In a key warm-up ahead of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, England win the toss and choose to bowl first against Australia. Full squads, strategies, and match outlook.
As the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 edges closer, both England and Australia used their final warm-up match in Bengaluru to fine-tune their strategies. England won the toss and elected to bowl first — a clear signal that they want to apply scoreboard pressure early and assess Australia’s batting under attacking conditions.
Australia enters this fixture as defending champions after their last World Cup triumph. The squad is stacked with star power: Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, and more. Their batting depth and all-round strength make them ominous opponents. England counter with a balanced lineup as well, led by skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt, plus Heather Knight, Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey, Sophie Ecclestone, and Emma Lamb among others.
Opting to bowl first gives England the chance to respond once they see Australia’s template — the pitch behavior, bowling setups, spin pace needed, etc. Australia’s batting order is expected to push hard, but early fall of wickets could test their middle order. England’s spinners and seamers will be under scrutiny to choke scoring early.
Another layer: this match offers both teams room to experiment — bowlers trying new lines, batters taking on different partnerships, and leadership assessing how each player adapts under pressure. It’s not just a warm-up; it’s a dress rehearsal for the real event starting September 30.
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