'A superstar in the making' - teen's journey from dog-sitting to World Cup
Summary
Tilly Corteen-Coleman, an 18-year-old left-arm spin bowler, was selected for England’s T20 World Cup squad. She has quickly risen through cricket, earning a big contract in The Hundred and impressing coaches with her skills and personality.Key Facts
- Tilly Corteen-Coleman is 18 years old and a left-arm spin bowler.
- She was chosen for England's T20 World Cup squad, the only new player in the team.
- Corteen-Coleman plays for Southern Brave in The Hundred and signed a £105,000 contract this year.
- She made her debut for Southern Brave at 16 and took her first wicket against former Australia captain Meg Lanning.
- Her coach, Charlotte Edwards, was also her under-11s cap presenter and now England head coach.
- Brave captain Georgia Adams praised her maturity, humility, and talent.
- Corteen-Coleman is one of three left-arm spinners considered for the squad, offering variety in bowling style.
- She is known for her love of dogs and has four of them, which helped her bond with her teammates.
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