How Did Teen Pacer Hamilton Win the WBBL Young Gun Award While Lanning Secured the Golden Bat?
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Synopsis
Discover the exciting achievements of Lucy Hamilton, the teen sensation who claimed the WBBL young gun award, and Meg Lanning, who triumphed with the Golden Bat for the third time. This article highlights their impressive performances and sets the stage for the thrilling conclusion of WBBL season 11.
Key Takeaways
- Lucy Hamilton: Awarded WBBL young gun.
- Meg Lanning: Secured Golden Bat for the third time.
- Georgia Wareham: Won the golden arm award.
- WBBL season 11: Competitive and thrilling matches.
- Upcoming finals: Exciting knockout and challenger matches.
Melbourne, Dec 8 (NationPress) Teen left-arm fast bowler Lucy Hamilton has claimed the prestigious WBBL season 11 young gun award, while former Australian captain Meg Lanning secured the Golden Bat for an impressive third occasion.
Lucy, set to represent Delhi Capitals in the upcoming 2026 WPL season, led the bowling attack for Brisbane during a challenging season and took eight wickets, with her best figures being 2-28.
This year, Lucy captained the Australian team at the Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia, where she notably dismissed key players such as Meg Lanning, Beth Mooney, and Tahlia McGrath.
Meg, who played for the Melbourne Stars and will join UP Warriorz in the 2026 WPL, topped the run-scoring leaderboard for the third time in her WBBL career, amassing 430 runs at an average of 53.75, which included a remarkable 135 off 74 balls against the Sydney Sixers.
Meanwhile, Georgia Wareham, a leg-spinner from Australia who will play for Gujarat Giants in the 2026 WPL, had her best WBBL season, winning the golden arm award for taking 19 wickets at an average of 10.94 while representing the Melbourne Renegades.
“Congratulations to Lucy Hamilton, Meg Lanning, and Georgia Wareham for their outstanding performances that earned them these accolades. As we enter the final week of WBBL|11, it is exciting to highlight our top emerging and established talents for their achievements on the field,” said Alistair Dobson, Cricket Australia’s Executive General Manager for Big Bash Leagues.
“Despite their remarkable individual seasons, it's notable that two of these players represent teams that did not reach the Finals, underscoring the competitive nature of the whole league,” he added.
The WBBL season 11 player of the tournament will be announced on Wednesday, followed by the team of the tournament on Thursday. The finals series kicks off with the Perth Scorchers facing off against the Melbourne Stars in a knockout match at the WACA Ground on Tuesday night.
The Sydney Sixers will play against the winner of the knockout match in Thursday’s challenger game at North Sydney Oval, and the Hobart Hurricanes will host the final, competing against the challenger winner at Ninja Stadium on Saturday.
Point of View
This content showcases the remarkable achievements of young athletes in women's cricket, emphasizing the importance of recognition in sports. It reflects the competitive spirit of the WBBL while highlighting the emerging talents that are shaping the future of the game.
NationPress
09/12/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the WBBL season 11 young gun award?
Lucy Hamilton, a teen left-arm pacer, won the WBBL season 11 young gun award.
How many times has Meg Lanning won the Golden Bat?
Meg Lanning has won the Golden Bat award three times in her WBBL career.
What were Lucy Hamilton's best bowling figures this season?
Lucy's best bowling figures this season were 2 wickets for 28 runs.
Which teams will the players represent in the 2026 WPL?
Lucy Hamilton will play for Delhi Capitals, Meg Lanning will play for UP Warriorz, and Georgia Wareham will play for Gujarat Giants in the 2026 WPL.
What is the format for the WBBL finals?
The WBBL finals will feature a three-match series, starting with the knockout match, followed by the challenger clash, and concluding with the final.
