The England team will begin its campaign in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025whose start is scheduled for January 18 in Malaysia. As excitement builds, cricket fans are eager to see how England’s young stars will fare in the tournament. After finishing as runners-up in the inaugural ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2023, where they lost to India by seven wickets, England are determined to go one step further this time.
Malaysia will host a historic event
Malaysia is making history by hosting its first major cricket event since the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2008. This edition of the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup will feature 16 teams divided into four groups for the group stage. Over 16 days, the teams will face off in 41 matches, promising a cricket feast for fans around the world.
England have been included in Group B, competing against Ireland, Pakistanand the USA. The group promises exciting competitions as teams bring their unique styles to the courts of Malaysia. With Chris Guest as head coach and former England international Beth Morgan As an assistant coach, England’s preparations have been meticulous. The team will have to adapt to the Malaysian conditions while maintaining its competitive advantage.
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5 England players to keep in mind at the 2025 U19 T20 Women’s World Cup
1. Abi Norgrove: Captain Fantastic.
Abi Norgrovethe Hampshire prodigy, leads the team as captain. A right-handed batsman and right-arm bowler, Norgrove’s all-round skills and tactical acumen make her a vital figure in the team. In 28 T20 matches, he scored 487 runs, including three half-centuries, and took 12 wickets. His leadership on and off the field will be instrumental in guiding England through the tournament.
2. Jemima Spence: the goalkeeper with lightning reflexes
Jemima Spencea batsman from Kent, she is known for her exceptional reflexes behind the stumps. As a reliable middle-order batsman, she can finish games with a solid strike rate. Spence’s ability to combine wicket-keeping brilliance with consistent batting makes her a crucial asset for England.
3. Davina Perrin: the aggressive hitter
Warwickshire Davina Perrin He is a dynamic right-handed batsman who brings style and aggression to the England batting line-up. Known for her fearless approach, she has played 38 T20 matches, scoring 646 runs in three half-centuries. Perrin’s ability to take on bowlers and her experience at the inaugural ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2023 will be invaluable.
4. Amurutha Surenkumar: the all-round sensation
Another Warwickshire talent, Amurutha SurenkumarHe is a promising batting all-rounder. A right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pace bowler, she has impressed in her short career, scoring 196 runs and taking three wickets in 11 T20 matches. Surenkumar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball adds depth to the England lineup.
5. Katie Jones: The finisher behind the stumps
katie jones He is a right-handed batsman and an exceptional wicketkeeper. Known for her thunderous reflexes, Jones has played 17 T20 matches and scored 178 runs. Her potential as a finisher, combined with her ground-keeping skills, makes her a player to watch in this tournament.
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