Match number 10 of the Women’s Pentangular Series 2025 will feature Hong Kong up against Mongolia on the 6th of June 2025 at 11:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). Hong Kong had a muddled start; with two matches being abandoned and one win against Japan, while Mongolia is yet to register a win, losing to China after their campaign opener was washed out.
Hong Kong defeated Mongolia by 180 runs in the Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition in 2023. Hong Kong have played 92 matches, winning 51 and losing 38. While the emerging Mongolia, have played 17 matches, losing all their matches so far.
Squads:
Hong Kong Women’s Cricket Team
Hiu Ying Cheung, Yasmin Daswani, Natasha Miles, Zara Haider, Dorothea Chan, Kary Chan, Emma Lai, Maryam Bibi, Alsion Siu, Betty Chan, Maira Balocch, Alishba Kanwal, Mahekdeep Kaur, Shanzeen Shahzad, Mariko Hill, Ruchitha Venkatesh, Iqra Sahar
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
Players to watch out:
Kary Chan
Kary has been a cornerstone of the Hong Kong team. She currently is the second leading run scorer of the series and most recently won the player of the match against Japan, for her brilliant knock of 36 and bowling returns of 2/13. Through playing 84 WT20Is, she has picked up 109 wickets with best bowling spell of 5/4, and amassed 1337 runs with highest score of 87.
Natasha Miles
She has been a vital part of the team’s batting lineup. Her recent knock of 34 runs against Japan, propelled Hong Kong to victory. The all-rounder has amassed 1169 runs featuring in 61 WT20Is, with the highest score of 86. Her experience and consistent performances have been crucial, particularly in tournaments like the 2022 East Asia Cup, where she was the leading run-scorer with 149 runs.
Uugansuvd Bayarjavkhlan
A consistent bowler for the Philippines side. She has been featured in 10 WT20Is, accumulating 32 runs and picking up 5 wickets. In a recent game against China, she picked up a wicket conceding 8 runs, showcasing her ability to hit the perfect line and length. Her best bowling spell of 2/22 came against Myanmar women in 2024 Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series (in China).
Odzaya Erdenebaatar
Odzaya Erdenebaatar continues to emerge as Mongolia’s key all-rounder. In 16 WT20Is, she has scored 74 runs and bagged 13 wickets, showcasing her dual abilities. Her best bowling performance of 3/21 came in the East Asia Cup 2024, against China, although Mongolia fell short in that game. Most recently, she returned with a tidy 1/5 against the same opponents, once again standing out despite the team’s loss.
Pitch:
The Sano pitch remains one of the more balanced tracks in the region. While seamers can find some swing upfront, the dryness of the surface assists spinners during the middle overs. With its consistent bounce, batters have the chance to build momentum if they apply themselves.
Weather:
Expect bright, mostly clear skies with the temperatures to hover around 26°C and moderate humidity around 55%. The match should proceed uninterrupted, with no threat of rain and comfortable conditions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kary Chan, Natasha Miles, Uugansuvd Bayarjavkhlan, Odzaya Erdenebaatar, Mariko Hill, Shanzeen Shahzad, Tsendsuren Ariuntsetseg, Yasmin Daswani, Batjargal Ichinkhorloo, Ganbold Urjindulam, Betty Chan
Match details:
Date – June 7, 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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