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New Zealand name squad for white-ball series against SL Women

Tuesday, 25-Feb-2025, 05:09 AM
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New Zealand have named their squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand have included three uncapped players in their squad in Emma McLeod batter Izzy Sharp and left-arm seamer Bree Illing. 

Georgia Plimmer, who has been on the sidelines since November, has also returned to the side after recuperating from a bone stress reaction in her hip. 

New Zealand have also added Hayley Jensen in the squad, who has come to the national side after two years. Meanwhile, Amelia Kerr will miss the series due to her involvement in the ongoing Women’s Premier League in India. Suzie Bates is set to lead the side in the absence of Sophie Devine, who is on a break. 

“Emma, Bree and Izzy have been identified by Major Association and NZC coaches as players who have the desired competencies and skillsets to be effective in international cricket,” said NZ Women head coach Ben Sawyer. 

“Emma’s been in good form in the HBJ Shield and her ability to hit through the off-side and run well between the wickets is really valuable. Izzy impressed us with how she attacks spin, which is something that will come in handy this series.”

“The way Bree attacks the stumps and swings the ball back into the right-hander is really important in the international game.” 

The head coach also stressed on the importance of the series ahead of the Women’s Cricket World Cup, which will be played in India.

“Sri Lanka’s a tough opposition with a number of world-class spinners. Facing their spin unit is always a challenge but it will be great prep for us ahead of the World Cup.”

“We will try different combinations this series, and I’m looking forward to seeing players adapt to different roles. It’s an opportunity to test batters in different positions, and try different bowlers opening up and at the death.”

New Zealand Women ODI and T20I squads: Suzie Bates (c), Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing (ODIs only), Polly Inglis (ODIs only), Bella James, Hayley Jensen, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair (T20Is only), Emma McLeod, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe (ODIs only), Izzy Sharp (T20Is only)

 

 

 

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