Australian · Frankfurt, Germany · Born 26 August 1979Australian all-rounder who became the first woman to achieve 1000 ODI runs and 100 ODI wickets, winning two World Cups and ICC Player of the Year 2008.
The first woman to complete the double of 1,000 ODI runs and 100 ODI wickets — a genuine all-rounder of rare quality who combined off-spin bowling with lower-order hitting, and later became one of cricket's most respected broadcasters and advocates. Cricket demands skill, patience and tactical intelligence maintained over extended periods of competition at the highest international level. Career highlights included Women's World Cup 2005, 2013, First woman to 1000 ODI runs and 100 ODI wickets, ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2013. What distinguished Lisa was consistency of performance at the highest level — competing with and against the very best while maintaining standards across an extended career in cricket. Lisa's career stands as a testament to the dedication that sustained excellence in cricket demands across many years of competition.
Being part of Australia's 2005 and 2013 Women's Cricket World Cup winning teams.
How They Played
Sthalekar was a versatile all-rounder known for her intelligent batting and effective off-spin bowling. She was particularly skilled at building innings and played crucial roles in both the middle order with the bat and as a key bowling option with her accurate spin.
Lasting Impact
Sthalekar's post-playing career as a pioneering female commentator has helped advance gender equality in cricket broadcasting and analysis.
Career Honours
- Women's World Cup 2005, 2013
- First woman to 1000 ODI runs and 100 ODI wickets
- ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2013
| Club | Period |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | 1997–2013 |
| Sydney Sixers | 2011–2013 |
Australian Athletes