Totally agree. Unless you are an international batter or front line bowler, a lot of players will just field. So teams should pick the best fielders as they can save a lot of runs in a game.

And many don’t even know the players on their own home team, let alone opposition teams.

Essex hampered by several injuries depleting their side.

Hope you’re backing Essex for the title? 😊

Oh dear. You could be right. 😬

Likely down to team rotation as it’s preseason.

Is this being streamed anywhere?

Let’s hope some exciting new players that meet your criteria are picked up - ‘As is so often the case in franchise leagues the best teams are looking for someone who can bat at 7, score quickly, field well, and bowl a couple of overs if necessary.’

Like the idea of an international break in the WBBL. Be good in all franchise competitions so that young domestic players get to play bigger roles in the teams.