Australian leg-spinner Alana King are among 12 foreign players who are set to take part in the Women's T20 Challenge from May 23 in Pune.

Alyssa Healy's spectacular unbeaten 113, her second consecutive century, led Australia to a dominant 10-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Women's World Cup. Healy and Phoebe Litchfield (84*) chased down Bangladesh's 198 with ease, propelling the reigning champions back to the top of the table.