History of Karen Read (cricketer) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 12, 2026

Karen Read is a former Australian cricketer who played as a right-handed batter. She represented Australia in three Test matches and 20 One Day Internationals. At the domestic level, she played for Western Australia. Her career highlights include representing her country in both Test and ODI formats, showcasing her skills as a batter in women's cricket.

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August 1959: Karen Read Born

On August 1959, Karen Read was born. She is an Australian former cricketer who played as a right-handed batter.

1975: Joins Western Australia

In 1975, Karen Read started playing for Western Australia at the state cricket level.

1982: Wins Women's Cricket World Cup

In 1982, Karen Read was a member of the Australian team that won the Women's Cricket World Cup.

1991: Leaves Western Australia

In 1991, Karen Read ended her time playing for Western Australia at the state cricket level.

2003: Becomes Secondary School Principal

Since 2003, Karen Read has been a secondary school principal, also becoming a committee member of the Western Australian Secondary School Executives Association, promoting cricket in schools.

2014: Karen Read Medal Introduced

In 2014, the Western Australian Cricket Association introduced the Karen Read Medal.

2015: Made Honorary Life Member

In 2015, Karen Read was made an honorary life member of the Western Australian Cricket Association.

2025: Appointed Member of the Order of Australia

In 2025, Karen Read was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day Honours for significant service to cricket, and to secondary education.