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28 August 2026

Anaya Bangar should not be allowed in women's cricket: Marizanne Kapp

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Anaya Bangar should not be allowed in women's cricket: Marizanne Kapp

Marizanne Kapp has criticised Cricket Australia's decision to clear Anaya Bangar to play the WBBL, calling the move "absolutely ridiculous". Kapp is not in favour of Anaya, a transgender woman, ...

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