Name Hindi: थिरुश कामिनी / Gender Woman
About Thirush Kamini
Thirush Kamini Murugesan is an Indian cricketer who plays as a left-handed opening batswoman. She made her debut on the international cricket scene at a very young age and quickly made a name for herself with her exceptional skills.
Early Life and Career
Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu India, on 30th October 1990, Kamini was exposed to cricket from a young age. Her father Murugesan Dikshithar, a former club level cricketer coached her with the nuances of cricket and fostered an interest that would eventually become her professional calling. At just 10 years old, she joined the Tamil Nadu Under-16 team before moving up to play for the state’s Under-19 and senior teams.
Career Highlights
- In February 2007, she first played for India when she was only 16-year-old against Sri Lanka. During this match, she scored a remarkable half-century.
- Kamini played for India again in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup held in India during January-March 2013 where she excelled and became one of the leading scorers in the tournament.
- She achieved record-breaking feat by becoming the first Indian woman cricketer to score a century in World Cup matches during their inaugural match against West Indies.
- Despite recurring injuries which saw her sidelined quite often during her career span, Kamini managed to make comebacks proving her resilience and dedication towards the sport time and again.
Awards & Recognition
Kamini’s successful performances have not gone unnoticed in the cricketing world. She was awarded the International Woman Cricketer of the Year by CEAT Cricket Ratings for her notable performances during 2012-13 season that included a century score of 192 runs against South Zone in Senior Women’s Central Zone team, and another score of an unbeaten 106 in World Cup tournament.
Conclusion
Kamini’s career and achievements speak volumes about her talent, perseverance and love for cricket. With years ahead still left to play, she will likely continue shaping the landscape of women’s cricket in India for future generations.
