5 Australian players to watch in ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025

the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 is set to be an exciting showcase of emerging cricket talent, taking place in Malaysia from January 18 to February 2, 2025. This tournament marks Malaysia’s first major cricket event since hosting the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2008. Sixteen teams will compete in a total of 41 matches in 16 days, divided into four groups for the initial stage. With defending champions India looking to retain their title, the competition promises to deliver exciting cricket as young players vie for glory on the international stage.

Australia’s group and schedule of the competition

Australia are placed in Group D together Bangladesh, Scotlandand Nepal. All group stage matches will be held at the UKM YSD Oval in Kuala Lumpur. Australia’s schedule includes their opening match against Scotland on January 18, followed by a match against Bangladesh on January 20. They will conclude the group stage with a match against Nepal on January 22. The top teams from in each group will advance to the Super Six stage, continuing their pursuit of the championship title.

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5 Australian players to watch in U19 T20 Women’s World Cup 2025

Caoimhe Bray

Caoimhe Bray is a standout player who has made waves in Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL). At just 15 years old, his impressive performance showed his potential as an all-rounder. Known for his aggressive batting style and sharp bowling skills, Bray is expected to be a key player for Australia, who can swing matches in their favour.

Amy Hunter

As a captain of his state team and a new talent in Australian cricket, Amy Hunter brings leadership and experience to the squad. His ability to anchor the innings while also playing aggressive strokes makes him a valuable asset in the middle order. Hunter’s tactical prowess will be crucial as Australia navigate through tough group matches.

Lucy Hamilton

Lucy Hamilton known for his exceptional bowling ability, especially in T20 formats. With his ability to take wickets at crucial moments, he can disrupt the opposition’s batting lineup. Hamilton’s performance will be critical in keeping the pressure on opposing teams during the tournament.

Juliette Morton

A promising wicketkeeper-batter, Juliette Morton showed great skill behind the stumps and with the bat. His quick reflexes and sharp decision-making make him a formidable presence in both roles. Morton’s contributions can influence close matches, especially when chasing targets or defending totals.

Grace Lyons

Grace Lyons is another exciting talent who is getting attention for all his abilities. As a dynamic fielder and capable batter, he can change the course of a game with bat and glove behind the stumps. Lyons’ versatility allows him to adapt to different match situations, making him a valuable part of Australia’s strategy.

The ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 promises to be an exciting event full of young talent and competitive spirit. With Australia having a strong squad, fans can expect exciting performances as these athletes look to make their mark in international cricket.

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket season company.