FairBreak Invitational 2023 moved forward to accommodate Women's IPL

Tornadoes Women lifted the title

The inaugural edition of the Fairbreak Invitational Women's T20 in UAE witnessed the participation of cricketers all around the world in May this year. 

The second edition of the six-team tournament was slated to begin in March 2023 but has been pushed back by a month due to the increase in opportunities for female cricketers. 

Although, the organizers have not directly named the Women's IPL, which is set to get underway in March next year, but is expected to be a prime reason for the development. 

The Fairbreak Invitational 2023 will now take place from April 3 to 16 in Hongkong. 

"In light of the increase in opportunities for female players around the world and in consultation with players, partners and sponsors, we have decided to move the dates of the FairBreak Invitational 2023 from March to April 2023," Burji Shroff, chairman of Cricket Hong Kong, said in a statement. 

"This time period will enable us to continue to host a world class event that better ensures the participation of players from across the world."

What Transpired in Fairbreak Invitational 2022

Chamari Athapaththu

The first edition of the coveted tournament saw participation from 90 players from 35 countries. It surely provided players from the associate countries to rub shoulders with the experienced campaigners such as Sophie Devine, Deandra Dottin, Hayley Mathews, Heather Knight and Chamari Athapaththu. 

Stafanie Taylor-led side Tornadoes Women secured an eight-wicket victory over the Falcons Women led by Suzie Bates to lift the title. 

Sophie Ecclestone was the top wicket-taker, while Athapaththu scored the most runs. 

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