All eyes turn to Match 25 of The Women’s Hundred 2025 where Northern Superchargers Women face off against Oval Invincibles Women. The Superchargers have been one of the most consistent sides this season, holding second place on the table and pushing hard for a spot at the top. In contrast, the Invincibles have endured a mixed run, sitting sixth and in need of a turnaround to stay in contention. With one team aiming to consolidate their dominance and the other battling to reignite their campaign, the stage is set for a high-stakes clash.
Squads:
Northern Superchargers Women’s Cricket Team
Hollie Armitage, Annabel Sutherland, Phoebe Litchfield, Kate Cross, Georgia Wareham, Linsey Smith, Bess Heath, Alice Davidson-Richards, Grace Potts, Grace Ballinger, Lucy Higham, Davina Perrin, Ella Claridge, Katherine Fraser, Sophia Turner
Oval Invincibles Women’s Cricket Team
Paige Scholfield, Marizanne Kapp, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Alice Capsey, Meg Lanning, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Tash Farrant, Phoebe Franklin, Sophia Smale, Kalea Moore, Jo Gardner, Rachel Slater, Daisy Gibb, Rebecca Odgers
Players to watch out:
Phoebe Litchfield
The Australian batting prodigy continues to rise as one of the most dependable run-getters in the competition. Litchfield showcased her class with a composed unbeaten 55 against London Spirit, anchoring the chase with maturity. Since her debut season in 2023, she has already piled up 626 runs, with the personal best of 68, often setting the platform for Northern’s batting line-up. With her flair for timing and ability to adapt under pressure, Litchfield will be vital once again as the Superchargers push to strengthen their position near the top of the table.
Annabel Sutherland
The Australian all-rounder has been a consistent game-changer for Northern since joining the squad in 2024. With both bat and ball, she has proven her value in crucial moments. In the recent clash against London Spirit, Sutherland delivered a brilliant spell of 3/20, showing her ability to strike at key intervals and put opposition batters under pressure. Across her stint in The Hundred, she has accumulated 338 runs, including the top score of 63*, alongside 16 wickets, highlighted by her best figures of 4/11. With her versatility and match-winning instincts, Sutherland remains one of the biggest threats heading into this fixture.
Meg Lanning
The former Australian captain has brought both pedigree and power to the Oval Invincibles since joining this year. Even in a losing cause against Rockets, Lanning impressed with a fluent 45 off 35 balls, reminding everyone of her ability to anchor an innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking. In just her first season with Invincibles, she has already made a strong impact, amassing 247 runs, with the highest of 85. Known for her sharp cricketing brain and knack for big-match performances, Lanning will be key to reviving Oval’s campaign.
Amanda-Jade Wellington
One of the most effective leg-spinners, Wellington has been a steady presence for Invincibles since 2024. In the recent fixture against Rockets, she produced another tidy spell, conceding just 15 runs and picking up a wicket, once again showing her control in the middle overs. Across her time with the side, she has picked up 16 wickets, using her guile and flight to outfox batters in crucial phases. As Oval look to turn their season around, Wellington’s ability to break partnerships and apply pressure could prove decisive in this clash.
Pitch:
Headingley promises another run-feast with a surface that generally favors stroke-making. While the new ball may offer some movement for seamers in the opening overs, conditions are expected to settle quickly, allowing batters to dominate once set. With its history of producing high totals in The Hundred, captains may lean towards batting first to make full use of the track before it slows down.
Weather:
Conditions in Leeds look pleasant for cricket, with the temperature hovering around 18°C. A light cloud cover and humidity levels at 69% could aid swing early on, though the 20% chance of rain is unlikely to disrupt proceedings. Anticipate a largely uninterrupted contest under favorable playing conditions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Annabel Sutherland, Phoebe Litchfield, Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Alice Capsey, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Hollie Armitage, Kate Cross, Georgia Wareham, Bess Heath
Match Details:
Date – August 23, 2025
Time – 3:30 PM IST
Venue – Headingley, Leeds
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on FanCode and telecasted on Sony Sports Network.
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