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Imposter no more: Litchfield embraces captaincy challenge

Ahead of her third season as Sydney Thunder skipper, young gun Phoebe Litchfield is brimming with confidence…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:02 PM
Imposter no more: Litchfield embraces captaincy challenge
Key Things to Know
  • Phoebe Litchfield says she has overcome imposter syndrome ahead of her third season captaining Sydney Thunder.
  • Litchfield confirmed she is fully fit for WBBL|12 following a recent hip complaint.
  • Sydney Thunder open their tournament against the Melbourne Renegades on Thursday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sydney Thunder captain Phoebe Litchfield has expressed strong confidence ahead of her third season leading the team in WBBL|12. The 21-year-old stated she has overcome lingering imposter syndrome as the Thunder prepare to open their campaign against the Melbourne Renegades. Litchfield also confirmed she is fully fit after overcoming a recent hip injury.

The Thunder have strengthened their squad following a seventh-place finish last season, adding England pace bowler Lauren Bell, South African allrounder Nadine de Klerk, and Nicola Hancock. Hannah Darlington also returns from a serious leg injury, bolstering a roster that features Heather Knight and Laura Harris.

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