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Women’s Metro Bank One Day Cup 2025: Key Details and Team Overview

The inaugural women’s Metro Bank One Day Cup is set to kick off on April 19, 2025. This tournament will feature eight counties from Tier One competing for the title, while an additional ten counties will participate in League 2, creating an exciting atmosphere for cricket enthusiasts.

Top Tier Teams: Durham, Essex, Hampshire Hawks, Lancashire Thunder, Somerset, Surrey, The Blaze (Nottinghamshire), Warwickshire

League Two Teams: Derbyshire Falcons, Glamorgan, Gloucestershire, Kent, Leicestershire Foxes, Middlesex, Northamptonshire Steelbacks, Sussex Sharks, Worcestershire Rapids, Yorkshire

Team Analysis

Durham

Under the leadership of captain Hollie Armitage, Durham boasts a versatile all-rounder known for her batting prowess. At the age of 27, she’s set to lead the England A Women team in an upcoming tour to Australia and is eager to establish herself as a regular selection for the national squad.

Another noteworthy talent is Phoebe Turner, a promising 21-year-old all-rounder making waves with the Northern Diamonds. With the addition of New Zealand captain Suzie Bates to the roster and England pacer Lauren Filer, Durham has a well-rounded squad prepared for competition.

Squad: Hollie Armitage (captain), Suzie Bates, Leah Dobson, Lauren Filer, Katherine Fraser, Abi Glen, Bess Heath, Trudy Johnson, Katie Levick, Emma Marlow, Mia Rogers, Lizzie Scott, Phoebe Turner, Sophia Turner, Mady Villiers, Emily Windsor.

Essex

With a majority of its squad from last year’s successful Sunrisers team, Essex enters this season brimming with optimism. The team is spearheaded by 21-year-old Grace Scrivens, who guided the Under-19 England team to the World Cup final recently.

Sophia Smale, stepping into the shoes of Mady Villiers, has shown promise through her performances in both U19 and The Hundred leagues. A solid bowling lineup complements the squad, featuring seasoned players like Sophie Munro and leg-spinners Jodi Grewcock and Abtaha Maqsood.

Squad: Grace Scrivens (captain), Maddie Blinkhorn-Jones, Amara Carr, Kelly Castle, Kate Coppack, Ariana Dowse, Jo Gardner, Eva Gray, Jodi Grewcock, Cordelia Griffith, Esmae MacGregor, Lissy Macleod, Abta Maqsood, Flo Miller, Sophie Munro, Sophia Smale.

Hampshire

Following the leadership of former coach Charlotte Edwards, who successfully nurtured several players, Hampshire is embarking on a new chapter under the guidance of Paul Prichard. With cricketing superstar Ellyse Perry joining as a key player, they aim to capitalize on her extensive experience to bolster their performance.

Perry, renowned as the world’s top-ranked all-rounder, brings a wealth of accolades and experience to the team. She is scheduled to make her debut for Hampshire Hawks against The Blaze on July 4, before taking the field again against Somerset shortly after.

Squad: Georgia Adams (captain), Charli Knott, Ellyse Perry, Maia Bouchier, Lauren Bell, Freya Kemp, Nancy Harman, Linsey Smith, Rhianna Southby, Ella McCaughan, Mary Taylor, Freya Davies, Bex Tyson, Naomi Dattani, Megan Sturge, Ava Lee, Abi Norgrove, Daisy Mullan, Poppy Tulloch (rookie), Daisy Gibb (rookie).

Lancashire

Lancashire has historically struggled to progress beyond the group stages in their regional competitions. This year, they aim to break that barrier with a squad that includes England’s experienced seamer Kate Cross and star spinner Sophie Ecclestone, known for her outstanding ODI record.

The addition of Australian leg-spinner Alana King, fresh off a successful Women’s Ashes campaign, adds depth and skill to the bowling attack. Captain Ellie Threlkeld will be looking to guide her team to a more successful season.

Squad: Ellie Threlkeld (captain), Olivia Bell, Alice Clarke, Danielle Collins, Kate Cross, Sophie Ecclestone, Mahika Gaur, Phoebe Graham, Liberty Heap, Hannah Jones, Alana King, Emma Lamb, Ailsa Lister, Katie Mack, Fi Morris, Sophie Morris, Tara Norris, Hannah Rainey, Seren Smale.

Somerset

Somerset’s roster includes high-profile players such as Heather Knight and Charlie Dean; however, the absence of these star players due to national duties could impact their overall performance in the league. They will rely heavily on Australian leg-spinner Amanda-Jade Wellington, whose wicket-taking ability and batting depth will be pivotal.

Squad: Heather Knight, Emma Corney, Sophie Luff, Fran Wilson, Rebecca Odgers, Charlie Dean, Dani Gibson, Alex Griffiths, Niamh Holland, Amelie Munday, Erin Vukusic, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Olivia Barnes, Katie Jones, Jess Hazell, Laura Jackson, Lola Harris, Chloe Skelton, Mollie Robbins, Ellie Anderson.

Surrey

Surrey boasts a talented lineup featuring players like Sophia Dunkley, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, and Alice Capsey, forming a robust batting foundation. Captained by Bryony Smith, Surrey is eager to secure their first trophy after narrowly missing out in previous campaigns.

Emerging talent Tilly Corteen-Coleman, who made history as the youngest player in The Hundred, adds youthful energy to the squad.

Squad: Bryony Smith (captain), Alice Capsey, Kira Chathli, Priyanaz Chatterji, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Aylish Cranstone, Alice Davidson-Richards, Sophia Dunkley, Tash Farrant, Phoebe Franklin, Danielle Gregory, Charlotte Lambert, Emma Jones, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Bethan Miles, Alice Monaghan, Kalea Moore, Paige Scholfield, Jemima Spence, Alexa Stonehouse, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.

The Blaze

Fresh off winning the Charlotte Edwards Cup in 2024, The Blaze are determined to maintain their competitive edge under new captain Craig Cumming. The team incorporates key England players such as Sarah Glenn and Nat Sciver-Brunt, with the addition of wicketkeeper Amy Jones boosting their lineup.

After missing out on knockout qualification in the previous season, they are set on making significant strides this year.

Squad: Kirstie Gordon (captain), Grace Ballinger, Sarah Glenn, Georgie Boyce, Josie Groves, Cassidy McCarthy, Lucy Higham, Sarah Bryce, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Tammy Beaumont, Kathryn Bryce, Prisha Thanawala, Charley Phillips, Marie Kelly, Michaela Kirk, Ella Claridge, Georgia Elwiss, Amy Jones, Olivia Baker, Amy Wheeler, Scarlett Hughes, Heather Graham, Orla Prendergast.

Warwickshire

With their women’s team fully integrated into the county structure, Warwickshire is entering an exciting phase under captain Georgia Davis and head coach Ali Maiden. Both will be tasked with not only building team cohesion but also achieving competitive results from the start.

Squad: Georgia Davis (Captain), Meg Austin, Em Arlott, Chloe Brewer, Hannah Baker, Bethan Ellis, Abbey Freeborn, Katie George, Hannah Hardwick, Charis Pavely, Davina Perrin, Amu Surenkumar, Millie Taylor, Issy Wong, Nat Wraith.

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