The ‘A’ squads of Australia and England are set to clash in an enthralling three-match T20 series, offering a glimpse into the next generation of cricketing talent. With both sides packed with blooming stars and players who are eager to prove their mettle, the series promises to serve high-intensity and competitive cricket.
The multi-format series kicks off with the 1st of three Twenty20s (T20s) scheduled for 26th of March 2025, at Hurstville Oval, Sydney, starting at 7:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
Australia A Women
Heather Graham, Charli Knott, Lauren Cheatle, Hannah Darlington, Sophie Day, Amy Edgar, Tess Flintoff, Sianna Ginger, Anika Learoyd, Rhys McKenna, Madeline Penna, Amy Smith, Courtney Webb, Tahlia Wilson
England A Women
Hollie Armitage, Georgia Davis, Mahika Gaur, Jodi Grewcock, Bess Heath, Emma Jones, Freya Kemp, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Charis Pavely, Grace Potts, Paige Scholfield, Grace Scrivens, Seren Smale, Bryony Smith, Alexa Stonehouse, Mady Villiers, Issy Wong
Players to watch out:
Courtney Webb
A promising batter known for her consistency and composure at the crease, Webb had an impressive run in the 2024/25 Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL), amassing 258 runs from 10 innings for the Melbourne Renegades at an average of 28.66, with a top score of 61. In England’s Charlotte Edwards Cup, T20 competition, she added 197 runs from 10 innings, including the best of 45*—proving her ability to anchor innings and accelerate when needed.
Amy Smith
The 20-year-old leg-spinner will be a key weapon for Australia A in the upcoming battles. She showcased her wicket-taking prowess in the 2024/25 WBBL, claiming 9 wickets from 8 innings for the Hobart Hurricanes at a stellar economy of 5.24 and an average of 14.55, with best figures of 3/17. Moreover, she has also demonstrated her match-winning potential in the Women’s National Cricket League, Australia’s premier 50-over domestic tournament, producing a brilliant 5/45 for Tasmania Tigers against Victoria Women.
Hollie Armitage
Hollie Armitage will be a crucial performer for England, carrying outstanding recent form into the fray. In the 2024/25 Women’s Super Smash, New Zealand’s domestic T20 competition, she scored 247 runs from a mere 7 innings at an average of 49.40, with her highest being 72*. Earlier last year, in the Charlotte Edwards Cup, she finished as second-highest run-scorer of the tournament with 323 runs from 10 matches at a rate of 35.88 with the highest score of 97.
Mahika Gaur
Mahika Gaur, left-arm fast-medium bowler of England A, has revealed her potential to provide bounce and movement with her bowling, which makes her a tricky challenge for batters. In the Charlotte Edwards Cup 2024, she took 4 wickets in just 2 innings, with best figures of 3/39, demonstrating her capability to grab wickets. In The Hundred, playing for the Manchester Originals, she contributed 4 more wickets from 6 matches, keeping an economy rate of 7.8.
Pitch:
Hurstville Oval provides a good batting surface with true bounce, enabling stroke-makers to play their shots with assurance. Although beneficial to batters, it also offers help to pacers with early movement and persistent carry.
Weather:
It is expected to be cloudy in Sydney with 20% chances of precipitation. The temperature is expected to be around 26 degrees Celsius, with winds blowing at 13km/hr and humidity at 67%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Tahlia Wilson, Heather Graham, Hollie Armitage, Grace Scrivens, Courtney Webb, Freya Kemp, Maddy Villiers, Lauren Cheatle, Amy Smith, Hannah Darlington, Amy Edgar
Match details:
Date – March 26, 2025
Time – 7:30 AM IST
Venue – Hurstville Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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