Veronica Pyke

Australian cricketer and representative player

Veronica Pyke - Australian cricketer and representative player
Born

April 11th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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An Australian cricketer made significant contributions to the women's national team in the 2000s. Primarily played as a left-arm medium-fast bowler and a right-handed batter, she represented Australia in international competitions. Throughout her career, she participated in multiple One Day Internationals (ODIs) and was part of the squad that competed in the Women's Cricket World Cup.

Played for Australia in Women's Cricket World Cup

Participated in One Day Internationals

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