Sophie Devine, the highly accomplished captain of the New Zealand women’s cricket team, is set to make her mark in the inaugural edition of the Women’s Premier League, representing Royal Challengers Bangalore Women. Widely regarded as one of the most exceptional players in women’s cricket, Devine has consistently demonstrated her exceptional skill and talent on the global stage, earning her a reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the sport.
In a standout performance, Sophie Devine notched her first half-century of the WPL 2023, scoring an impressive 66 runs off just 45 balls against the Gujarat Giants. Her innings was marked by a flurry of boundaries, with eight fours and two sixes, showcasing her incredible batting prowess. Although Devine’s outstanding effort was not enough to secure Royal Challengers Bangalore’s first win of the tournament, it undoubtedly highlighted her exceptional skill and talent, leaving a lasting impact on the match.
PERSONAL DETAILS:
Sophie Devine, the talented New Zealand cricketer, was born on September 1, 1992, in Porirua, New Zealand, to a loving family. Her parents, Peter Devine and Penny Devine, have been a constant source of support throughout her life and career. Sophie also has a close relationship with her siblings, including two sisters, Jen and Kate Devine, and one brother, Sam Devine, who together form a tight-knit family unit that has encouraged her to pursue her passion for cricket.
PHYSICAL STATS:
Height (approx.) :
in centimeters- 170 cm
in meters- 1.70 m
in feet & inches- 5’ 7”
CRICKET:
International Debut : Sophie Devine made her international debut for New Zealand Women in 2006, during their tour of Australia. Her first appearance in a T20 match took place on October 18, 2006, at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, where she faced off against Australia Women. Just four days later, on October 22, 2006, Devine made her ODI debut at the same venue, again playing against Australia Women, marking the beginning of her illustrious career in international cricket.
Jersey No. : 77 [ For New Zealand Women]
Domestic/ State Team :
* Wellington Blaze (2003-Present)
• Canterbury (2007/08)
• South Australia (2014/15–2015/16)
• Adelaide Strikers (2015/16–2019/20)
• Loughborough Lightning (2016)
• Warwickshire (2017–2018)
• Yorkshire Diamonds (2017)
• South Australia (2017/18)
• Supernovas (2018–2019)
• Loughborough Lightning (2018)
• Western Australia (2018/19–2019/20)
• Perth Scorchers (2020/21–present)
• Royal Challengers Bangalore (2023)
Batting Style : Right-hand bat
Bowling Style : Right-arm medium pace
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