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Heather Knight

English cricketer
Also known as: Heather Clare Knight
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    32 Notable Women Cricketers
    / Heather Knight

    Heather Knight took over as captain of the England women’s team in 2016 when Charlotte Edwards retired and led the team to victory in the 2017 Women’s ODI World Cup at home. She was named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year that year


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    Heather Knight took over as captain of the England women’s team in 2016 when Charlotte Edwards retired and led the team to victory in the 2017 Women’s ODI World Cup at home. She was named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year that year


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