New Zealand batter Suzie Bates, the all-time leading women’s T20I run-scorer, will make her debut for Hobart Hurricanes in the WBBL as an overseas replacement player for the latter part of the tournament, having played 100 WBBL matches for various teams over eight seasons. Bates was signed by Hurricanes due to England’s players being withdrawn from the tournament for a tour of South Africa, replacing Danni Wyatt-Hodge and joining a squad that includes Chloe Tryon and Lizelle Lee. Bates brings over 130 games of T20I experience to the team, providing valuable expertise in the absence of Wyatt-Hodge for the last three games and potential finals if Hurricanes advance.
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Cricket Scotland is facing renewed accusations of being elusive and selective in addressing racism allegations, particularly regarding former cricketer Majid Haq. Following investigations into racial discrimination, which resulted in no sanctions but 245 recommendations, reports with contradictory views were internally circulated, leading to claims of lack of transparency and action. Haq's lawyer asserts one report found evidence of discrimination against him, while Cricket Scotland insists it was just one opinion among others, expressing disappointment over...
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