Match 40: Queensland Fire vs Victoria | Squads, Players to Watch, Live Streaming Details

Queensland Fire are currently sitting pretty in second place with 31 points from 11 outings in Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2025-26. They come into this one with a bit of momentum after a solid 50-run win over Victoria. On the flip side, it’s been a season to forget for Victoria Women. They are rooted to the bottom of the ladder with -1 point, having lost all 11 of their matches so far. That negative point total comes from a penalty deduction earlier in the tournament, highlighting just how tough this campaign has been for them.

Squads:

Queensland Fire Women’s Cricket Team

Annie O’Neil, Laura Harris, Lucy Bourke, Charli Knott, Lucy Hamilton, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Mikayla Wrigley, Bonnie Berry, Jess Jonassen, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Nicola Hancock

Victoria Women’s Cricket Team

Indigo Noble, Meg Lanning, Mia Perrin, Olivia Henry, Samara Dulvin, Annabel Sutherland, Ella Hayward, Georgia Wareham, Hasrat Gill, Rhys McKenna, Tess Flintoff, Nicole Faltum, Sophie Reid, Georgia Prestwidge, Kim Garth, Milly Illingworth, Molly Strano, Sasha Moloney, Sophie Day, Sophie Molineux, Tayla Vlaeminck

Players to watch out:

Georgia Redmayne

Georgia has been a vital spark for Queensland at the top of the order, consistently getting the team off to strong starts. Across her 10 innings, she has amassed 431 runs, highlighted by a superb unbeaten 125 that really showcased her class. With an average near 54 and a strike rate of 87.78, she’s proving once again why she is one of the most reliable anchors in the domestic circuit.

Tess Flintoff

Representing Victoria, Tess has shown great resilience in what has been a challenging season for her side. She’s managed 343 runs in 9 innings, including a century that stood out as a major highlight for Victoria. Her ability to keep the scoreboard moving at a strike rate of nearly 85 makes her a dangerous middle-order asset when she finds her rhythm.

Grace Parsons

Grace has emerged as a genuine wicket-taking threat for Queensland, using her leg-spin to break crucial partnerships. In just 7 matches, she has already claimed 14 wickets, including a career-best 5/37 that completely turned the tide in a recent win over Victoria. Her strike rate of 29.14 is among the best in the tournament, proving she doesn’t need much time to make an impact.

Ella Hayward

Ella has been a hardworking presence for Victoria, often carrying a heavy load with the ball in difficult conditions. She has picked up 14 wickets in 11 matches, providing some much-needed breakthroughs for her team throughout the campaign. While her economy rate sits just under 5, her persistence has seen her claim best figures of 3/51 as she continues to develop her craft.

Pitch:

The pitch at Allan Border Field features similar black soil sourced from the Brisbane Valley, which typically provides a reliable, true bounce and decent carry for the fast bowlers. While it’s a paradise for batters once they get settled—thanks to the consistent pace—the new ball usually offers some early swing and seam movement.

Weather:

Expect a partly sunny day with a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. There is a 35% chance of rain during the day, accompanied by a 14 mph wind coming from the southeast.

Fantasy Playing XI:

Laura Harris, Lucy Bourke, Charli Knott, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Ella Hayward, Georgia Wareham, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Molly Strano