Women’s Cricket
History
Women’s cricket has been on Cricket Switzerland’s agenda since 2014, marked by the appointment of successive Women’s Development Officers. The creation of Zurich Sapphires in 2016 was a game-changer, attracting players from across eastern Switzerland and achieving success on the field.
From 2016 to 2018, Zurich Sapphires led the charge, even forming a national team that triumphed in Austria. However, 2019 saw a decline in activity due to various challenges, and the COVID-19 pandemic further restricted opportunities.
Since 2021, women’s cricket in Switzerland has been revitalized, thanks to a new Women’s Cricket Committee and Switzerland’s readmission to the ICC. In 2022, teams from Basel, Wettingen, Cossonay, and Bern were in action.
In 2023, the inaugural Cricket Switzerland Women’s League (CSWL) season kicked off with five teams competing in the league. Building on this success, a CSWL Indoor season followed in the winter, and both leagues continued to grow.
In 2024, Cricket Switzerland made history by selecting its first-ever women’s national squad.
Women’s Cricket in Switzerland
Currently, there are five clubs in Switzerland with women’s teams, and this number is steadily growing. For more information, please see the club contacts listed below. Join us and be part of the exciting growth of women’s cricket in Switzerland!
The Cricket Switzerland Women’s League (CSWL) is a national competition dedicated to advancing women’s cricket across the country. Established in 2023, the league brings together passionate and skilled female players from various regions, offering a competitive platform to grow the game and inspire the next generation of cricketers. Building on this momentum, the Cricket Switzerland Women’s T20 Cup will tip off in September 2025, featuring a dynamic 11-a-side tournament in a unique mixed club team format that unites talent from across Swiss clubs.
Clubs in Switzerland
A1 Sports Club
Web: www.a1sportsclub.com
Email: [email protected]
Home Ground: Chöpfli Athletic Field, Im Wygärtli 6, 4114 Hofstetten-Flüh, Solothurn
Key Contact: Reetu Chakkiyath Madayi, Vice-President, A1 Sports Club
Basel Supernovas
Web: https://ed-sport.edubs.ch/directories/sportvereine/basel-super-novas
Email: [email protected]
Social: Instagram
Home Ground:
Key Contact: Mekala Gopi, Amrita Sasidharan
Cossonay Cricket Club
Web: https://www.cossonay-cricket.com/home
Email: [email protected]
Home Ground: En Marché, Chemin du 900ème 10, 1304 Cossonay
Key Contact: Liz Fulton, Women’s Development Officer
Cricket Verein Zug
Web: https://www.cricketvereinzug.ch/
Email: [email protected]
Social: Instagram
Home Ground:
Key Contact: Parinitha Mundra, Women’s Development Lead
Zurich Mavericks
Web: https://www.zurichmavericks.com/
Email: [email protected]
Key Contact: Lavina Tauro, Women’s Development Officer
Want to Join?
Are you passionate about cricket and eager to join the action? Cricket Switzerland’s domestic leagues are looking for enthusiastic players to participate in our exciting competitions. Whether you’re an experienced cricketer or new to the game, there’s a place for you in our vibrant community. If you’re interested in playing, click on the links above to learn more about each club and get involved and follow the Cricket Switzerland Women’s accounts on Instagram and Facebook.
🏏 The CSWL Indoor 2026 is officially underway!
What a fantastic opening weekend of cricket! The Cricket Switzerland Women’s League (CSWL) Indoor season kicked off with some exciting matches and great spirit from all the teams.
Group B led the way this weekend, completing their first round of matches. It was a great start to the league with some hard-fought cricket played across the board!
📊 Group B Standings – Round 1:
1️⃣ CVZ-Women | 30 pts (3W - 0L)
2️⃣ A1SC- Women | 20 pts (2W - 1L)
3️⃣ Cossonay CC-Women | 10 pts (1W - 2L)
4️⃣ CVZ - Elites | 0 pts (0W - 3L)
A big shoutout to CVZ-Women for finishing the weekend at the top of the table with a perfect record! 👏
The action continues soon. Group A will be stepping onto the pitch on January 31st, so stay tuned for more updates!
#CricketSwitzerland #CSWLIndoor #WomensCricket #BackInAction #IndoorCricket
From Switzerland to New Zealand! 🇨🇭✈️🇳🇿
Huge congratulations to our very own Meghna Rajan! Meghna has headed to New Zealand as part of the prestigious @charlotte.edwards.foundation touring squad.
This is a fantastic opportunity for Meghna to play on world-class grounds, sharpen skills and represent the spirit of Cricket Switzerland on the global stage.
We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication, Meghna! 🔥
Learn lots, soak up every moment and enjoy the experience of a lifetime. The whole community is cheering for you! 🏏💪
#CricketSwitzerland #WomensCricket #CharlotteEdwardsFoundation #DevelopmentTour
Season’s Greetings! 🏏🎄
Whether you are spending the holidays on the pitch or by the fire, we want to wish our entire community a joyful and restful festive season.
This year has been an incredible journey for women’s cricket in Switzerland. From hard-fought matches to the growth of our youth programs, none of it would be possible without our dedicated players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters!! 🇨🇭❤️
#cricketswitzerland #seasonsgreetings #womenscricket
⭐ Last week’s U13 Junior Girls Indoor Tournament was a powerful reminder of how important this league is for developing our future women cricketers!
It’s not just about the score; it’s about the skills and mindset:
• Fearless Play: We saw players attempting run outs, moving fields, and playing technical shots.
• Tactical Smarts: The growth in understanding the game and tactics was notable, with the girls making smart decisions under pressure.
• The Power of Team: A huge highlight was seeing the fantastic bonds growing within the teams!
Even after a long day, the energy and positive takeaways from every player were infectious. The smiles say it all! 🤩
Bring on the next round! 🏏
#CricketSwitzerland #U13Tournament #CricketDevelopment #SportForGirls #JuniorCricket
🏏 Cricket Switzerland U13 Junior Girls Indoor Tournament – Round 2 is ON today! 🌟
Our young cricketers are back in action as three enthusiastic teams take to the court for a day of skills, teamwork, and plenty of fun!
It’s fantastic to see these girls enjoying the game, growing in confidence, and learning cricket in a supportive, inclusive environment. ❤️🇨🇭
Good luck to all teams—play hard, play fair, and most importantly… enjoy every moment! 🙌🏽🔥
#CricketSwitzerland #GirlsCricket #JuniorCricket #U13Girls #IndoorCricket #GrowingTheGame
🏏 Indoor Season starting SOON!
Get ready to bring the heat indoors this winter.
Our Women’s Indoor League kicks off January 2026!
🔥 Join the community
🔥 Grow the game
🔥 Play with passion
Find your closest cricket club and join us!
#CricketSwitzerlandWomen #IndoorCricket #SwissCricket #CSWL #CSWLIndoors26
