About Laura Wolvaardt:
Name:- Laura Wolvaardt
DOB:- April 26, 1999
Bowling style:- N.A
Batting style:- Right hand Bat
Place of Birth:- Milnerton, Cape Town
Role:- Batter
Team:- Adelaide Strikers Women, Gujarat Giants Women, Manchester Originals (Women), Northern Superchargers (Women), South Africa Emerging Players Women, South Africa Women, Super Women Pakistan Women’s Super league team , Velocity IPL women team, Western Province Women
Bio:
At just 13, Wolvaardt received an invitation to play for a South African U19 invitational team, followed by being named the Cricket South Africa U-19 Player of the Year in 2013. This recognition paved the way for her international debut in 2016, making her the youngest South African cricketer, male or female, to debut in a WODI match.
Wolvaardt’s cricketing journey began remarkably early. She burst onto the international scene in February 2016, making her WODI debut against England at a young age. She followed it up with a WT20I debut against Ireland later that year, solidifying her place in the international spotlight. And in 2022, she added another feather to her cap, making her Test debut against England, showcasing her versatility as a cricketer.
Her swift rise continued in August 2016, when at the tender age of 17, Wolvaardt marked her name in history by becoming the youngest South African centurion and third overall in international cricket, scoring a match-winning 105 against Ireland.
Beyond her international feats, Wolvaardt has also made a significant impact in various domestic and franchise leagues worldwide. She has been a valuable asset to teams like Brisbane Heat in the Women’s Big Bash League, Adelaide Strikers, and even the Gujarat Giants in the Women’s Premier League
Wolvaardt’s leadership qualities have also shone through. Notably, she is the 3rd youngest captain for South Africa in both Test Matches (24 years) and ODI format (21 years). Wolvaardt’s cricketing story continues to be written. Most recently, in March 2024, she added another milestone to her impressive career, scoring her maiden century in T20I cricket against Sri Lanka. With her dedication, talent, and ability to score runs consistently, Laura Wolvaardt is sure to leave a lasting mark on the world of women’s cricket for years to come.