Fast bowler Cross loses England contract

England bowler Kate Cross loses central contract with the national team, affecting her availability for the forthcoming World Cup after being dropped during the summer's one-day series against India. The 33-year-old, who has led England's seam attack since 2023, expressed her disappointment at the decision after starting the India series as vice-captain and finishing it out of the squad. Cross, a reliable bowler with 140 wickets in her 12-year international career, found the situation challenging and felt a lot of trust had been lost quickly.