Capsey Poised for Breakthrough Year in Women's Cricket

According to Nasser Hussain, Alice Capsey is on the cusp of achieving unprecedented success in women's cricket in 2026, having gained a deeper understanding of her exceptional talent. With 34 ODI and 45 T20I appearances for England under her belt, Capsey has already established herself as a versatile and skilled all-format operator in international and franchise cricket. Hussain believes that Capsey's growth and self-awareness will propel her to new heights, stating that 'the penny has dropped' for the 21-year-old. Capsey's reputation as a powerful all-rounder has earned her recognition, but Hussain notes that her talent was evident from a young age, making her more of a continued success story rather than a breakout star. Meanwhile, Michael Atherton has tipped 19-year-old Davina Perrin as a potential breakout player of the summer, citing her impressive century in The Hundred last year. With England hosting the T20 World Cup, the team faces a challenging summer, and Atherton believes that the home advantage will be a double-edged sword, bringing both opportunity and pressure. Despite reaching the semi-finals of the 50-over World Cup, England are not considered firm favorites to win the T20 World Cup, with Australia and India being touted as top contenders.