ECB will 'look at' funding women's Windies Test if needed
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) will “look at” the unusual step of funding a women’s Test in the West Indies next year in order to aid England’s Ashes preparations.
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"I hope not. That's not expected to be cancelled. I hope it will take place."
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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) will “look at” the unusual step of funding a women’s Test in the West Indies next year in order to aid England’s Ashes preparations.
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