ArticleSports (Basel, Switzerland)2026
Physical and Developmental Characteristics of Elite Under-19 Female Cricketers: Positional Differences, Relative Age Effects, and Maturity.
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backgroundWomen's cricket is rapidly expanding at the elite youth level, yet limited research has comprehensively examined the physical, positional, and developmental characteristics underpinning performance in elite under-19 (U19) female players. In particular, the role of biological maturation and relative age effects in shaping physical performance within this population remains poorly understood.
objectiveThis study aimed to characterise the anthropometric and physical profile of elite U19 female cricketers, examine positional differences, assess the presence of relative age effects (RAE), and evaluate the applicability of maturity offset estimation in this cohort.
methodsNinety elite U19 female cricketers representing six regional high school teams were assessed using a cross-sectional design. Anthropometric measures, strength, power, sprint performance, and agility were evaluated. Maturity status was estimated using both the original and modified maturity offset equations, and birth quartiles were used to assess RAE via a chi-squared test. Between-group differences were analysed using ANOVA.
resultsStatistically significant positional differences were observed for vertical jump, isometric strength, and sprint performance (
conclusionsElite U19 female cricketers demonstrate role-specific physical profiles driven primarily by strength, power, and speed rather than anthropometry or maturity status. The absence of a clear RAE and limited applicability of maturity offset methods highlight the need for performance-based, position-specific approaches to training and talent identification in female cricket.
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