They say love is a game best played with no rules, but in the world of women’s cricket, some players are redefining the boundaries both on and off the field. With same-sex marriage becoming as commonplace as a well-timed six, it’s heartening to see love hitting a home run in every direction. Did you know that several leading women cricketers have stepped up to the crease of life, swinging for the fences by marrying someone of the same gender?

As the game evolves, it’s time to catch up and celebrate these heartwarming partnerships that bravely defy tradition just as much as they redefine it.

1. Alex Blackwell and Lynsey Askew

First off, we have the dynamic duo of Australia’s Alex Blackwell and England’s Lynsey Askew. After dating for eight years, they tied the knot in 2015 in a ceremony that could only be described as love’s grand slam! Blackwell, who bravely came out as a lesbian in 2013, is not just a pretty face; she’s played a whopping 252 international matches. Askew may have made 14 appearances, but she definitely scored big in love!

2. Lea Tahuhu and Amy Satterthwaite

Next up, let’s talk about New Zealand’s power couple, Lea Tahuhu and Amy Satterthwaite. Married since 2017, these two are as solid as a rock on and off the field. Satterthwaite, a left-handed batting powerhouse, and Tahuhu, a right-arm speedster, welcomed their daughter, Grace Marie Satterthwaite, on January 13, 2020.

3. Dane van Niekerk and Marizanne Kapp

Now let’s take a trip down to South Africa, where the cricketing lovebirds Dane van Niekerk and Marizanne Kapp said “I do” in 2018. With nearly 200 international matches each under their belts, they’re not just a dream team on the field but also in life. Van Niekerk is known for her leg-spin wizardry, while Kapp brings the heat as a right-arm seamer. These two are definitely hitting it out of the park!

4. Megan Schutt and Jess Holyoake

Australia’s pace sensation Megan Schutt found her perfect match in Jess Holyoake, marrying in 2019 after a long courtship. Schutt has been a vital cog in the Australian machinery since her debut in 2012, racking up more than 150 international matches. Holyoake might not be a cricketer, but as a facilities manager for Cricket Australia, she knows how to keep the home front running smoothly! The couple welcomed their baby girl, Rylee Louise Schutt, in August 2021, proving that their love is truly a home run!

5. Natalie Sciver and Katherine Brunt

Star all-rounders Natalie Sciver and Katherine Brunt are another couple worth mentioning. After five years together, they finally tied the knot on May 29, 2022, following a few delays (thanks, COVID!). Originally aiming to get engaged on New Year’s Eve in 2018, the couple had to pivot, much like a well-executed spin ball. Both pivotal to England’s success, they were key players in the 2017 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup victory.

These incredible women cricketers are not just changing the game on the pitch; they’re also redefining love and relationships in a way that’s as refreshing as a well-timed boundary.