WOMEN'S CRICKET

Laura Wolvaardt expresses her excitement to lead the team

Laura Wolvaardt - South Africa Women

Laura Wolvaardt said that I am a little bit more soft-spoken than what other captains might be. 

Laura Wolvaardt on becoming SA’s captain

“It was important for the next two tours for it [captaincy] to be more of an interim position to see if it’s something I am able to handle and if I can still focus on my batting with the added responsibility,”. As quoted by ESPNcricinfo.

The right handed batsman further said that

“It’s definitely always something that has been in the back of my mind. I think it will test me as a cricketer and develop my game as well,”. Laura stated optimistically.

“I am a little bit more soft-spoken than what other captains might be. I am just going to try and lead from my actions and lead from the front. Hopefully, that’s alright,”.

Coach Hilton Moreeng heaps praise on the new captain Laura

“She is a very disciplined cricketer. The way she goes about her game is evident to everyone in the team. I don’t think the responsibility will impact her performance,” Moreeng said. “She knows the importance of both roles she plays in the team. We don’t think it should be a challenge regarding her performances,” he said.

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