Australia named a strong 13-member Test squad for the Test in the ongoing Women's Ashes series against England while providing an update on the fitness of key players
Following her top performance in the ongoing Women's Ashes, Australia's Ash Gardner secured the top spot in the International Cricket Council's (ICC) latest Women's All-Rounder Rankings.
The home side won all three of the One Day Internationals at the start of the Ashes, and they continued that impressive form into the T20s, racking up a huge total when batting first in Sydney.
Australia captain Alyssa Healy's availability in the rest of the Women's Ashes 2025 is in doubt after the 34-year-old developed "mid-foot soreness", as reported by ESPNcricinfo.
Australia has won the ODI series 3-0. With three T20Is and a one-off Test left, Australia is one win away from retaining the Ashes. The hosts have taken a 6-0 points lead over England in the series.
England's spin all-rounder Charlie Dean has been named as Sophie Molineux's replacement in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad for the 2025 edition of the Women's Premier League
England are aiming for a fresh start in Melbourne after suffering a 0-3 defeat to Australia in the first Ashes ODI in Sydney on Sunday.
Having posted a below-par total of 204, with their innings wrapped up in just 44 overs, England struggled against some smart Australian bowling, especially
Australian quick Jhye Richardson has opted to undergo shoulder surgery, which will bring an end to his season, leaving him in a race against time to be fit for the Ashes.
Wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy rejoined the national team as Australia prepares themselves to face England for the first ODI of the Women's Ashes on Sunday in Sydney.
Brook is one of the newest faces of world cricket, having made a name for himself with some impactful knocks across all formats. Tests are Brook's best format so far and he would be looking to make an impact in the Ashes series against Australia away from home later this year.
As the prestigious Women's Ashes 2025 is around the corner, experienced England seamer Kate Cross on Friday provided injury updates and said that it has been "frustrating" for her.