The Spin | I became a detective in women’s cricket and found treasure in an old Lancashire cowshed

A feature piece explores the history of women's cricket through archival detective work, uncovering treasures such as scrapbooks, letters, diaries and newspaper cuttings housed in the MCC Library, which has grown from just three books into a proper archive. The investigation reveals historical details including references to Betty Archdale, who captained England women's cricket team on their first tour and earned an unflattering nickname for her leadership style. The piece highlights the broader effort to document and preserve the rich but often overlooked history of women's cricket.