australian cricket has been officially announced Women’s One-Day Internationals (ODI) and Twenty Twenty International (T20I) The much-anticipated Women’s Ashes series will begin in January 2025. The series will culminate with a one-off Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on February 2, 2025.

Team leaders and key players

Alyssa Healy She will continue to captain Australia in both formats, although a recent knee issue may sideline her from wicketkeeping duties. Thalia McGrath The promotion to vice-captain demonstrates the team’s confidence in her leadership abilities. The team includes key players such as Darcy Brown, Ashley Gardner, Kim Garth, Beth Mooney, Elise Perry, Megan Shuteand Annabelle Sutherland. These players are expected to contribute and play important roles with both bat and ball due to their versatility.

Emerging and returning talent

An exciting addition to both teams is Georgia completeHer recent performances, especially in the opening series against India, have earned her a place in the side. Grace Harris will only feature in the T20I squad, bringing her aggressive batting talents while Alana King ODIs will be added to add depth to the spin department.

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Sophie Molyneux missed out

However, the announcement of this news was accompanied by the shadow of injuries. Sophie MolyneuxKnown for her all-round ability, she will miss the series with a knee injury that requires surgery. This is a significant loss for Australia. Healy’s knee problem may also limit her role, with Mooney likely to be the wicket-keeper in the ODIs.

Series schedule:

The 2025 Women’s Ashes will feature 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is at venues across Australia:

• ODI matches: January 11 at North Sydney Oval, Sydney; January 13 at Junction Oval, Melbourne; January 16 at Bellerive Oval, Hobart.
• T20I matches: January 20 at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney; January 23 at Manuka Oval, Canberra; January 25 at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

Women’s Ashes Australia 2025 (ODI/T20Is)

Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris (T20 only), Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham

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