England Women appoint Leah Poulton as the new Managing Director

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

England Women appoint Leah Poulton as the new Managing Director
Summary

England Women have named Leah Poulton as their new Managing Director. Poulton brings experience as a former international batter to the role. She previously developed pathways for cricket in Australia. Additionally, Poulton spent six years serving as the Head of Elite Female Cricket for New South Wales. This appointment follows her career focused on growing the sport at the representative and developmental levels. She will now oversee the operations and strategic direction for the England Women's program.

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  • •Leah Poulton is the new Managing Director for England Women.
  • •Poulton is a former international cricket player.
  • •She previously oversaw development pathways for cricket in Australia.
  • •She served as the Head of Elite Female Cricket for New South Wales for six years.
Latest Updates
  • 9:49 AMYahoo Sports — Australian Poulton appointed England women's chief
  • 9:49 AMBBC Sport — Australian Poulton appointed England women's chief
  • 8:32 AMESPNcricinfo — England Women appoint Leah Poulton as Managing Director
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Former international batter has developed Australia's pathways and spent six years as NSW Head of Elite Female Cricket

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The England and Wales Cricket Board appoints Australian Leah Poulton as the managing director of England women.

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The England and Wales Cricket Board appoints Australian Leah Poulton as the managing director of England women.

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