Manchester Originals Women return to The Hundred 2025 with a power-packed squad and high expectations. After a notable 2024 campaign the team boasts a formidable mix of international stars and rising domestic talent. Whether it’s match-winning knocks, lethal spells with the ball, or all-round brilliance, the Originals have players who can turn games on their head.
Among them, four names stand out this season, the ever-consistent Beth Mooney, the dynamic Kathryn Bryce, the world-class Sophie Ecclestone, and the fiery Lauren Filer. Here’s a closer look at these game-changers and why they’re the ones to watch in 2025.
Beth Mooney
Australian wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney brings a wealth of international experience, calm under pressure, and elite finishing skills to the Manchester Originals’ lineup. Known for her ice-cool temperament and technically sound strokeplay, Mooney is one of the most dependable batters in the women’s game today, and her impact was immediate upon joining the Originals in 2024. In a season-defining performance, she smashed an unbeaten 99* off just 54 balls, the highest individual score in the 2024 edition of The Hundred, to lead Originals to a dominant win over Northern Superchargers. That knock not only underlined her match-winning ability but also showcased the precision and composure she brings in pressure situations.
Having previously represented London Spirit in 2023, Mooney made the switch to Manchester in 2024, seamlessly adapting to her new role at the top. She ended the season with 191 runs, cementing her reputation as the lynchpin of Originals’ batting core. Her credentials on the global stage are equally staggering, in early 2025, she became the first Australian woman to register centuries across all three formats, notching a Test ton (106), an ODI century (133), and a T20I masterclass (117*) within the span of a few months.
Mooney’s momentum carried into international cricket as she headlined Australia’s T20I series against New Zealand in March 2025. In the opening match, she carved out a commanding 75* off 42 balls, at a strike rate of 178, to earn Player of the Match honours, another testament to her consistency on the biggest stages. Whether she’s anchoring a chase or launching an assault in the death overs, Beth Mooney offers Manchester Originals the rare combination of experience, reliability, and the ability to finish games making her one of the most valuable players to watch in the tournament.
Kathryn Bryce
Kathryn Bryce, Scotland’s trailblazer and Manchester Originals’ all-round linchpin, has become one of the most well-rounded and impactful players in the women’s circuit. Her 2024 campaign in The Hundred was headlined by a breathtaking spell of 5/13, including a stunning hat-trick against Northern Superchargers, a performance that etched her name among the best bowling figures in the history of the Women’s Hundred. Renowned for her ability to swing the new white ball sharply into right-handers, Bryce’s bowling is as tactically intelligent as it is destructive.
But her impact doesn’t end there as a batter, she has steadily improved her ability to anchor and accelerate, giving her team depth and balance on both fronts. Since joining Manchester Originals in 2023, Bryce has quietly become the backbone of the side’s all-round department. She has amassed 160 runs and taken 11 wickets, often turning games with either skill set when it matters most. A former Lightning captain in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy’s inaugural season, she finished as the second-highest wicket-taker in the 2020 edition before briefly stepping away to complete her sports science degree at Loughborough University, a testament to her discipline both on and off the field.
Her domestic exploits in 2025 have only raised her stock further. Representing The Blaze in the Women’s T20 Blast, Bryce delivered another strong all-round season, scoring 370 runs with the highest of 60*, and picking up 17 wickets, including the best of 4/13. These numbers underline her match-winning versatility and growing stature in English domestic cricket. Whether it’s breaking partnerships, stabilizing the middle order, or stepping up as a leader, Kathryn Bryce is the kind of dependable game-changer every title-contending side needs and Manchester Originals will once again look to her to deliver when it counts.
Sophie Ecclestone
Sophie Ecclestone, the world’s premier left-arm spinner, continues to be the heartbeat of Manchester Originals’ bowling unit. Revered for her accuracy, calm temperament, and subtle variations, Ecclestone brings unmatched control and menace to The Hundred. A genuine match-winner, she made headlines in May 2024 by becoming the fastest woman to reach 100 ODI wickets, accomplishing the feat in just 63 matches, eclipsing long-standing records and underlining her status as a modern great. Her dominance with the ball saw her earn a coveted spot in the 2025 Wisden Cricketers of the Year, a testament to her consistency and elite performance across formats.
Since the inception of The Hundred in 2021, Ecclestone has been a cornerstone of Originals campaign, scalping 25 wickets with the best of 4/11, while also contributing 273 handy runs down the order. Her knack for breaking partnerships and throttling scoring rates makes her one of the most reliable and feared spinners in the women’s game today. In the 2025 international summer, she delivered a standout performance at Lord’s, picking up 3/27 in the second ODI against India, a reminder of her pedigree under pressure in marquee matches.
Adding to her repertoire, Ecclestone turned out for Lancashire Women in the 2025 Women’s T20 Blast, where she featured in two appearances and returned 2 wickets, including a tidy 2/24, a brief but efficient reminder of her value across all formats and conditions. With the ball on a string and nerves of steel, Ecclestone will be central to Manchester Originals’, as she continues to baffle batters and dominate charts.
Lauren Filer
Emerging English pace prospect Lauren Filer is poised to make significant waves for Manchester Originals in The Hundred. The right-arm seamer, known for her high-energy run-up and sharp bounce, debuted for England in June 2023 and has since grown in stature as one of the most promising quicks on the women’s circuit. Filer brings an aggressive edge to the bowling attack, often unsettling batters with pace and movement, especially during the powerplay.
Having represented London Spirit in 2023 and Welsh Fire in 2022, Filer found her footing with Manchester in 2024, where she delivered critical spells in crunch moments. Across eight innings, she picked up 6 wickets, with the best of 2/16, showcasing her ability to maintain pressure in low-scoring thrillers. Her knack for early breakthroughs gives Manchester an upper hand in controlling opposition momentum, especially when paired with the experience of Sophie Ecclestone at the other end.
On the international front, Filer impressed during the India Women’s Tour of England, claiming five wickets across formats. Her ability to bowl with intent, extract bounce from flat decks, and execute disciplined lengths in pressure scenarios underlines her readiness for bigger stages.
As she continues to evolve and add layers to her game, Lauren Filer could emerge as the silent weapon in Manchester Originals’, bringing a spark of youth, pace, and ambition to their well-rounded bowling unit.
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