The upcoming match between Southern Vipers and the Thunder will be the 18th of the ongoing 03 edition of the Charlotte Edwards Cup. The game is scheduled for the 31st of May, 2023, at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton, at 6:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
In the ongoing season, the Southern Vipers have secured wins in two out of three matches, while the Thunder have also shown a strong start with two wins and as many losses in four games played.
Squads:
Southern Vipers – Georgia Adams (C), Chloe Hill (WK), Nicole Faltum (WK), Rhianna Southby (WK), Danni Wyatt, Ella McCaughan, Emily Windsor, Maia Bouchier, Sophie Mitchelmore, Alice Monaghan, Freya Kemp, Georgia Elwiss, Nancy Harman, Anya Shrubsole, Charlotte Dean, Charlotte Taylor, Finty Trussler, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Mary Taylor
Thunder – Eleanor Threlkeld (C/WK), Seren Smale (WK), Alice Clarke, Daisy Mullan, Danielle Collins, Laura Marshall, Liberty Heap, Shachi Pai, Deandra Dottin, Emma Lamb, Fi Morris, Laura Jackson, Naomi Dattani, Sophie Ecclestone, Stephanie Butler, Alex Hartley, Hannah Jones, Hannah Rainey, Kate Cross, Mahika Gaur, Olivia Thomas, Phoebe Graham, Sophia Turner, Tara Norris
Players to watch out:
Nicole Faltum
The 23-year-old Australian keeper-batter has looked good behind the stumps but has not had as much success with the bat. Nicole got her campaign underway with a couple of starts but has failed to build on it, however, expect a quick turnaround.
Georgia Adams
The 29-year-old all-rounder is enjoying a consistent season this time around having registered scores of 29, 26*, and 31, while has produced bowling figures of 0/28 (2), 1/22 (3), and 1/19 (4) in her previous 3 outings.
Fi Morris
The 29-year-old all-rounder, tipped as ‘one to watch out for’ this season by her fellow mates hasn’t failed to impress. Fi has registered scores of 13, 18, 7, and 36, while has produced bowling figures of 0/20, 2/19, 0/12, and 2/16.
Mahika Gaur
The 17-year-old pacer from the United Arab Emirates in Twenty20 Internationals has struck 9 wickets in 16 outings. However, Mahika has been the first pick for teams’ she’s played for lately and her figures in the competition read 1/28 (4), 0/27 (2), 0/19 (3), and 1/21 (4).
Pitch:
The center wicket at the Ageas Bowl is favorable for batters, as seen from the average score of 141. However, pacers will also find support from the wicket, and spinners will have a crucial role to play in the middle overs.
Weather:
The conditions over Ageas Bowl, Southampton are favorable for a game of cricket as the radar is all bright with no expected rain. The temperature is forecasted to hover around 17°C, with moderate winds and a humidity level of 62%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Nicole Faltum, Danni Wyatt, Maia Bouchier, Emma Lamb, Sophie Ecclestone, Georgia Adams, Fi Morris, Kate Cross, Tara Norris, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith
Match details:
Date – May 31, 2023
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Ageas Bowl, Southampton
Broadcast – Access live scores for all the games in the series on the FanCode app and website.