Cricket Australia officially announced Women’s One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) Squads for the much awaited Women’s Ashes series scheduled to start in January 2025. The series will conclude with a one-off Test match on 2 February 2025 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Staff management and key players
Alyssa Healy He will continue to captain the Australian side in both formats, despite a recent knee problem that could see him step back from wicketkeeping duties. Tahlia McGrath is promoted to vice-captain, showing confidence in the team’s leadership skills. The squad includes key players such as Darcie Brown, Ahleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schuttand Annabel Sutherland. These players are expected to play an important role with their versatile skills contributing both with bat and ball.
Emerging and returning talent
An interesting addition for both teams Georgia is completeespecially his recent performances in the debut series against India earned him a spot. Grace Harris will only feature in the T20I squad and will bring aggressive batting ability. Alan King will join the ODIs, adding depth to the spin department.
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Sophie Molineux runs
However, the announcement comes with the shadow of injuries. Sophie MolineuxKnown for his all-round capabilities, he will miss the series due to a knee injury that requires surgery. This is a serious loss for Australia. Healy’s knee problem could also limit his role, with Mooney potentially starting as wicketkeeper for the ODIs.
Series schedule:
The Women’s Ashes 2025 will feature three ODIs and three T20Is, with venues spread across Australia:
- ODI Matches: January 11 North Sydney Oval, Sydney; 13 January Junction Oval, Melbourne; January 16, Bellerive Oval, Hobart.
- T20I Matches: January 20 at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney; January 23 Manuka Oval, Canberra; 25 January, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.
Australia squad for Women’s Ashes 2025 (ODI/T20Is).
Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ahleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris (T20 only), Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll Wareham
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