Scorchers Women and Dragons Women are set for another compelling clash in Match 5 of the Super 20 Trophy, 2025. In their previous meeting, the Dragons emerged victorious, chasing down a challenging total of 175 with seven wickets in hand, finishing at 176/3 in just 19 overs. This result gives the Dragons a psychological advantage and momentum as they prepare to meet the Scorchers again in what promises to be a high-scoring encounter.
For the Dragons, the batting unit has shown impressive depth and firepower, successfully chasing a big total in their last outing against the Scorchers. The Scorchers, despite their defeat, posted a formidable 175/6, highlighting the strength of their top order. Gaby Lewis remains a crucial figure for the Scorchers, while the Dragons will look to their consistent performers to maintain their winning run.
Squads:
Scorchers Women’s Cricket Team
Gaby Lewis, Louise Little, Eimear Richardson, Christina Coulter Reilly, Sophie MacMahon, Lara McBride, Ciara Gibson, Genevieve Morrissey, Lucy Barry, Ava Canning, Sibha Bhoja, Alice Tector, Sarah Prendergast, Tahlia Dunne, Aimee Maguire, Karina Bell, Molly Butterly, Niamh MacNulty, Zoe Bell
Dragons Women’s Cricket Team
Amy Hunter, Bella Armstrong, Orla Prendergast, Abbi Harrison, Arlene Kelly, Millie Spence, Ella Marsh, Alana Dalzell, Cara Murray, Kia McCartney, Jennifer Jackson, Aoife Fisher, Mansi Bhavsar, Rebecca Lowe, Sarah Black, Lucy McGranaghan, Ella Wasson, Emily Calvert, Lucy Neely
Players to watch out:
Sophie MacMahon
Sophie MacMahon is an Irish all-rounder. She bats right-handed and bowls right-arm medium pace, bringing versatility to both Ireland’s national team and the Scorchers in domestic cricket. She has scored quick 33-runs knock in her previous inning and has also been vital with the ball picking 2 wickets against the Typhoons Women.
Louise Little
Louise Little, in the last two games of the tournament, has scored 43 runs with the bat and has also picked up 2 wickets. Her last 7 innings include six double digit scores and a total of 122 runs with the bat and also 4 wickets in 6 innings with the ball. She is a key contributor for her side in both the departments.
Amy Hunter
Amy Hunter shot to international prominence in October 2021 when, on her 16th birthday, she became the youngest cricketer—male or female—to score a century in an ODI, making an unbeaten 121 against Zimbabwe. She has been absolutely dominant with the bat in her last two appearances for the side, scoring 158 runs, with a highest score of unbeaten 94, including back-to-back fifties.
Abbi Harrison
Abbi Harrison has represented Dragons Women and Ireland Women Under-19 and recently earned a contract with the Ireland senior women’s team, marking her as a promising talent in Irish cricket. In her last two innings for the Dragons, she has scored 43 runs with the bat.
Pitch:
The pitch at Railway Union Cricket Club, Sandymount, is generally balanced—good for both batting and bowling. Conditions can vary, but it usually offers fair play for all.
Weather:
Expect a warm day with temperatures reaching up to 26°C. The day will start mostly cloudy, but rain is unlikely, with only a 5% chance of precipitation. Winds will be light, and humidity will be moderate, making it a pleasant day overall.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Gaby Lewis, Louise Little, Eimear Richardson, Sophie MacMahon, Lara McBride, Amy Hunter, Bella Armstrong, Orla Prendergast, Abbi Harrison, Ella Marsh, Alana Dalzell
Match Details:
Date – June 29, 2025
Time – 7:45 PM IST
Venue – Railway Union Cricket Club, Sandymount, Dublin
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
