Capsey Poised for a Breakthrough Year in Women's Cricket

According to Nasser Hussain, Alice Capsey is on the verge of achieving unprecedented success in women's cricket in 2026, having come to terms with her exceptional talent. With 34 ODI and 45 T20I appearances for England under her belt, Capsey has established herself as a versatile player in international and franchise cricket. Hussain believes that Capsey's realization of her talent could be the catalyst for her to reach new heights. Hussain noted, "She's been around for a while, so it's not quite a breakout, but that's only because of how good she was when she was young." He added, "I think the penny has dropped with Capsey. I think she's suddenly realising how much of a talent she is." Meanwhile, Michael Atherton is tipping 19-year-old Davina Perrin to have a standout season. Perrin's impressive 42-ball century in The Hundred last year has left a lasting impression, and Atherton believes she is poised for a big summer with Birmingham Phoenix. With England hosting the T20 World Cup, the team faces a significant challenge. According to Atherton, the hosts have an advantage in terms of knowledge of conditions and home support, but this also brings added pressure. Hussain agrees, stating that England cannot be considered firm favorites to lift the trophy, with Australia being the team to beat.