Eileen Ash, the longest-living female cricketer, played during World War II. Born in London, she even rang the bell before the 2017 Women's World Cup final.
World War II
Surprisingly, amidst the war chaos, Eileen, a British cricketer, joined MI6 at 18 and worked for almost 11 years.
Remarkable Career
Eileen played seven Test matches for England, taking 23 wickets with an average of 23. In 1937, she debuted against Australia.
International Record
Her best performance came in 1949 against Victoria Country Eleven, scoring a century and taking five wickets.
Meeting Don Bradman
In 1949, Eileen met Australian cricketer Don Bradman in a Sydney restaurant, creating a memorable moment.
She rang the bell at Lord’s ahead of England Women’s victory in the 2017 World Cup final. She was also honoured with a portrait at Lord’s and honorary life membership of the MCC.
Achievements
Legacy and Fond Memories
Eileen Ash passed away in 2021 at the age of 110, leaving behind a legacy of extraordinary achievements and fond memories for cricket enthusiasts.