The player draft for The Hundred 2025 was completed on March 12, ahead of the upcoming season, set to begin on August 5. With teams finalizing their retentions last month, the draft served as an opportunity to secure prime talent ahead of the tournament.
The 2025 Women’s Draft featured a competitive mix of 120 domestic and 110 overseas players, with most marquee players carrying a reserve price as their minimum signing amount. Following intense deliberations, teams have now locked in their rosters, setting the stage for another thrilling edition of The Hundred.
London Spirit –
London Spirit, the champions of The Hundred 2024, retained a strong core of players as they aim to defend their title. Their retentions included Grace Harris, a powerful Australian all-rounder, alongside England internationals Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, and Charlie Dean, who bring all-round capabilities and spin depth. India’s all-rounder Deepti Sharma, also remains in the squad, strengthening both batting and bowling. Additionally, Georgia Redmayne continues as a key wicketkeeper-batter, while Eva Gray, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, and Sophie Munro provide a mix of pace, batting depth, and fielding strength.
In the draft, London Spirit further bolstered their squad with the addition of skipper Heather Knight, secured via the Right to Match (RTM) option, bringing vast experience and leadership to the team. They also added Issy Wong, an exciting fast bowler known for her pace and aggression, along with Rebecca Tyson, a promising young talent.
Squad: Grace Harris, Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Charlie Dean, Deepti Sharma, Georgia Redmayne, Eva Gray, Cordelia Griffith, Tara Norris, Sophie Munro, Heather Knight, Issy Wong, Rebecca Tyson
Northern Superchargers –
The Northern Superchargers concluded the 2024 season in fourth place. Ahead of The Hundred 2025, their retentions were Australia’s Phoebe Litchfield, a promising young batter, and Annabel Sutherland, the Player of the Tournament in 2024, who amassed 212 runs and claimed 10 wickets. Fellow Australian Georgia Wareham, a leg-spin specialist, also remains with the team. England’s Kate Cross, a seasoned fast bowler, continues her tenure, alongside wicketkeeper-batter Bess Heath. The squad’s spin attack is further reinforced by Linsey Smith, while all-rounders Hollie Armitage and Alice Davidson-Richards provided crucial versatility. Additionally, emerging talents Grace Ballinger and Davina Perrin were also retained.
During the draft, Northern Superchargers made strategic moves to enhance their squad, acquiring Grace Potts, a promising fast bowler to strengthen their pace attack. They also brought in Lucy Higham, an all-rounder known for her off-spin, and Ella Claridge, an emerging batting talent.
Squad: Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Kate Cross, Bess Heath, Linsey Smith, Hollie Armitage, Alice Davidson-Richards, Grace Ballinger, Davina Perrin, Grace Potts, Lucy Higham, Ella Claridge
Welsh Fire –
Welsh Fire, the runners-up of The Hundred 2024, retained a formidable core of players as they look to go one step further in The Hundred 2025. Their key retentions included Hayley Matthews, the West Indies captain, alongside England’s Tammy Beaumont, an experienced top-order batter. Australia’s Jess Jonassen, a versatile spinner, and South Africa’s fast bowler Shabnim Ismail, continue to add experience to the squad. Scotland’s Sarah Bryce remains as a reliable wicketkeeper-batter, while England’s Georgia Elwiss, Freya Davies, Georgia Davis, Emily Windsor, and Beth Langston provide crucial depth across all departments.
In the draft, Welsh Fire made calculated moves to refine their squad, securing Sophia Dunkley through the Right to Match option, ensuring the retention of their dynamic top-order batter. They also brought in Katie George, a left-arm seamer who adds versatility to the bowling attack, and Katie Levick, an experienced leg-spinner known for her consistency.
Squad: Hayley Matthews, Tammy Beaumont, Jessica Jonassen, Shabnim Ismail, Sarah Bryce, Georgia Elwiss, Freya Davies, Georgia Davis, Emily Windsor, Beth Langston, Sophie Dunkley, Katie George, Katie Levick
Trent Rockets –
After finishing fifth in The Hundred 2024, Trent Rockets have retained a well-rounded squad. Leading their core group is Ashleigh Gardner, the Australian all-rounder known for her power-hitting and off-spin, along with England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt, one of the finest all-rounders in the game. The Rockets have also held on to Alana King, an experienced Australian leg-spinner, and Heather Graham, a dependable all-rounder. Bryony Smith and Grace Scrivens provide valuable batting options, while Kirstie Gordon remains a key figure in the spin attack. The squad is further bolstered by Alexa Stonehouse, Natasha Wraith, and Cassidy McCarthy, who add depth across departments.
In the draft, Trent Rockets reinforced their line-up with a blend of youth and experience. Jodi Grewcock brings exciting all-round potential, while Emma Jones adds depth to the batting lineup. The addition of Ellie Threlkeld, a seasoned wicketkeeper-batter, further strengthens their stability behind the stumps.
