Australia recently named their upcoming team U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025, what needs to be done Malaysia from January 18 to February 2. The team combines youthful energy with vast experience in domestic cricket, aiming for their first title in the tournament after the fall. we are almost at the end of the first edition in South Africa in 2023. With a good mix of experienced players and promising new players, Australia is set to face serious challenges in the tournament.
Australian captain for U-19 T20 World Cup 2025
Now before the second edition, the seam-bowling all-rounder Lucy Hamilton has been chosen as the captain of the team and will lead the Australian team in the tournament.
Lucy will be playing in the U-19 World Cup for the second time in a row after being selected as a 16-year-old in 2023 in South Africa. Hamilton made his maiden Women's National Cricket League (WNCL) debut for the Queensland Fire in 2022 aged just 15, becoming the first second-youngest player in the state, before also appearing in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) aged 16. The left-arm pace-bowler made a splash last year when he became the youngest in WBBL history to take five wickets. He took 5/8 in four games while playing Brisbane heat against Melbourne Stars at Drummoyne Oval.
Lucy expressed her deep respect for being chosen as Australia's captain for the Under-19 World Cup, thanking her team for their strong leadership support. He emphasized the excitement of playing in the final youth tournament and the team's determination to take advantage of it.
“It's a great honor to be chosen as Australia's captain for the Under-19 World Cup, and I'm very grateful for the opportunity to lead our team. We're lucky to have strong leaders in our team, and I know I have amazing support around me. I'm excited to play again.” in Australia. The World Cup is the biggest festival for young people, and as a team, we are excited to embrace the opportunity that lies ahead of us,” Lucy was quoted by Cricket.com.au.
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The vice-captain is a rising star
Meanwhile, leg brace Gill's passion will be the vice-captain of the 16-team tournament. Gill, born in Amritsar, is one of Australia's most promising youngsters. He has previously represented Australia at age group level, and on October 13, 2024, he made his first ever appearance for Melbourne Stars in the T20 Spring Challenge against Sydney Thunder. In this match, Hasrat scored three impressive goals. Gill, now, has been named the vice-captain of the team and his leg-spinner will be crucial for Australia to win. Known for his athletic prowess, Hasrat is expected to play a key role in the team's approach to the game.
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This article was originally published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.