Anaya Bangar hits back at critics over Cricket Australia clearance

Transgender cricketer Anaya Bangar has urged critics of her return to women's cricket to educate themselves, after South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp called Cricket Australia's decision to clear her a pathway back into the sport absolutely ridiculous and said it should not be allowed. Bangar, who underwent gender-affirming surgery in March 2026, can play community cricket in Australia immediately and become eligible for elite women's cricket from March 2027 if she meets the governing body's policy requirements.

Bangar told PTI she has provided scientific data showing no unfair advantage and is complying with Cricket Australia guidelines. She said her most recent blood test in July recorded total testosterone at 0.6 nanomoles, below the 10 nmol/L threshold required. Bangar is yet to sign with a club but hopes strong performances could lead to a Women's Big Bash League opportunity. She said she was served with silence by the BCCI when she first sought a pathway in India.