The stage is set for another clash as in Match No.3 of the Abu Dhabi Women’s T20 Counties Super Cup, The Blaze lock horns with Surrey. Both talented teams will be hungry to make a strong impression in the very first outing, bringing a perfect amalgamation of experienced campaigners and talented players to the match.
The Blaze, known for their dominant approach, will look to dominate across the three facets of the game, while Surrey’s balanced squad aims to counter with tactical depth and resilience. With high stakes and quality cricket on display, this game promises to be a thrilling battle under the Abu Dhabi lights.
Squads:
The Blaze Women
Ella Claridge, Georgie Boyce, Marie Kelly, Michaela Kirk, Prisha Thanawala, Tammy Beaumont, Anne Sharpe, Georgia Elwiss, Kathryn Bryce, Lara Shaw, Sarah Bryce, Scarlett Hughes, Amy Wheeler, Cassidy McCarthy, Charley Phillips, Emily Carpenter, Grace Ballinger, Josie Groves, Olivia Baker
Surrey Women
Aylish Cranstone, Kira Chathli, Sophia Dunkley, Alice Davidson-Richards, Alice Monaghan, Emily Burke, Phoebe Franklin, Priyanaz Chatterji, Jemima Spence, Bethan Miles, Charlotte Lambert, Danielle Gregory, Genevieve Jeer, Isobel Sidhu, Kalea Moore, Tash Farrant, Tilly Corteen-Coleman
Players to watch out:
Tammy Beaumont
The seasoned 34-year-old wicketkeeper-batter cashes in a wealth of experience for The Blaze. A consistent player of England’s national team across all formats, she has scored 1,859 runs in 88 T20I innings at a strike rate of 108.96, with the best of 116. Having featured in the franchise league of England, The Hundred for Welsh Fire and London Spirit, as well as playing 82 matches in the Women’s Big Bash League, Beaumont’s diverse experience and ability to play a well-paced innings make her a key player to watch out for ahead of the match.
Kathryn Bryce
The 27-year-old all-rounder has scored 1,273 runs in 47 innings at a remarkable average of 37.44 with the highest score of 73*, along with a strike rate of 103.74. With the ball in hand, she has scalped 48 wickets from 49 matches, with best bowling figures of 4/8 and an impressive economy rate of 4.59. Bryce’s experience is not just limited to international cricket, having played 10 Women’s Big Bash League games and made 28 appearances in The Hundred. She also became just the second associate-nation player to feature in the Women’s Premier League, playing for Gujarat Giants.
Sophia Dunkley
The 26-year-old has scored 986 runs in 52 T20I matches at an average of 22.93, with the highest score of 61*. Dunkley has played for Welsh Fire, in The Hundred, over the last two seasons and impressed in 2024 with 152 runs in 8 innings, top scoring with an unbeaten 69. With her skill of scoring runs at a rapid yet cautious rate and coming through in pressure situations, she would be a great addition for Surrey. Her domestic performances opened the door to a professional contract in 2020, becoming one of the first 24 female cricketers in England to sign a domestic contract.
Tilly Corteen-Coleman
The promising 17-year-old slow left-arm orthodox bowler made a name for herself with standout performances in the latest edition of the U-19 World Cup. She was particularly impressive against New Zealand, registering figures of 4/8, and against Pakistan, where she delivered a remarkable 2/2. Currently playing for Southern Brave in The Hundred, she has taken 6 wickets in 8 innings, maintaining an economy of 8.26. With her ability to strike at crucial moments and build pressure, Corteen-Coleman is a young talent with immense potential in the spin department.
Pitch:
The Tolerance Oval in Abu Dhabi, is richly recognized for its high-scoring reputation, with a first innings average of 155 and a 2nd innings average of 263. The bowlers must be consistent in their line and lengths, or else the batters can easily hit the ball to all corners of the stadium.
Weather:
There are negligible chances of rain playing spoilsport in Abu Dhabi. The temperature is expected to be around 27 degrees Celsius, with winds blowing at 18 km/hr and humidity at 59%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sarah Bryce, Sophia Dunkley, Tammy Beaumont, Alice Davidson-Richards, Georgia Elwiss, Kathryn Bryce, Kalea Moore, Priyanaz Chatterji, Grace Ballinger, Tash Farrant, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Danielle Gregory
Match details:
Date – March 28, 2025
Time – 8:00 PM IST
Venue – Tolerance Oval
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website in India.
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