Central Hinds have had a season of two halves so far, showing incredible resilience to turn their Women’s Super Smash 2025-26 campaign around after a winless opening week. After losing their first two games, they roared back into contention with back-to-back bonus point wins, including a thrilling 7-run victory over Canterbury Magicians. Now sitting in third place with 10 points, they have found the right mix of aggressive batting and disciplined bowling, putting them in a prime position to challenge for an elimination final spot.
Players to watch out:
Flora Devonshire
Flora has been a revelation for the Hinds this summer, quickly becoming one of the most dangerous power hitters in the competition. She has already notched up 100 runs at a staggering strike rate of 175.43, consistently putting opposition bowlers on the back foot from the very first ball. While her primary contribution has been her aggressive batting, she’s also chipped in with two wickets, proving she can be a reliable option with her slow left-arm orthodox when the captain needs a breakthrough. Her ability to change the game in a matter of overs makes her the heartbeat of the Hinds’ middle order.
Bryony Smith
After a slightly quiet start to the campaign, Bryony Smith has found her groove with two explosive knocks that have completely shifted the momentum for her side. She’s currently sitting on 88 runs for the season, but it’s her incredible 176.00 strike rate that has everyone talking. Her most recent performance, a blistering 45 off just 25 balls against the Magicians, showed exactly why she was brought in as an overseas star. She has a fearless approach to the powerplay, making her a nightmare for any opening bowling pair to contain.
Hannah Rowe
The veteran presence of Hannah Rowe remains the anchor of the Central Hinds’ bowling unit, providing both control and crucial wickets. She has taken five wickets so far, leading by example with her right-arm medium-fast deliveries and often taking the responsibility of bowling the difficult death overs. Her experience is invaluable to this squad, especially when games get tight and her composure is needed to steady the ship. Beyond her bowling, she’s a capable lower-order batter who can add vital runs, making her the ultimate professional and a key leader on the field.
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