The 2025 Women’s T20 Pentangular Series continues in Japan with Match 8 featuring Mongolia against Philippines. The former are seeking their first victory in this tournament, having faced defeats in all their matches so far. Their most recent loss was against China, where they were restricted to 32. On the other side, the Philippines will also be seeking a breakthrough in this tournament after losing to China.
The Mongolia women’s cricket team is relatively new to the international scene, having played their first WT20I in September 2023. Since then, they have participated in 17 matches but are yet to secure a win. The Philippines women’s cricket team made their WT20I debut in December 2019. They have played 23 matches, with 2 wins and 20 losses. The team is working on building experience and improving their performance on the international stage.
Squads:
Mongolia Women’s Cricket Team
Myagmarzaya Batnasan, Enkhbold Khaliunaa, Batjargal Ichinkhorloo, Gansuk Anujin, Ganbold Urjindulam, Javzandulam Tugsjargal, Uugansuvd Bayarjavkhlan, Battsetseg Namuunzul, Unenchsetseg Batur, Odzaya Erdenebaatar, Oyunsuvd Amarjargal, Jargalsaikhan Erdenesuvd, Bat-Amgalan Bulganchimeg, Tsendsuren Ariuntsetseg, Battsogt Narangerel, Mendbayaar Enkhzul
Philippines Women’s Cricket Team
Catherine Bagoisin, Riza Penalba, Alpha Arayan, Katie Donovan, April Saquilon, Arlyn Dacutan, Karri Keen, Jomae Masaya, Ma Luz mandia, Alex Smith, Jhon Andreano, Jona Eguid, Kyte Keen, Elyza Wall, Angela Busa, Ashley Miranda, Lolita Olagiure, Romela B Osabel, Joan Diosino-Badillo, Simranjeet Sirah, Jessica Medianesta, Reyven Castillo, Marica Taira, Amelia Valdez
Players to watch out:
Odzaya Erdenebaatar
Odzaya stands out as a key all-rounder for the Mongolia women’s cricket team. In her 15 WT20I appearances, she has added 64 runs and taken 13 wickets. Her best bowling figures of 3/21 came against China in Women’s East Asia Cup 2024, but Mongolia lost to China in that encounter. In the recent encounter she picked up 1/5 against China but stood on the losing side.
Oyunsuvd Amarjargal
Oyunsuvd made an early introduction in international cricket, highlighting her potential. In 11 WT20I innings, she has picked up 7 wickets and her best bowling figures of 2/24 came against Japan in Women’s East Asia Cup in 2024. In a recent encounter against China, she picked up a wicket conceding 4 runs for Mongolia. Oyunsuvd is poised to become a significant contributor to Mongolia’s bowling attack in the future.
Karri Gullem Keen
Karri is a promising talent in the Philippines women’s cricket team. She featured in 7 WT20Is, picking up 11 wickets and her best bowling spell came in a recent encounter against China, where Karri picked up 3 wickets conceding 11 runs for Philippines. Her inclusion in the national squad indicates her potent
Lolita Olagiure
An emerging player, Lolita has played 8 WT20Is picking 9 wickets. Lolita continues her development as a key bowler for the Philippines after a brief feature in 2024 Asia Qualifier but her inclusion in the squad suggests she brings valuable experience and skills to the team.
Pitch:
The surface at Sano International Cricket Ground is known for offering a fair contest between bat and ball. While pacers may find some early movement, it’s the spinners who often dominate the middle overs, thanks to the dry and responsive pitch. Batters, on the other hand, can capitalize on the consistent bounce and fast outfield, making timing key to scoring big.
Weather:
Conditions in Sano are shaping up perfectly for cricket. With temperatures around 29°C and humidity near 57%, players can expect a warm afternoon under mostly clear skies. Light clouds may pass through occasionally, but no rain is expected, making it a day ideal for uninterrupted action.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Catherine Bagoisin, Karri Keen, Batjargal Ichinkhorloo, Katie Donovan, Javzandulam Tugsjargal, Lolita Olagiure, Odzaya Erdenebaatar, Alpha Arayan, Oyunsuvd Amarjargal, Riza Penalba, Battsogt Narangerel
Match details:
Date – June 6, 2025
Time – 11:00 AM IST
Venue – Sano International Cricket Ground, Japan
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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