Heather Knight Cleared for WBBL|10 with Sydney Thunder

England captain Heather Knight has received medical clearance to join the Sydney Thunder for the upcoming WBBL|10 season after recovering from a calf injury sustained during the ICC T20 World Cup.

Knight was forced to retire during England's final T20 match against the West Indies, unable to participate in the run chase that led to her team's elimination from the tournament. Following further evaluation in the UK, the England medical team confirmed that she is free from serious injury.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced that Knight's pain levels and mobility have significantly improved, allowing her to train with the Thunder under the supervision of both Thunder and England medical staff.

In a social media update, the 33-year-old revealed that she had ruptured her plantaris tendon but expressed optimism, stating, "I'm doing good, and this injury won't keep me out for long." While she acknowledged the unfortunate timing of her injury, she is eager to join her Thunder teammates later this week.

The exact date of her return to play remains unspecified, but the Thunder's first match is set for October 28 against the Hobart Hurricanes in Tasmania.

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