Women’s Ashes 2025: A Comprehensive Preview

The Women’s Ashes 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling fixtures in the world of women’s cricket. As Australia hosts England in this highly anticipated series from January 12 to February 2, cricket fans globally are gearing up for an exciting showdown featuring three ODIs, three T20Is, and one Test match. Here’s everything you need to know about this monumental event.

The History and Significance of the Women’s Ashes

The Women’s Ashes is not just a cricket series; it represents a storied rivalry that has captivated fans for over a decade. The series traditionally involves a point-based system where performances across different formats determine the holder of the Ashes. Australia retained the Ashes in the previous series, resulting in an equal score of 8-8 on the points table, a testament to the competitive spirit that defines this rivalry.

Schedule and Match Details

The Women’s Ashes 2025 is set to commence with the first ODI on January 12. The full schedule is as follows:

ODI Matches:
- 1st ODI: January 12 at 5:00 AM IST
- 2nd ODI: January 14 at 4:35 AM IST
- 3rd ODI: January 17 at 4:35 AM IST
T20I Matches:
- 1st T20I: January 20 at 1:45 PM IST
- 2nd T20I: January 22 at 1:45 PM IST
- 3rd T20I: January 25 at 1:45 PM IST
Test Match:
- January 30 to February 2 at 9:00 AM IST

Venues

The series will take place across six stunning venues in Australia:

Sydney
North Sydney
Melbourne
Hobart
Adelaide
Canberra

These venues will not only provide a scenic backdrop but also an exciting atmosphere as fans come out in support of their teams.

Broadcasting and Streaming Details

For cricket fans in India, the following details will help you catch all the action live:

Television: The Women’s Ashes 2025 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
Online Streaming: Fans can stream the matches on the Disney+ Hotstar application and website, making it accessible for those who prefer to watch on the go.

Team Squads

As the series draws near, both teams have finalized their squads:

Australia

ODI Squad: Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham.
T20I Squad: The same squad will represent Australia in the T20Is, under the captaincy of Alyssa Healy.
Test Squad: To be announced.

England

ODI Squad: Heather Knight (c), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
T20I Squad: Heather Knight (c), Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Bess Heath, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Linsey Smith, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
Test Squad: Heather Knight (c), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Bess Heath, Amy Jones, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.

Conclusion

As the countdown to the Women’s Ashes 2025 continues, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await what promises to be a fiercely contested series filled with memorable moments and exceptional talent. With Australia aiming to defend their title and England hungry for their first Ashes victory since the 2014-15 series, fans are in for an unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and prepare to cheer for your teams as the legacy of the Women’s Ashes continues!