The third and final T20 clash between hosts Australia A and England A is set to unfold at Hurstville Oval in Sydney on March 30, 2025, starting at 7:30 AM IST. England A took the lead in the series with a hard-fought win in the opening encounter, while the second match was washed out. As Australia A aims to level the series, England A will be determined to seal a commanding 2-0 victory.
In the first T20, England A successfully chased down 118 with three wickets in hand, thanks to a composed 36 from Paige Scholfield and a steady 35 by Grace Scrivens. Earlier, Australia A was restricted to 117/6, largely due to an outstanding spell by Mahika Gaur, who registered figures of 2/10.
Squads:
Australia A Women –
Courtney Webb, Anika Learoyd, Tahlia Wilson, Rhys McKenna, Madeline Penna, Heather Graham, Tess Flintoff, Sianna Ginger, Amy Smith, Amy Edgar, Lauren Cheatle, Charli Knott, Hannah Darlington, Sophie Day
England A Women –
Grace Scrivens, Paige Scholfield, Bess Heath, Seren Smale, Mady Villiers, Emma Jones, Freya Kemp, Georgia Davis, Mahika Gaur, Ryana Macdonald-Gay, Issy Wong, Bryony Smith, Hollie Armitage, Jodi Grewcock, Alexa Stonehouse, Charis Pavely, Grace Potts
Players to watch out:
Charli Knott –
A promising all-rounder, the 22-year-old has been a key player for Brisbane Heat in the WBBL. Across 59 matches, she has demonstrated her batting prowess with 654 runs, including the best score of 55. Her ability to contribute with the ball is equally impressive, having taken 26 wickets, with best figures of 3/19.
Hannah Darlington –
A dynamic fast-bowling all-rounder, the 23-year-old has been a mainstay for Sydney Thunder in the WBBL. With 92 wickets in 73 matches, including a career-best 5/10, she is a genuine wicket-taker. Additionally, her batting skills add depth to the lineup, as she has scored 275 WBBL runs with the highest score of 40*.
Paige Scholfield –
An experienced campaigner, the 29-year-old has made a significant impact in The Hundred while representing Oval Invincibles. She has played 16 matches, scoring 268 runs with the highest score of 71. Her versatility extends to bowling, where she has taken 8 wickets, with best figures of 3/30.
Georgia Davis –
A skilled right-arm off-spinner, the 25-year-old has been an essential part of teams like Trent Rockets and Welsh Fire in The Hundred. With 14 wickets in 18 matches and best figures of 3/33, Davis has proven to be an effective bowler in the middle overs.
Pitch:
The Hurstville Oval pitch offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can expect some movement off the surface, while batters who settle in can capitalize on the quick outfield. The average score here is around 141, but a well-constructed innings can push the total beyond 160.
Weather:
The conditions are expected to be mostly cloudy, with light rain on the horizon. The temperature will hover between 19°C and 23°C, with strong winds reaching speeds of 39 kph and humidity levels around 87%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Tahlia Wilson, Hollie Armitage, Grace Scrivens, Courtney Webb, Heather Graham, Charli Knott, Mady Villiers, Tess Flintoff, Lauren Cheatle, Georgia Davis, Hannah Darlington
Match details:
Date – March 30, 2025
Time – 07:30 AM IST
Venue – Hurstville Oval, Sydney
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