England Women's cricket has taken a significant step forward with the announcement of 17 players receiving full central contracts for 2025-26. Among them, left-arm spinner Linsey Smith will be crucial in the team's performances next season.
The 30-year-old made her one-day international debut in May and played during this year's World Cup campaign in India. This development is a testament to Smith's growth as a player and her potential contribution to England Women's cricket.
A total of ten players have received new one-year contracts, which marks an important milestone for the team. The 17 full central contracts awarded will not only provide financial stability but also offer more opportunities for players like Smith to showcase their skills at the international level.
It is worth noting that four players have been given skills contracts, with Em Arlott and Emma Lamb receiving their first contracts, along with Ryana Macdonald-Gay and Issy Wong. These young players will get a chance to develop their skills further and contribute to England Women's cricket in the coming years.
In related news, pace bowler Kate Cross revealed that she missed out on a central contract following an evaluation of her performance. This decision was made public in September, with Cross stating it was the toughest week of her career due to its impact on her livelihood.
The 30-year-old made her one-day international debut in May and played during this year's World Cup campaign in India. This development is a testament to Smith's growth as a player and her potential contribution to England Women's cricket.
A total of ten players have received new one-year contracts, which marks an important milestone for the team. The 17 full central contracts awarded will not only provide financial stability but also offer more opportunities for players like Smith to showcase their skills at the international level.
It is worth noting that four players have been given skills contracts, with Em Arlott and Emma Lamb receiving their first contracts, along with Ryana Macdonald-Gay and Issy Wong. These young players will get a chance to develop their skills further and contribute to England Women's cricket in the coming years.
In related news, pace bowler Kate Cross revealed that she missed out on a central contract following an evaluation of her performance. This decision was made public in September, with Cross stating it was the toughest week of her career due to its impact on her livelihood.
. But what's the catch? It still means you're not making enough to live comfortably without relying on sponsorships or part-time jobs. And Kate Cross is literally living proof that even top players can get dropped due to "evaluation"... I mean, come on! If they really wanted to help her out, wouldn't a central contract be more stable? 
It's so inspiring to see players like Linsey Smith and others getting full central contracts for 2025-26 - it's a testament to their hard work and dedication to the game! 
The fact that ten new one-year contracts have been awarded is huge, and I'm sure these young guns will bring fresh energy to the team. 
It's amazing to see Em Arlott, Emma Lamb, Ryana Macdonald-Gay, and Issy Wong getting their first skills contracts - it's like a dream come true for them! 
Can't wait to see how they develop and contribute to the team in the coming years! 
! They're really investing in their players now, especially the young talent like Em Arlott and Emma Lamb 
. But I do feel bad for Kate Cross though 
, missing out on that central contract must have been really tough for her. Hopefully she'll bounce back stronger and still be involved with the team 
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! It shows how far they've come and it's gonna be lit to see these talented ladies in action 
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. But yaaas to the young guns gettin' their first contracts 
! Can't wait to see what's next for them 
ryana macdonald-gay, em arlott & emma lamb are the newbies who'll be trying to make a name for themselves 
. but sad news for kate cross tho 
it's great to see them get a chance to develop their skills further. on the flip side, Kate Cross got snubbed for a central contract and I feel so bad for her 
17 full central contracts are like, whoa, that's a lot of talented players all under one roof. I'm loving the fact that they're investing in young players like Em Arlott and Emma Lamb too - it's like, so inspiring to see them develop their skills and grow into amazing cricketers!