Worcester pupils inspired by historic England women cricket Test
Young female cricketers in Worcester are feeling inspired by the first women's Test match held at Lord's. They believe high-profile exposure will help challenge the perception that cricket is primarily a sport for boys.
Why it matters
Increased visibility for women's sports at historic venues is a key driver for gender equality and participation in athletics.
Image caption, From left to right: Elsa, Naomi, Cat and Esme play in RGS Worcester's cricket team
A group of young cricketers from Worcester say the historic first women's cricket Test being held at Lord's will help change the perception of it being "a boys sport".
England are taking on India there this weekend - the first time ever that the home of cricket has hosted a women's Test.
It is the second time the English team have made history there in a week. More than 28,000 people filled the ground on Sunday for the Women's T20 World Cup final, which Nat Sciver-Brunt's England lost to Australia.
Elsa, Naomi, Cat and Esme all play in RGS Worcester's cricket team and told the BBC seeing female cricketers on such a big stage is inspiring and can only promote the sport further.
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