This also came after a number of changes were implemented two months out from the 2018 season to "reduce congestion and increase scoring".

Despite these recent issues, Perry says in cricket the stigma has started to shift.

"I think that stigma is starting to shift, I know so many people who say after watching their first match they were really surprised at how high the skill level and athleticism was, and how entertaining the matches are," she said. 

Perry has suggested one way to overcome these two issues is for local and national clubs to promote their female players and show that there is a real future for women in sport. 

"I think the more opportunities kids have to be inspired by female athletes, the more likely they will be to pursue sport outside of school and keep playing," she said.