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The final ODI of the 2025 Women’s Ashes series is set to unfold at the picturesque Bellerive Oval in Hobart. With Australia Women leading the series 2-0, they will aim for a clean sweep, while England Women seek to salvage some pride ahead of the T20Is. The hosts showcased their bowling prowess in the first two low-scoring games, defending 180 in the second match. England will need their batters to step up if they want to challenge the dominant Australians.
Match Details
| Match | Australia Women vs England Women, 3rd ODI, Women’s Ashes 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | January 15, 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM (Local Time) |
| Venue | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| Weather | Clear skies, 10–18°C, no rain forecast |
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Australia Women
Australia will look to continue their dominant run and complete the series with a whitewash. Despite a top-order collapse in the second ODI, they managed to secure a win, thanks to their outstanding bowling attack. Alyssa Healy and Ellyse Perry will be pivotal at the top, setting the tone for a strong start.
Phoebe Litchfield has shown promise, and her contributions will be vital for providing stability. The middle order, led by Beth Mooney and supported by Ashleigh Gardner, offers both experience and firepower. Gardner, in particular, has been exceptional with both bat and ball, showcasing her all-round capabilities.
In the bowling department, Alana King, Kim Garth, and Megan Schutt have been relentless in applying pressure. The variety and depth in their attack make them a formidable force, capable of adapting to different conditions.
Key Players: Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Alana King
Predicted Playing XI:
Phoebe Litchfield, Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown
England Women
England need a strong comeback to avoid a series whitewash. Their batting has been the weak link, with the top order failing to convert starts into substantial contributions. Tammy Beaumont and Maia Bouchier must lay a solid foundation, while Heather Knight and Nat Sciver-Brunt need to anchor the innings and build partnerships.
Amy Jones has been a lone warrior in the middle order, but she will need support from Alice Capsey and Danielle Wyatt. England’s bowling attack, led by Sophie Ecclestone, has been impressive, with Lauren Bell and Alice Capsey providing key breakthroughs. However, the bowlers will need a competitive total to defend.
Key Players: Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone, Amy Jones
Predicted Playing XI:
Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Heather Knight (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danielle Wyatt, Amy Jones (wk), Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Lauren Bell
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Alyssa Healy (C) | Australia Women | Wicketkeeper |
| Ellyse Perry (VC) | Australia Women | All-rounder |
| Heather Knight | England Women | Batter |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | England Women | All-rounder |
| Beth Mooney | Australia Women | Batter |
| Ashleigh Gardner | Australia Women | All-rounder |
| Phoebe Litchfield | Australia Women | Batter |
| Sophie Ecclestone | England Women | Bowler |
| Alana King | Australia Women | Bowler |
| Megan Schutt | Australia Women | Bowler |
| Lauren Bell | England Women | Bowler |
Pitch Report
The Bellerive Oval offers a balanced wicket with something for everyone. The average first-innings score in ODIs here is around 266, and teams batting second have enjoyed more success. Pacers will get early movement, while spinners can extract turn as the game progresses.
Toss Prediction: Bowl First
The chasing team has an advantage at this venue, and captains winning the toss may opt to field. A target of 275-290 is likely to be competitive on this surface.
Winning Prediction
Australia’s home advantage, coupled with their current form, makes them favorites to win this match. England have the potential to put up a fight but will need an all-round effort to secure a victory.
Prediction: Australia Women to win.
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