The Women’s One Day Cup 2025 is set for another thrilling contest between the Warwickshire Women and Somerset Women. Match no. 20 will feature the number three positioned side on the points table take on the number two team on the table. The match is scheduled to be played on 7th of May 2025 at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, starting at 3:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Both teams look strong and competitive going into the contest with sitting in the top four positions of the points table. If we look at Warwickshire’s last four outings they have won two games, lost one and another game resulting in a draw. Whereas on the other hand, Somerset have won three of their last four games having lost one to Lancashire. The game between both these sides will be a tough one as it might also be the decider as to who stays in the top two position on the chart.
Squads:
Somerset Women
Emma Corney, Fran Wilson, Heather Knight, Rebecca Odgers, Sophie Luff, Alex Griffiths, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Danielle Gibson, Erin Vukusic, Niamh Holland, Amelie Munday, Jess Hazell, Katie Jones, Charlie Dean, Chloe Skelton, Ellie Anderson, Laura Jackson, Lola Harris, Mollie Robbins, Olivia Barnes
Warwickshire Women
Chloe Brewer, Davina Perrin, Meg Austin, Sterre Kalis, Amuruthaa Surenkumar, Bethan Ellis, Charis Pavely, Katie George, Abbey Freeborn, Natasha Wraith, Emily Arlott, Georgia Davis, Hannah Baker, Hannah Hardwick, Issy Wong, Millie Taylor
Players to watch out:
Heather Knight
One of England’s finest batters and handy with off-spin, Heather Knight is a key prospect for whichever team she is a part of. Knight is an ODI giant with 149 ODI games under her belt while scoring more than 4000 plus runs and with an average of 35.10 scoring 26 half centuries and 2 tons. Heather can also be handy with the ball whenever required. Knight has 56 wickets under her name in just 59 innings while picking a fifer as well. Knight has scored 180 runs while picking 4 wickets in her previous 5 outings.
Charlie Dean
The English all-rounder Charlie Dean is an absolute performer with the bat and ball whether it be for England or Somerset. Charlie has been a standout in this tournament so far with amazing bowling and batting figures. Dean has scored 359 runs in 25 innings while scoring 28 half centuries in the ODI format. Dean not only impresses with the bat but has exceptional bowling figures with picking 71 wickets in just 39 innings with a fifer to her name. Dean has scored a total of 119 runs whilst picking 5 wickets in her previous 5 outings.
Emily Arlott
This 27-year-old for Warwickshire has been very impressive with the bat and ball, combining a complete all-round performance for Warwickshire. Arlott has picked a total of 7 wickets and scored 160 runs in her last five games while scoring a ton against Essex Women. She has registered her highest score of 130 with the bat. Arlott holds the key in providing subtle breakthroughs whenever required. Her wicket taking ability has been very crucial for Warwickshire.
Issy Wong
This 23-year-old right-arm fast medium bowler is someone to watch out for alongside Arlott. Both these bowlers are key in holding and putting brakes on the opposition batters. Wong has been an integral part of the Warwickshire setup and contributes both with the bat and ball. Wong has scored a total of 61 runs in her previous few outings in the tournament which has helped Warwickshire finish well and post a respectable total on the board. On the other hand, Wong’s impressive bowling gives her immense confidence to do well for the side by picking 7 wickets in her previous five outings in the ODI format.
Pitch:
Edgbaston Cricket Ground is known for its hard and bouncy surface, which generally favors fast bowlers due to consistent bounce and pace. The pitch can vary, but it typically provides a good balance for both batters and bowlers.
Weather:
The radar is clear, with no rain interruptions and delays throughout the match. The temperature is forecasted to hover around 17°C. Average humidity would be around 43% gradually decreasing as the match progresses.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Heather Knight, Rebecca Odgers, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Charlie Dean, Ellie Anderson, Chloe Brewer, Davina Perrin, Abbey Freeborn, Emily Arlott, Issy Wong, Natasha Wraith
Match details:
Date – May 7, 2025
Time – 3:30 PM IST
Venue – Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
