ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2025 Match 1 – 6: Cricket Match Predictions - January 18th

Here are the Fantasy Cricket Predictions and Betting Tips for the ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup, Match 1 - Australia Women's U-19 vs Scotland Women's U-19; Match 2 - England Women's U-19 vs Ireland Women's U-19; Match 3 - Samoa Women's U-19 vs Nigeria Women's U-19; Match 4 - Bangladesh Women's U-19 vs Nepal Women's U-19; Match 5 - Pakistan Women U-19's vs USA Women's U-19; Match 6 - New Zealand Women's U-19 vs South Africa Women's U-19, to be played on the 18th of January at the UKM YSD Oval, KL, Johor Cricket Academy Oval and Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak.

Match 1 - Australia Women's U-19 vs Scotland Women's U-19 (UKM YSD Oval, KL)


Current Form Australia Women's U-19:

Australia Women's U-19 are the strongest of the sides in the competition. Although they lost in the Semi Finals of the last edition, they are expected to dominate the tournament.

With players like Lucy Hamilton, Maggie Clark and Chloe Ainsworth, they are expected to make it to the Semi Finals with ease.

Players to look out for:

1. Lucy Hamilton - She is the torch bearer for the Australian side in the Women's U-19 World Cup. Hamilton is expected to be best bowler for Australia Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.

2. Amy Hunter - She has been a consistent performer in the domestic circuit for Australia. Hunter will play a key role for Australia Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.


Current Form Scotland Women's U-19:

Scotland Women's U-19 team failed to win a single match in the last year's edition of ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup. They failed to win a single match in the competition.

They aren't looking very strong in this edition either. It will be a surprise if they make it to the Super Sixes.

Players to look out for:

1. Amelie Baldie - She is a 15 year old wonderkid with the ball in hand. Baldie is expected to be the best bowler for Scotland Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.

2. Lucy Forrester Smith - She is an experienced campaigner who can bowl with a lot of accuracy. Smith is expected to perform well in the upcoming matches.


Let’s have a look at the squads:

Scotland Women's U-19

Niamh Muir (c), Amelie Baldie, Molly Barbour-Smith, Gabriella Fontenla, Lucy Forrester Smith, Pippa Kelly, Maisie Maceira, Kirsty McColl, Charlotte Nevard, Mollie Parker, Nayma Sheikh, Rosie Speedy, Pippa Sproul, Ruth Mckay, Emma Walsingham

Australia Women's U-19

Lucy Hamilton (c) Chloe Ainsworth, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Caoimhe Bray, Ella Briscoe, Maggie Clark, Hasrat Gill, Amy Hunter, Sara Kennedy, Eleanor Larosa, Grace Lyons, Ines McKeon, Juliette Morton, Kate Pelle, Tegan Williamson


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? –  Scotland Women's U-19

Who will win?- Australia Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Lucy Forrester Smith (Scotland Women's U-19), Amy Hunter (Australia Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Amelie Baldie (Scotland Women's U-19), Lucy Hamilton (Australia Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Lucy Forrester Smith (Scotland Women's U-19), Amy Hunter (Australia Women's U-19)

Player of the Match- Lucy Hamilton (Australia Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – Australia Women's U-19 130+, Scotland Women's U-19 110+

Match Handicap: Australia Women's U-19



Match 2 - England Women's U-19 vs Ireland Women's U-19 (Johor Cricket Academy Oval)


Current Form England Women's U-19:

England Women's U-19 are the runners up of the ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup. They lost to India Women's U-19 team in the Finals.

England Women's U-19 have a strong squad and they are expected to go a long way in the tournament.

Players to look out for:

1. Abi Norgrove - She is an experienced campaigner, who was with the English team in the last world cup. Norgrove is expected to be the best batter for England Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.

2. Amuruthaa Surenkumar - She is a talented middle overs bowler, who has picking up wickets for fun in the domestic circuit. She is going to play a major role for England Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.


Current Form Ireland Women's U-19:

Ireland Women's U-19 performed poorly in the previous edition of ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup. They failed to win a single match in the competition.

Ireland Women do have incredible players like Niamh MacNulty and Ally Boucher in their squad. However, they lack the firepower needed to win tournaments.

Players to look out for:

1. Niamh MacNulty - Skipper MacNulty puts in all her efforts with both bat and the ball when she plays for the Women's U-19 side. MacNulty is expected to be the best bowler for Scotland Women's U-19 team in the upcoming matches.

2. Annabel Squires - She is a powerful batter, who can take the bowlers on from ball one. Squires is expected to be the best batter for Ireland Women's U-19 team in the upcoming matches.


Let's have a look at the squads:

Ireland Women's U-19

Niamh MacNulty (c), Ally Boucher, Abbi Harrison, Jennifer Jackson, Rebecca Lowe, Lara McBride, Kia McCartney, Ellie McGee, Julie McNally, Genevieve Morrissey, Lucy Neely, Freya Sargent, Millie Spence, Annabel Squires, Alice Walsh

England Women's U-19

Abi Norgrove (c), Phoebe Brett, Olivia Brinsden, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Trudy Johnson, Katie Jones, Charlotte Lambert, Eve O’Neill, Davina Perrin, Jemima Spence, Charlotte Stubbs, Amuruthaa Surenkumar, Prisha Thanawala, Erin Thomas, Grace Thompson


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – England Women's U-19

Who will win?- England Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Annabel Squires (Ireland Women's U-19), Abi Norgrove (England Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Niamh MacNulty (Ireland Women's U-19), Amuruthaa Surenkumar (England Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Annabel Squires (Ireland Women's U-19), Abi Norgrove (England Women's U-19)

Player of the Match-  Abi Norgrove (England Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – England Women's U-19 135+, Ireland Women's U-19 105+

Match Handicap: England Women's U-19



Match 3 - Samoa Women's U-19 vs Nigeria Women's U-19 (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak)


Current Form Samoa Women's U-19:

Samoa Women's U-19 are taking part in the ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup for the first time.

