Sophie Molineux

Australian cricketer with international caps

Sophie Molineux - Australian cricketer with international caps
Born

January 17th, 1998
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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An Australian cricketer who plays as an all-rounder. Participated in the national team in various international formats, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. Represented Australia in multiple Women's One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Made an impact in domestic cricket, playing for Victoria and the Melbourne Renegades in the Women's Big Bash League. Achieved recognition for skills in spin bowling and powerful batting performances.

Played for Australia in ODI and T20I formats

Represented Victoria in domestic cricket

Competed in Women's Big Bash League for Melbourne Renegades

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