England’s T20I against Pakistan on Sunday broke the attendance record for a women’s cricket match at Headingley.
More than 10,000 tickets were sold for this game, setting a record for the event.
Yorkshire chief executive Stephen Vaughan said: “The crowds and atmosphere around the stadium have been fantastic.
“You could feel it walking on the ground. It was a really big crowd, from all the communities, families and children, and lots of smiling faces.
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“I hope the girls watching in the stands on Sunday will be inspired to pick up a bat and ball if they haven’t already, and to continue playing cricket, whether it’s recreationally or at a higher level and possibly professionally. Enjoy a rewarding career.
“The rapid rise of women’s cricket internationally and nationally is hugely exciting – and here in Yorkshire we are proud to support this, especially as we have the highest number of women and girls playing cricket in the country.
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Highlights from the second T20I match between England and Pakistan at the County Ground
“We congratulate the England women’s team on their strong performance yesterday and look forward to a warm welcome back to Yorkshire for the men’s team on Wednesday.”
England’s three-match ODI series against Pakistan begins at Derby County Stadium on Thursday, May 23, live on Sky Sports (first match 1pm).
Women’s Metro Bank One-Day International Series vs Pakistan – Live on Sky Sports
May 23: 1st Women’s One-Day International – Derby Incola County Stadium, 1pm
May 26: Second Women’s One-Day International – The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton, 11am
May 29: 3rd Women’s One-Day International – Crowder County Stadium, Chelmsford, 1pm
