Alexandra Hartley

Alexandra Hartley transitioned from a World Cup-winning cricketer to a respected media personality and coach. After a pivotal role in England’s 2017 Women’s Cricket World Cup victory, Alexandra Hartley established herself as a leading figure in professional cricket, later transitioning into a respected media personality and coach. Hartley made her international debut for England in 2016, going on to make 28 One Day International and four Twenty20 International appearances through 2019. Her consistent performance as a left-arm orthodox spin bowler was instrumental in England’s World Cup triumph, where she took 10 wickets across eight matches.

In December 2019, she co-launched ‘No Balls: The Cricket Podcast’ with Kate Cross, a critically acclaimed show that later joined BBC Sounds. Her insightful commentary has also made her a regular fixture on BBC’s Test Match Special, covering various cricket series and tournaments. Expanding her impact in coaching, Hartley made history in October 2023 by being appointed as the spin bowling coach for Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League, becoming one of the first female coaches in the competition’s history. In 2023, Alexandra Hartley officially retired from playing cricket, dedicating her focus to her burgeoning media and coaching roles.

The success of ‘No Balls: The Cricket Podcast’ continued, winning ‘Best Cricket Podcast’ and ‘Best Equality & Social Impact Podcast’ at the Sports Podcast Awards in 2023, followed by another ‘Best Cricket Podcast’ award in 2024. Her multifaceted career now spans from influencing public discourse through her popular podcast and commentary to shaping the next generation of cricketers through her groundbreaking coaching positions, solidifying her status as a dynamic and influential figure in international cricket.