bella jamesThe Otago Sparks top-order batsman has been included in the New Zealand squad for the first time for the three-match ODI series against Australia in Wellington next week. However, injuries have ruled out the opener georgia plimmer and fast bowler Lee Tahuhu Out of series.
James has represented Otago 137 times across all formats since his debut in 2014, and has been in excellent form in the ongoing domestic one-day competition (for the Haliburton Johnstone Shield). he is second list of run scorers Scored 293 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 85.17. His minimum score in these matches is 36, and he has also made best 101 not out,
“We are really excited to give Bella her first chance in international cricket.” Sara Tsukigawathe team’s chief selector said in a press release. “She has been working hard at domestic level for many years, and her current form at HBJ shows why she deserves this opportunity. Bella’s ability to hit 360 degrees around the ground with power is a valuable attribute. Is.”
A statement from New Zealand Cricket said that Plimmer has suffered a strain in his left hip bone, due to which he will be out of cricket till next year. The statement said Tahuhu has a grade-two hamstring injury and “is expected to be fit by early January”.
Tsukigawa said, “We are disappointed not to have Georgia or Lee for this series but injuries create opportunities to explore how other players can fit in.”
Meanwhile, Seamer rosemary mair This marks her return to the ODI team for the first time since 2022, when she withdrew from the squad to face England due to a back injury.
This is the first time since 2020 that both sides will compete for the Rose Bowl trophy, which is currently held by Australia.
New Zealand team for women’s ODI series against Australia
Sophie Devine (captain), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Lauren Down, Isabella Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bella James, Fran Jonas, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold
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