Governance: Who runs the whole game?

Why does England need to have its own dedicated continental identity in cricket? Cricket has a known history beginning in the late 16th century England, thereby recognised as the inventor's of the game and now recognised and referenced to as 'English cricket'. Known as the 'pioneers' of the game, still has a heavy influence today.

Women’s and girls’ cricket is currently the fastest-growing sector of the sport in Europe. Driven by increased investment and a push for gender parity, participation has surged as cricket transitions from a niche pastime to a mainstream option for young athletes across the continent.

Women’s and girls’ cricket in the Middle East is currently experiencing a historic transformation, transitioning from a grassroots movement to a professionalized sport with global reach. Anchored by the success of the United Arab Emirates and ambitious new projects in Saudi Arabia , the region is rapidly becoming a major hub for international women's cricket.

Women’s and girls’ cricket in Asia

is entering a "watershed" era, characterised by historic professionalization and rapid expansion beyond the traditional powerhouses. Driven by the success of India's 2025 World Cup Win on home soil and major investments from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), the region is now the primary engine of global growth for the women's game.

Women’s and girls’ cricket in 

Oceania

is currently defined by a "two-tier" success story: the global dominance of Australia and New Zealand is now being joined by a rapidly professionalising Pacific Island scene. As of April 2026, the region is a hotbed of activity, with record participation rates and significant infrastructure investment aimed at the upcoming LA 2028 Olympics.

Women’s and girls’ cricket in Africa is witnessing a historic surge, evolving from a sport dominated by South Africa into a competitive continent-wide movement. As of 2026, major investments in professional leagues and grassroots programs are transforming the game in nations like Nigeria, Rwanda & Zimbabwe. 

Women’s and girls’ cricket in the Americas is entering a high-stakes era, driven by the upcoming LA 2028 Olympics and a significant push to professionalise the game across North and South America. While the West Indies remains the historical powerhouse, the United States, Canada, Brazil & Argentina are making rapid competitive strides in 2026.