Marizanne Kapp criticizes Cricket Australia’s decision on Anaya Bangar
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:44 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has condemned Cricket Australia’s decision to allow Anaya Bangar to return to competitive women's cricket. Cricket Australia cleared Bangar under its Inclusion of Transgender and Gender Diverse Players in Elite Cricket Policy, permitting her to participate in community cricket until March 2027. Following this, her eligibility for elite cricket will depend on maintaining testosterone levels. Kapp described the move as 'absolutely ridiculous,' sparking debate within the cricketing community over inclusion and competitive integrity. Anaya Bangar emphasized her understanding that eligibility does not equate to guaranteed selection, stating she will still need to perform to earn her place.
- •Cricket Australia clears Anaya Bangar for community cricket until March 2027.
- •Kapp criticizes the decision, calling it unacceptable.
- •Bangar must meet testosterone requirements to compete at the elite level post-2027.
- •Bangar acknowledges the distinction between eligibility and selection for teams.
- •The ruling has ignited conversations about fairness in women's cricket.
- 7:44 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Go and educate yourself’: Anaya Bangar hits back at Marizanne Kapp over cricket return
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Absolutely ridiculous’: Marizanne Kapp slams Cricket Australia’s decision on Anaya Bangar
"Anaya Bangar urged critics to educate themselves on transgender inclusion in sports. She is seeking a pathway back into competitive women's cricket after surgery. Cricket Australia has cleared her for elite play under specific policy requirements. Bangar aims to prove herself at the community level before aiming for the Women's Big Bash League. Her eligibility for elite cricket is subject to ongoing policy compliance and performance.
"Cricket Australia has cleared Anaya Bangar for a return to competitive women's cricket. She can play community cricket until March 2027, meeting policy requirements. After this date, elite cricket eligibility depends on sustained testosterone levels. South African player Marizanne Kapp criticised the decision as unacceptable and unwarranted. Bangar emphasised that eligibility does not guarantee selection for any team.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 7:44 PM‘Go and educate yourself’: Anaya Bangar hits back at Marizanne Kapp over cricket return
Anaya Bangar urged critics to educate themselves on transgender inclusion in sports. She is seeking a pathway back into competitive women's cricket after surgery. Cricket Australia has cleared her for elite play under specific policy requirements. Bangar aims to prove herself at the community level before aiming for the Women's Big Bash League. Her eligibility for elite cricket is subject to ongoing policy compliance and performance.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:32 PM‘Absolutely ridiculous’: Marizanne Kapp slams Cricket Australia’s decision on Anaya Bangar
Cricket Australia has cleared Anaya Bangar for a return to competitive women's cricket. She can play community cricket until March 2027, meeting policy requirements. After this date, elite cricket eligibility depends on sustained testosterone levels. South African player Marizanne Kapp criticised the decision as unacceptable and unwarranted. Bangar emphasised that eligibility does not guarantee selection for any team.
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