‘Absolutely ridiculous’: SA allrounder Marizanne Kapp upset that trans cricketer Anaya Bangar has been allowed to play
South African cricketer Marizanne Kapp has publicly criticized the inclusion of trans woman Anaya Bangar in Australian community cricket. Cricket Australia has confirmed Bangar's eligibility for community leagues, with future elite-level participation contingent on meeting specific hormonal requirements.
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The story highlights the ongoing tension and debate regarding transgender inclusion policies in professional and community sports.
South Africa allrounder Marizanne Kapp is upset that trans cricketer Anaya Bangar has been allowed to play community cricket in Australia, and that later she can also play in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL), provided she meets the hormonal requirement.36-year-old Kapp, who is nearing 300 international games for the South African team across formats, appears to be disgusted at the development. She took to Instagram and made it clear that she was unhappy. “Absolutely ridiculous, this should not be allowed.” Kapp wrote over an Australia Daily screenshot carrying a news item on Anaya. She also tagged the WBBL.Also Read: Despite gender surgery, Anaya Bangar can play community cricket in Australia; BCCI was approached too but no replyA few days ago, Anaya, who underwent genital surgery to become a trans woman earlier this year, informed fans about the development in an interview with the Indian Express.
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