The third game of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 will take place on September 9 at Albert Park 1 in Suva between Indonesia and Vanuatu. This regional qualifier, which serves as a springboard to the Global Qualifier, highlights the emerging women’s cricket talent in the East Asia Pacific region, and both teams will be keen to get off to a quick start.
Indonesia will be led by captain Desi Wulandari and look to key performers like all-rounder Fitria Rada Rani and wicket-keeper Maria Corazon to provide balance and stability to their unit. All-rounders Melissa Fare and Natalia Kakor, as well as captain Anna Griffin, form a solid core for Vanuatu’s squad. They will be essential with the bat and the ball as the team attempts to win the qualifier.
Squads:
Indonesia Women’s Cricket Team
Desi Wulandari, Fatimah Albanjari, Kisi Kasse, Emily Sirs, Fitria Rada Rani, Ni Luh Dewi Wesika, Rahmawati Pangestuti, Maria Corazon, Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini, Dara Paramitha, Lie Qiao, Ni Ariani, Ni Putri Suwandewi, Ni Wayan Sariani, Sang Maypriani
Vanuatu Women’s Cricket Team
Alvina Chilia, Susan Stephen, Valenta Langiatu, Anna Griffin, Melissa Fare, Nasimana Navaika, Natalia Kakor, Rachel Andrew, Selina Solman, Gillian Chilia, Mahina Tarimiala, Rayline Ova, Vanessa Vira, Vicky Mansale
Players to watch out:
Maria Corazon
Maria Corazon is a right-handed batter and right-arm medium bowler who plays for the Indonesia Women’s cricket team. She is one of Indonesia’s most accomplished players, having scored over 420 runs in T20 Internationals, with the highest score of an unbeaten 53 and two half-centuries. Recognized for her all-round skills and crucial role in Indonesia’s recent cricket triumphs, Corazon has also contributed with the ball, taking 4 wickets.
Ni Ariani
Ni Ariani is a 21-year-old Indonesian cricketer who plays as a right-arm off-break bowler and right-handed batter, primarily known for her bowling all-rounder role. She was instrumental in Indonesia’s recent nine-wicket win over Singapore Women, earning Player of the Match honors with a standout spell of 3 wickets for 10 runs in 4 overs. She has taken 13 wickets with the ball, with best bowling figures of 3 for 7, and economy rate of 3.78. She is a key bowler for her side.
Alvina Chilia
Alvina Chilia is a right-handed batter and right-arm medium pace bowler for Vanuatu women’s cricket team. In T20 Internationals, she has played 47 matches, scored 322 runs at a batting average of 10.38 with a top score of 30. With the ball, she has taken 15 wickets at an average of 18.73 and an economy rate of 4.97, with best bowling figures of 3/8. Chilia is a key all-rounder for Vanuatu, contributing both with bat and ball.
Susan Stephen
Susan Stephen is a right-handed batter and right-arm medium pace bowler for Vanuatu women’s cricket team. In T20 Internationals, she has played 8 matches, scoring 51 runs at an average of 8.50, with a top score of 19 against Samoa. She has not bowled in T20Is so far. She offers solid batting contributions in the lower-middle order for Vanuatu.
Pitch:
Albert Park 1 in Suva is known for its generally balanced nature, favoring both batters and bowlers with fair bounce and consistent playing conditions. The ground can sometimes be affected by moisture or rain, which can impact the pitch and outfield conditions.
Weather:
Suva will see cloudy skies and moderate to heavy rain showers, with a high of 23°C and low near 20°C. Humidity will be high, making conditions feel muggy. Expect around 13 mm of rainfall and winds of 15-19 km/h.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Alvina Chilia, Susan Stephen, Valenta Langiatu, Anna Griffin, Melissa Fare, Nasimana Navaika, Maria Corazon, Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini, Dara Paramitha, Lie Qiao, Ni Ariani
Match Details:
Date – September 9, 2025
Time – 7:00 AM IST
Venue – Alberta Park 1, Suva
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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