Match 23 of The Women’s Hundred 2025 pits the Oval Invincibles Women against the Trent Rockets Women on August 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the Kennington Oval in London. International talent abounds on both teams: the Rockets have Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ash Gardner, Heather Graham, and Alana King, while the Invincibles have Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Alice Capsey, and Amanda-Jade Wellington. The Rockets’ potent lineup promises a fierce battle in this crucial league late-stage matchup, but the Invincibles have some momentum thanks to recent play.
Fantasy Picks: Oval Invincibles vs Trent Rockets
Wicketkeeper –
Lauren Winfield-Hill
English cricket veteran Lauren Winfield-Hill is renowned for her leadership and consistency in both domestic and franchise cricket, including The Hundred with Oval Invincibles. She has more than 100 international caps and played for England in the 2017 World Cup. With the highest of 74 not out and an average of 21.22, she has amassed 658 runs in 35 Women’s Hundred games. A crucial match-winner and leader both on and off the field, Winfield-Hill blends professionalism and expertise with flexibility and a team-first mentality.
Batters –
Meg Lanning
Meg Lanning, a renowned Australian skipper with seven world titles and one of the best players in women’s cricket history, brought her elite expertise to The Hundred, where she played for London Spirit before joining the Oval Invincibles. Lanning has amassed 372 runs at an average of 24.80 and a strike rate of 139.84 in her 15 games thus far, including three fifties and the highest of 85. One of the most important players to keep an eye on is Lanning, who contributes with her signature poise and consistency while maintaining a consistent presence at the top of the order.
Paige Scholfield
Born in South Africa and raised in Sussex, Paige Scholfield is an all-rounder for the Oval Invincibles. She has participated in 21 games in the Hundred Women’s Competition, amassing 317 runs with a strike rate of 135.47 and an average of 19.81, with a half-century and the best score of 71. She is one of the Invincibles’ most important assets in The Hundred because of her aggressive style and ability to alter games with both bat and ball. Scholfield has taken eight wickets with the ball in seven innings with a strike rate of 15 balls per wicket and an average of 20.37 per wicket.
Bryony Smith
Originally from Surrey, the English cricketer can contribute with both the bat and the ball. She bowls right-arm off-break and bats right-handed. In addition to playing for Surrey, South East Stars, Welsh Fire, Trent Rockets, and Hobart Hurricanes at home, and has also represented England. In 35 games in The Hundred women’s championship, Bryony Smith has amassed 682 runs, including the highest of 70. She averages 19.48 and has a strike rate of 131.40, which includes three fifties. Her best bowling figures were 3 for 21, and she has taken 18 wickets with the ball at a strike rate of 21 and an average of 29.77. Her flexibility includes strong off-spin bowling and aggressive batting.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
English cricketer Nat Sciver-Brunt is renowned for her dynamic right-handed batting and right-arm fast-medium bowling. She is particularly well-known for her leadership qualities, which include being the first England cricketer to score a hat-trick in a Women’s T20 International match. A notable contributor in The Hundred, Nat Sciver-Brunt has played for the Trent Rockets. With the highest score of 81*, which included eight half-centuries, she has amassed 1131 runs in 33 innings. Though she hasn’t bowled much, she has claimed 15 wickets with the ball.
All-Rounders –
Marizanne Kapp
A vital all-rounder for the Oval Invincibles in The Hundred, Marizanne Kapp is renowned for her ability to win games with both the bat and the ball. She made history by bowling the first ball and taking the first wicket in the tournament. Taking 4 for 9 to help win the championship, Kapp was named player of the match in the 2021 final. She has scored 752 runs in 30 innings with a half-century and has also picked up 45 wickets with the ball. She was the standout bowler for the Invincibles last season and her economical bowling and ability to perform under pressure make her one of The Hundred’s most reliable and impactful players.
Alice Capsey
Alice Capsey is a highly promising English all-rounder known for her aggressive batting and useful off-spin bowling. Playing important roles with both bat and ball, she established herself early on by winning The Hundred twice with Oval Invincibles in 2021 and 2022. She has scored 755 runs in 35 matches at an average of 23.59 with the highest score of 59, including 6 half-centuries and is also effective with the ball, picking 21 wickets in 23 innings with best bowling figures of 3 for 15. She also features prominently in franchise leagues like the Women’s Big Bash League and the Women’s Premier League, continuing to develop as a dynamic, match-winning talent at just 20 years old.
Ashleigh Gardner
Ashleigh Katherine Gardner, an Australian cricket player, is a dynamic all-around athlete who bats right-handed and bowls right-arm off-spin. Since making her debut for Australia in 2017, Gardner has been a vital member of the team due to her strong batting and astute off-spin bowling. Player of the Final in the 2018 ICC Women’s T20 global Cup is only one of her many individual accolades and global championships. She has demonstrated her involvement and reliability in all game sections by scoring 306 runs in 13 innings, with the highest of 61, and taking 13 wickets with the best bowling figures of 3 for 23 in the Hundred.
Heather Graham
Heather Graham, an Australian all-rounder, is well-known for her noteworthy accomplishments in The Hundred, where she has been a vital part of the Trent Rockets and Northern Superchargers. In his 24 appearances in The Hundred, Graham has scored 303 runs, including the highest of 44 and a strike rate of 125.72. Her ability to take wickets is another reason for her fame. She has claimed 22 wickets in 23 innings, and her best bowling record is 3 for 13. Because of her ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball and her consistency in the middle order, she stands out for supporting her teams at pivotal tournament stages.
Bowlers –
Kirstie Gordon
Scottish-born English cricketer Kirstie Gordon is a slow left-arm orthodox bowler and a right-handed batter. At the age of 14, she made her Scotland debut. She then changed her allegiance to England and has since played for the Trent Rockets, Kent, The Blaze, and Birmingham Phoenix. Gordon is renowned for her economical and wicket-taking bowling and has made a name for herself in both regional and international cricket. In the Hundred women’s league, she has played for the Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets. She has taken 35 wickets with the ball, with an economy rate of 7.53 and her best bowling figures of 3 for 14.
Amanda-Jade Wellington
Amanda-Jade Wellington is a highly skilled Australian leg-spinner and all-rounder known for her tactical and economical bowling in The Hundred, where she was the leading wicket-taker across the first two seasons with 31 wickets. With an economy rate of 7.14 and best figures of 4 for 15, she has played 37 games and taken 50 wickets overall. She is one of The Hundred’s most notable players because of her clever leg-spin, capacity to disrupt partnerships, and steady wicket-taking. She has received recognition for her poise and ability to perform well under pressure.
This Fantasy XI is formed with a sharp focus on form, career stats, and the unique challenge posed by the Kennington Oval pitch in London. Make sure to lock in your teams before 7:30 PM IST and stay tuned for a blockbuster encounter between two of women’s cricket’s exciting clubs locking horns against each other.
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