International Cricket Council & Cricket Australia (CA) today announced the next intake of the ICC Rookie Placement Programme furthering the development of the women’s game through the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in 2017/2018.
Eight cricketers from five Member countries (4 from Associate countries) will head to Australia to join their respective WBBL franchise clubs.
The two-week placement will provide the players the opportunity to experience the best cricket facilities, develop their game through training sessions and take back what they have learnt to their respective national teams. In addition, the rookies will also have the opportunity to take part in media and promotional activities.
Players selected under Rookie Placement and their Schedule:
|
Kathryn Bryce |
Adelaide Strikers |
SCO |
8-22 Dec 2017 |
|
Rumana Ahmed |
Brisbane Heat |
BAN |
10-29 Jan 2018 |
|
Sarah Bryce |
Hobart Hurricanes |
SCO |
15-31 Dec 2017 |
|
Gaby Lewis |
Melbourne Renegades |
IRE |
29 Dec 2017 – 12 Jan 2018 |
|
Khadija Tul Kubra |
Melbourne Stars |
BAN |
16-29 Jan 2018 |
|
Ravini Oa |
Perth Scorchers |
PNG |
28 Dec 2017 – 8 Jan 2018 |
|
Kim Garth |
Sydney Sixers |
IRE |
21 Jan 2017 – 4 Feb 2018 |
|
Sterre Kalis |
Sydney Thunder |
NED |
7-21 Dec 2017 |
