The England team is set to kick off their campaign in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, scheduled to begin on January 18 in Malaysia. With the excitement building, 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 is determined to go one step further this time.
Malaysia to 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 Women’s U19 T20 World Cup will feature 16 teams divided into four groups for the group stage. Over 16 days, the teams will battle it out in 41 matches, promising a feast of cricket for fans around the globe.
England has been drawn into Group B, competing against Ireland, Pakistan, and the USA. The group promises thrilling contests as teams bring their unique styles to the Malaysian pitches. With Chris Guest as head coach and former England international Beth Morgan as assistant coach, England’s preparations have been meticulous. The team will need to adapt to Malaysia’s conditions while maintaining their competitive edge.
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5 England players to watch out for in the U19 T20 Women’s World Cup 2025
1. Abi Norgrove- The captain fantastic
Abi Norgrove, the Hampshire prodigy, leads the team as captain. A right-handed batter and a right-arm off-break bowler, Norgrove’s all-round skills and tactical acumen make her a pivotal figure in the squad. In 28 T20 matches, she has scored 487 runs, including three half-centuries, and taken 12 wickets. Her leadership on and off the field will be instrumental in guiding England through the tournament.
2. Jemima Spence- The keeper with lightning reflexes
Jemima Spence, a wicketkeeper-batter from Kent, is known for her exceptional reflexes behind the stumps. A dependable middle-order batter, 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 batter
Warwickshire’s Davina Perrin is a dynamic right-handed batter who brings flair and aggression to England’s batting lineup. Known for her fearless approach, she has played 38 T20 matches, scoring 646 runs with three half-centuries. Perrin’s ability to take on bowlers and her experience in the inaugural ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2023 will be invaluable.
4. Amuruthaa Surenkumar- The all-round sensation
Another Warwickshire talent, Amuruthaa Surenkumar, is a promising batting all-rounder. A right-handed batter and a right-arm medium-fast 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 England’s lineup.
5. Katie Jones- The finisher behind the stumps
Katie Jones is a right-handed batter and an exceptional wicketkeeper. Known for her thunderous reflexes, Jones has played 17 T20 matches, scoring 178 runs. Her potential as a finisher, combined with her wicket-keeping prowess, makes her a player to watch in this tournament.
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