England announces women’s team for upcoming women’s cricket series against Ireland: The England women’s cricket team is set to play an exciting series against Ireland in September 2024. This white-ball series will include three-match ODI and two-match T20 series, which will start from September 7.
England will be captained by Kate Cross in this series, who will replace regular captain Heather Knight. Many senior players including Heather Knight have been rested in this series, giving new players a chance.
Many new faces will be seen in the England team this time. Hannah Baker, Georgia Davis, Charis Pavli, Rena MacDonald-Guy, Paige Scholefield, Georgia Adams and Seren Smale, all these players are going to start their senior international career.
Apart from this, Mady Villiers is also making a comeback in this team, who will play her first international match after 2021. Mahika Gaur, who was out of the home series against New Zealand due to side strain, will also be a part of the team this time.
Former English international player John Lewis will be the head coach for this series. Courtney Winfield-Hill and Chris Liddle will guide the team as assistant coaches.
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This series is a big opportunity for new players, where they can impress the selectors and spectators with their game. Spectators hope that this series will be exciting and England’s young team will perform well.
Speaking after the squads were announced, Director of England Women’s Cricket Jonathan Finch said: “Following a busy period we are looking forward to finishing off our summer with the tour to Ireland.
“The squad has an exciting mix of experienced international players, those that are returning to a squad having played previously and those yet to take their first steps on the international stage. This is a strong squad made up of many players that have grown from being part of a strengthening domestic game.
“Ireland Women are coming off the back of a significant series win against Sri Lanka and this, mixed with playing away from home, will pose a significant challenge.“It’s always a special moment to see players make their debut and seven could do so on this tour.”
England women’s Squads against Ireland
England (W) ODI squad: Kate Cross (captain), Hollie Armitage, Hannah Baker, Tammy Beaumont, Georgia Davis, Lauren Filer, Bess Heath, Freya Kemp, Emma Lamb, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Paige Scholfield, Bryony Smith, Mady Villiers, Issy Wong.
England (W) T20I squad: Kate Cross (captain), Georgia Adams, Hollie Armitage, Hannah Baker, Tammy Beaumont, Mahika Gaur, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Charis Pavely, Paige Scholfield, Seren Smale, Bryony Smith, Mady Villiers, Issy Wong.
Source: ICC