Squad: Ashleigh Gardner, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alana King, Heather Graham, Bryony Smith, Grace Scrivens, Kirstie Gordon, Alexa Stonehouse, Natasha Wraith, Cassidy McCarthy, Jodi Grewcock, Emma Jones, Ellie Threlkeld
Southern Brave –
Southern Brave, who finished last in The Hundred 2024, have taken significant steps to revitalize their squad for the 2025 season. Notably, they utilized the new direct signing rule to secure Laura Wolvaardt, the prolific South African batter, aiming to bolster their top-order strength. In addition to this strategic acquisition, the team has retained key players including England’s experienced opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge, dynamic batter Maia Bouchier, pace bowler Lauren Bell, and all-rounder Freya Kemp. Further reinforcing their lineup are Georgia Adams, budding talent Tilly Corteen-Coleman, wicketkeeper Rhianna Southby, and spinner Molly Strano.
In the draft, Southern Brave made notable additions to their unit, bringing in Sophie Devine, a proven match-winner with immense experience, and Chloe Tryon, a dynamic all-rounder known for her explosive batting and left-arm spin. Mady Villiers and Josie Groves strengthen the spin department, while Phoebe Graham adds depth to the pace attack.
Squad: Laura Wolvaardt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Maia Bouchier, Lauren Bell, Freya Kemp, Georgia Adams, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Rhianna Southby, Sophie Devine, Chloe Tryon, Mady Villiers, Josie Groves, Phoebe Graham
Oval Invincibles –
Oval Invincibles, who finished second in The Hundred 2024 before falling short in the Eliminator, have made key moves ahead of The Hundred 2025. A major acquisition for them this season is Meg Lanning, the former Australian captain, who joined as a direct signing. Alongside Lanning, they have kept Marizanne Kapp, the South African all-rounder known for her match-winning performances, and Alice Capsey, one of England’s most exciting young talents. Lauren Winfield-Hill provides experience at the top of the order, while Amanda-Jade Wellington adds class leg-spin to the squad. England internationals Tash Farrant, Ryana Macdonald-Gay, and Sophia Smale further strengthen the bowling attack, with Jo Gardner and Rachel Slater rounding out the retained list.
In the draft, Oval Invincibles secured Paige Scholfield through the Right to Match option, retaining her all-round abilities. They also added Phoebe Franklin, a versatile batter, and Kalea Moore, an emerging spin talent.
Squad: Marizanne Kapp, Alice Capsey, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Meg Lanning, Tash Farrant, Ryana Macdonald-Gay, Sophia Smale, Jo Gardner, Rachel Slater, Paige Scholfield, Phoebe Franklin, Kalea Moore
Manchester Originals –
Manchester Originals, who finished sixth in The Hundred 2024, have retained a strong squad while making a significant move by securing Amelia Kerr as a direct signing. The New Zealand all-rounder, known for her leg-spin and reliable batting, adds further quality to their lineup. They have also held onto Sophie Ecclestone, the world’s top-ranked spinner, and Beth Mooney, the experienced Australian wicketkeeper-batter. Lauren Filer and Mahika Gaur bring pace to the attack, while Evelyn Jones, Kathryn Bryce, Fi Morris, and Danielle Gregory provide depth across batting and spin options.
Manchester Originals expanded their squad with a blend of experience and young talent. During the draft, they secured Deandra Dottin, a dynamic all-rounder renowned for her explosive batting and wicket-taking prowess. They also brought in the highly promising keeper-batter Seren Smale and Ella McCaughan to add depth to the batting unit, while Alice Monaghan strengthens the squad with her all-round capabilities.
Squad: Amelia Kerr, Sophie Ecclestone, Beth Mooney, Lauren Filer, Mahika Gaur, Evelyn Jones, Kathryn Bryce, Fi Morris, Danielle Gregory, Deandra Dottin, Seren Smale, Ella McCaughan, Alice Monaghan
Birmingham Phoenix –
Birmingham Phoenix, who finished seventh in The Hundred 2024, made a key addition by securing Megan Schutt as a direct signing. The Australian pace bowler brings experience and leadership to their attack as they aim for a turnaround in The Hundred 2025. Retained alongside her is Ellyse Perry, one of the game’s greatest all-rounders, and Amy Jones, England’s accomplished wicketkeeper-batter. Emily Arlott and Hannah Baker add depth to the bowling unit, while Charis Pavely, Sterre Kalis, and Ailsa Lister contribute to the squad’s balance across departments.
In the draft, Birmingham Phoenix focused on adding depth and versatility to their squad. They secured Georgia Voll, an exciting all-rounder who recently made her mark in the WPL and Emma Lamb, a dependable top-order batter with spin options. Marie Kelly and Georgia Boyce bring stability to the batting unit, while Bethan Ellis adds all-round depth.
Squad: Ellyse Perry, Amy Jones, Emily Arlott, Megan Schutt, Hannah Baker, Charis Pavely, Sterre Kalis, Ailsa Lister, Georgia Voll, Emma Lamb, Marie Kelly, Georgia Boyce, Bethan Ellis
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