Kate Cross, a prominent English cricketer, has found herself excluded from the England squad for this autumn’s World Cup, a decision that has sparked discussions regarding the team’s stability. Cross is well-known for the heavy discipline of her bowling style. She took to social media to air her frustration, calling being omitted from the squad “harsh.” Despite this disappointment, she is still having a big impact, being a key player for the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred competition.
In a recent match against Manchester Originals, Cross showcased her skills by taking 1-6 from 15 balls, helping to restrict the opposition to just 94 runs. This performance was a key part of the Northern Superchargers’ second-place run in the league. In the second half of 2022, it placed them firmly on the thrilling road to their maiden Hundred title. Her experience and dependability have been essential in driving the squad in the right direction.
Lauren Winfield-Hill, a teammate, acknowledged Cross’s invaluable contributions, stating, “She gives you control as a bowler and you can’t have threat without control.” Even in pressure cooker situations, like these endless days during inspection moratoriums, even in these fierce flames and challenges, Cross doesn’t lose their cool. Winfield-Hill further noted, “Cross is not necessarily the flashy bowler but she has been the steady control in that side for a while,” reinforcing the importance of her steady presence in the squad.
The decision to leave Cross out of the England team hasn’t just confused cross herself, but left her teammates and cricket pundits scratching their heads. Winfield-Hill voiced these worries directly, remarking, “I wonder where England will get their stability from without her.” Cross’s absence will definitely leave gaps for the national team as they head into the World Cup in just a few weeks.
Operationally, Annabel Sutherland has become the pace spearhead in the women’s competition this summer, leading the tournament in powerplay wickets. At the same time, Cross’s discipline and control have turned her into an increasingly important player for her team, the Northern Superchargers. As they seek to defend their title and success in The Hundred, her contributions will surely continue to be pivotal.
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