Danni Wyatt-Hodge, the accomplished England all-rounder, has made a significant move by signing with Surrey for the upcoming Women’s Tier 1 county competition. This transfer marks her departure from the Hampshire-based Southern Vipers, where she has enjoyed considerable success.
Danni Wyatt-Hodge Joins Surrey
At 33 years old, Wyatt-Hodge is currently showcasing her skills with the Hobart Hurricanes in the Women’s Big Bash League. She recently participated in England’s T20 World Cup campaign in the UAE. Last summer, she played for Southern Vipers in both the Charlotte Edwards Cup and Rachel Heyhoe-Flint Trophy, as well as representing Southern Brave in The Hundred.
Wyatt-Hodge expressed her enthusiasm about joining Surrey, stating, “I am both excited and honored to be joining Surrey. The club has an incredible history with a culture of success, which I want to contribute to.” She highlighted her love for playing at the Kia Oval and her eagerness to entertain Surrey supporters. The dynamic style of cricket played by the South East Stars was a crucial factor in her decision to switch clubs.
Dani Wyatt-Hodge’s Impressive Stats
Since making her international debut at just 19 years old in 2010, Wyatt-Hodge has played 278 matches for England. She has amassed over 5,000 runs across all formats, making her England’s all-time leading run-scorer in women’s T20Is with 2,979 runs from 164 matches at a strike rate of 127.85.
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Her extensive experience includes county cricket stints with Staffordshire and various teams across domestic leagues. Wyatt-Hodge’s achievements reflect her status as a key player in women’s cricket. Her career highlights include being instrumental in England’s victorious campaign during the 2017 World Cup.
Surrey’s Excitement and Expectations
Emma Calvert, Surrey’s Director of Women’s Cricket, expressed excitement about Wyatt-Hodge’s commitment. “Danni’s career speaks for itself,” she said. “We believe she will add strength and depth on the field as well as contributing off the field.” Calvert emphasized that Wyatt-Hodge’s playing style aligns perfectly with Surrey’s vision for their new team.
The move to Surrey not only enhances Wyatt-Hodge’s career but also strengthens the team as they prepare for a competitive season ahead. She will join fellow England teammates Sophia Dunkley and Alice Capsey at Surrey, creating a formidable trio.
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