AU-W vs EN-W, 1st T20I: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Match Report | Women’s Ashes 2025

After a dominant 3-0 win in the recently concluded ODI series, Australia they will now turn their focus to the T20 format as they prepare to face off England in the opening match of the T20I on Monday. The Aussies completely outplayed England in the ODIs, winning all three matches to complete a comprehensive victory, but the T20I series promises to bring fresh challenges for both teams.

Australia head into the T20I series with confidence after a convincing ODI win, but they are aware that the shorter format requires a different approach. On the other hand, England will look to bounce back from their defeat in the 50-over format and show their mettle in the fast-paced T20 games. Both teams have rich experience in the T20 game, with explosive batsmen, sharp bowlers and dynamic fielders.

Match Details: Women’s Ashes 2025, 1st T20I:

• Date and time: 20 January – 13:45 IST/ 19:15 Local/ 08:15 GMT
• place: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Sydney Cricket Ground Report:

The Sydney Cricket Ground is expected to provide an exciting battle between the bat and the ball in the T20 matches. Initially, the surface could be a bit slower with variable bounce, offering opportunities for pacers and spinners alike to make an impact. As the game progresses, the pitch will likely become more consistent, allowing batters to time their shots more effectively and making it easier to score. Teams who win the toss are likely to opt to bat first, aiming for a formidable total to put their opponents under pressure from the outset.

AU-W vs EN-W Dream11 Pick Predictions:

• Gatekeeper: Beth Mooney
• dough: Ellyse Perry, Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
• Versatile players: Ashleigh Gardner, Alice Capsey, Annabel Sutherland, Nat Sciver-Brunt
• Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Alana King, Megan Schutt

AU-W vs EN-W Dream11 Predictions Captain and Co-Captain:

• Choice 1: Ashleigh Gardner (c), Alice Capsey (vc)
• Choice 2: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Alana King (vc)

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AU-W vs. EN-W Dream11 Backup Predictions:

Georgia Wareham, Georgia Voll, Freya Kemp, Sarah Glenn

AU-W vs EN-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 20 – 8:15 GMT):

Determine:

Australia: Alyssa Healy (c/wk), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Grace Harris, Darcie Brown, Georgia Voll

England: Maia Bouchier, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight (c), Amy Jones (ie), Freya Kemp, Sophie Ecclestone, Charlotte Dean, Lauren Bell, Lauren Filer, Alice Capsey, Bess Heath, Danielle Gibson, Linsey Smith, Sarah Glenn

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.comand Cricket times company.