Cricket Scotland confirmed the decision in an official statement, quoting Gordon as saying the idea of returning had been steadily growing over the past few years. Regular conversations with Scotland head coach Craig Wallace played a decisive role, along with the prospect of once again sharing the international stage with close friends Kathryn and Sarah Bryce, her teammates at Blaze and key figures in the Scotland squad. Gordon described the move as “the right moment to come home,” reflecting both personal connection and professional alignment with Scotland’s vision for the future.
Born in Huntly, Gordon made her international debut for Scotland at just 14 years of age and went on to represent the country 60 times between 2012 and 2017. During that period, she gained valuable experience, including participation in the 2015 global qualifiers in Thailand. In 2018, she made the pivotal decision to step away from Scottish international cricket to pursue a full-time professional career within the English system.
Her move to Loughborough University opened doors to higher-level opportunities, leading her to become a local player for Loughborough Lightning. That pathway soon culminated in selection for England, where she featured in the 2018 Women’s T20 World Cup in the West Indies and later played in the one-off Test match against Australia in 2019. Gordon has said she made the switch with the aim of pushing her career to the highest possible level, a goal she believes was fulfilled through her time with England.
Despite appreciating the opportunities England provided, Gordon acknowledged that Scotland remained firmly in her thoughts. As her international ambitions evolved, the chance to contribute to Scotland’s setup once again, under a clear long-term plan, became increasingly compelling.
Her return is expected to bolster Scotland’s squad with valuable experience gained at the highest level of the women’s game. As the national team looks to strengthen its competitiveness on the international stage, Gordon’s decision carries both symbolic and practical importance, underlining Scotland’s ability to reclaim elite talent and signalling a renewed chapter in her international career.
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