The Australian women’s Under-19 cricket team is gearing up for an exciting journey to Sri Lanka, showcasing a diverse squad that includes talents like Hasrat Gill and Samara Dulvin of Indian descent. The team is set to participate in a tri-nation tournament, embarking on a series of matches that promises to be a crucible for talent and teamwork.
The 15-member squad, freshly announced after rigorous selection processes at the Lanning vs Perry Series and the Under-19 National Championships, is brimming with potential and readiness for the international challenge. The series in Sri Lanka comprises four Twenty20 (T20) matches, with the first game on the calendar for March 28, followed by two One-Day Internationals (ODIs) in April. This tour serves as a preparatory ground for the 2025 ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia, aiming to equip the young cricketers with necessary international experience and exposure.
Sonya Thompson, the Head of National Development at Cricket Australia, expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity this series presents for the squad’s growth and development. “The tri-series in Sri Lanka gives our under-19 squad a great development opportunity as part of our preparation for the T20 World Cup next year,” she remarked. Emphasizing the importance of the upcoming matches, Thompson highlighted the dual benefits of the series – not only will it help in honing the skills required for the T20 format but it will also provide valuable lessons in the longer 50-over format.
The tour is seen as more than a competition; it is an avenue for nurturing leadership qualities among the young talents. With the World Cup on the horizon, these matches are pivotal in shaping the players’ abilities to handle pressure, strategise, and lead on the international stage.
The squad features a mix of experienced and emerging players from various Australian states, each bringing a unique skill set to the team. Representing Victoria, Hasrat Gill and Samara Dulvin are notable for their cricketing prowess and are expected to make significant contributions during the tour.
As the team departs for Sri Lanka, the anticipation and excitement are palpable, not just for the players and coaches but also for the fans back home. The Australian U19 women’s squad is on a quest to showcase their skills, adapt to the international cricketing environment, and lay down a marker for the future. This tour is a step towards realizing their dreams of World Cup glory, and every match played is a step closer to becoming seasoned ambassadors of Australian cricket on the global stage.
Australian U19 Women’s Squad:
1. Amy Hunter (ACT / Atherton Cricket Club)
2. Amy Smith (TAS / New Town Cricket Club)
3. Bonnie Berry (QLD / Emerald Brothers Cricket Club)
4. Eleanor Larosa (SA / Glenelg District Cricket Club)
5. Grace Lyons (ACT / Weston Creek Molonglo Cricket Club)
6. Hasrat Gill (VIC / Melbourne Cricket Club)
7. Ines McKeon (WA / Midland Guildford Cricket Club)
8. Juliette Morton (NSW / St George Sutherland Cricket Club)
9. Kate Pelle (NSW / Parramatta Cricket Club)
10. Lucy Finn (NSW / St George Sutherland Cricket Club)
11. Lucy Hamilton (QLD / Sunshine Coast Cricket Club)
12. Maggie Clark (SA / West Torrens District Cricket Club)
13. Samara Dulvin (VIC / Ringwood Cricket Club)
14. Sienna Eve (NSW / Newcastle Cricket Club)
15. Tegan Williamson (WA / Wanneroo District Cricket Club)
Coach: Kristen Beams
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