Mady Villiers is making a name for herself in English cricket, showcasing her talent as both a bowler and a lower-order batter. Her journey from the Surrey Stars to her recent move to Durham has been filled with growth and success.
In the 2024 Charlotte Edwards Cup, a premier T20 competition now set to be replaced with the T20 Blast, Villiers played 10 matches, scoring 131 runs with a strike rate of 116.96. She also made significant contributions with the ball, taking 11 wickets at an economy rate of 7.15. In 2023, she participated in 7 matches, scoring 55 runs at a strike rate of 100, while claiming 10 wickets with an economy of 6.36. During the 2022 season, she played 5 matches, where she scored 54 runs with a strike rate of 114.89 and took 5 wickets at an economy rate of 8.23. Her consistent performances have been key to her team’s achievements.
In the 2024 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, a premier One Day competition now rebranded as the One Day Cup, Villiers continued to shine, playing 13 matches and scoring 122 runs with a strike rate of 96.06. She excelled with the ball, taking 18 wickets at an impressive economy of 4.65. The previous year, she played 12 matches, scoring 211 runs with a strike rate of 109.32, along with 12 wickets at an economy of 5.86. In 2022, she played 6 matches, scoring 63 runs with a strike rate of 73.25 and taking 12 wickets at a remarkable economy rate of 4.37. Over the seasons, her statistics reflect her steady improvement, showcasing her development as a key player.
Villiers also played a crucial role for the Oval Invincibles in The Hundred from 2021 to 2024, helping the team win back-to-back titles in 2021 and 2022. Over 33 matches, she scored 129 runs, with a highest score of 22*, and took 20 wickets, averaging 25.30 with the ball. Her recent growth has seen her gain opportunities with the England A team and her all-round contributions will be vital to the team’s success.
Now, as she joins Durham on a three-year deal ahead of the 2025 season, a new and exciting chapter begins. Villiers is thrilled about this fresh opportunity, especially as she will play under the leadership of her England teammate Hollie Armitage. She looks forward to contributing to Durham’s success and believes in the club’s vision for the future.
Durham’s Director of Cricket, Marcus North, praised Villiers’s signing as a big step for the club, highlighting how her talent will boost their ambitions in women’s cricket. As Mady Villiers embarks on this new journey, her resilience and skill will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on English cricket. With a mix of youthful energy and valuable experience, she is ready to make her mark in the seasons ahead.