Player Spotlight: Shayna Chikhlia
Over the winter, we’ll be profiling some of our brilliant men’s and women’s first-team players in our weekly newsletters. This week, we shine the spotlight on bowler Shayna Chikhlia, a promising spinner with big goals ahead.
Cricket Role: Bowler
First Played for Berkshire: Age 16
Favourite/Proudest Memory: Malvern 2021.
2026 Cricketing Goal: Take a five-wicket haul for the first team.
Cricketing Hero: Shane Warne – one of the greatest spinners of all time.
One Thing to Change About Cricket: Get rid of the toss and let the away team choose.
Fun Fact/Hidden Talent: I’m a black belt in Taekwondo.
Favourite Quote/Motto: —
Shayna’s dedication to her craft and competitive mindset make her an exciting bowling prospect. With her sights set on a first-team five-fer, she’s definitely one to watch in the coming seasons.
If you want to support Shayna or any of the rest of the Mens or Womens Squads by sponsoring them in 2026 we’d love to speak to you! We have many Partnership Opportunities available so feel free to FIND OUT MORE HERE – Or get in touch with our Commercial Director – RYAN ALLEN