New Zealand announces 2025-26 Women Central Contracts; Bree Illing and Bella James earn maiden call-ups |

18/06/2025 10:00 - In a refreshing shake-up to the New Zealand Women's cricket setup, rising stars Bree Illing and Bella James have been awarded their first-ever central contracts for the 2025-26 season. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) confirmed the news on Wednesday, June 18, ushering in a new phase of transition following the departure of experienced campaigners Hayley Jensen…