India, Aug. 29 -- Anaya Bangar's recent inclusion in the Community Shield, an entry-level competition in Australia, has sparked mixed reactions. While some have welcomed her return to competitive cricket with empathy, others have questioned her ambitions, including South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp, who called Bangar's hopes of playing in the Women's Big Bash League "absolutely ridiculous" on Friday. Bangar is targeting a potential WBBL opportunity next March, provided she meets the required testosterone limits, but has yet to join a local club side.

Bangar has now pushed back against the criticism surrounding her plans, particularly Kapp's comments about her attempt to return to elite women's cricket. Her inclusion in the Communit...