Sophie Devine targets WBBL return after calf tear ends Hundred campaign

Welsh Fire captain Sophie Devine will miss the remainder of The Hundred after suffering a calf muscle tear. The New Zealand all-rounder had her campaign cut short and will now focus on rehabilitation ahead of the Women's Big Bash League season. She has not set a return date but said recovery is progressing well.

Devine has been a consistent performer across franchise leagues and remains a central figure in New Zealand's white-ball setup. The injury comes at a time when several leading players are managing workloads between international and domestic commitments. Welsh Fire are expected to name a replacement for the remainder of the group stage.

The WBBL is scheduled to begin in October, giving Devine a potential window to regain full fitness before the Australian domestic season starts.