They will create history on this day.

Samoa Women are looking quite confident and upbeat about their chances in the World Cup. According to their Head Coach Tuaoloa Helen Semau, "What stands out for me is their energy. They implement our culture and everything.”

Players to look out for:

1. Avetia Fetu Mapu - She performed very well for Samoa Women's U-19's side in the regional qualifiers. Mapu is expected to be the best batter for Samoa Women's U-19 side in the upcoming matches.

2. Verra Farane - She is the strike bowler for Samoa Women's U-19 team. Farane is expected to be the best bowler for Samoa Women's U-19 side in the upcoming matches.


Current Form Nigeria Women's U-19:

Nigeria are one of the strongest sides in the competition.

They have made a strong statement in the Warm up match against Scotland Women's U-19.

They have super talented players like Lilian Ude and Lucky Piety who can ensure Nigeria Women's U-19 side go a long way in the competition.

Players to look out for:

1. Lucky Piety - She is a talented top order played who has plenty of experience with the bat. She is expected to perform wonders in the ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup.

2. Lilian Ude - She bowled exceptionally well against Scotland Women's U-19 team in the warm up match. She is a player to look out for in the competition.


Let’s have a look at the squads:

Samoa Women's U-19

Avetia Fetu Mapu (c), Olive Lefaga Lemoe, Verra Farane, Angel Sootaga So, Norah-Jade Salima, Stefania Pauga, Jane Tali’ilagi Manase, Masina Tafea, Silepea Polataivao, Katrina Uiese Taa Samu, Stella Sagalala, Barbara Ella Keresoma, Apolonia K Polataivao, Selina Lilo, Sala Viliamu

Nigeria Women's U-19

Lucky Piety (c), Adeshola Adekunle, Peculiar Agboya, Anointed Akhigbe, Amusa Kehinde, Deborah Bassey (wk), Jessica Bieni, Christabel Chukwuonye, Omosigho Eguakun, Victory Igbinedion, Naomi Memeh, Beauty Oguai, Lilian Ude, Usen Peace, Umoh Inyene


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? –  Nigeria Women's U-19

Who will win?- Nigeria Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Lucky Piety (Nigeria Women's U-19), Avetia Fetu Mapu (Samoa Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Lilian Ude (Nigeria Women's U-19), Verra Farane (Samoa Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Lucky Piety (Nigeria Women's U-19), Avetia Fetu Mapu (Samoa Women's U-19)

Player of the Match- Lucky Piety (Nigeria Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – Nigeria Women's U-19 155+, Samoa Women's U-19 90+

Match Handicap: Nigeria XI



Match 4 - Bangladesh Women's U-19 vs Nepal Women's U-19 (UKM YSD Oval, KL)


Current Form Bangladesh Women's U-19:

Bangladesh Women's U-19 performed well in the last edition of ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup. They managed to qualify for the Super Six stages but failed to qualify for the Semi Finals.

Bangladesh Women's U-19 team have strong players in their squad and it won't be a surprise if they dominate the opposition teams in the upcoming matches.

Players to look out for:

1. Mst Eva - She has been a consistent performer for the Nepal Women's U-19 team in the last 1 year. Eva is expected to be the best batter for Nepal Women's U-19 in the upcoming matches.

2. Nishita Akter Nishi - She is a top performer with the ball and has plenty of variations in her bowling. Nishi will play an important role in Bangladesh Women's U-19 World Cup campaign.


Current Form Nepal Women's U-19:

Nepal Women's U-19 are taking part in the ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup for the first time in their history of cricket.

It will be quite a memorable moment for the associate nation to play their first game in a highly competitive atmosphere at the World Cup.

Players to look out for:

1. Puja Mahato - She is a fantastic performer for Nepal Women's U-19 with the bat. Mahato will play a key role for Nepal Women's U-19 team in the upcoming matches.

2. Sony Pakhrin - She is expected to perform well for the Nepalese team in the upcoming matches, based on her form in domestic circuit.


Let's have a look at the squads:

Bangladesh Women's U-19

Sumaiya Akter (c), Afia Ashima Era, Mst Eva, Fahomida Choya, Habiba Islam Pinky, Juairiya Ferdous, Fariya Akter, Farjana Easmin, Anisa Akter Soba, Sumaiya Akther Suborna, Nishita Akter Nishi, Lucky Khatun, Jannatul Maoua, Sadia Akter, Sadia Islam

Nepal Women's U-19

Puja Mahato (c), Sony Pakhrin, Tirsana BK, Rachana Chaudhary, Sabitri Dhami, Krishma Gurung, Kusum Godar, Seemana KC, Anu Kadayat, Kiran Kunwar, Sneha Mahara, Jyotsnika Marasini, Sana Praveen, Riya Sharma, Alisha Yadav


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – Bangladesh Women's U-19

Who will win?- Nepal Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Puja Mahato (Nepal Women's U-19), Mst Eva (Bangladesh Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Sony Pakhrin (Nepal Women's U-19), Nishita Akter Nishi (Bangladesh Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Puja Mahato (Nepal Women's U-19), Mst Eva (Bangladesh Women's U-19)

Player of the Match- Puja Mahato (Nepal Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – Nepal Women's U-19 125+, Bangladesh Women's U-19 120+

Match Handicap: Nepal Women's U-19



Match 5 - Pakistan Women's U-19 v USA Women's U-19 (Johor Cricket Academy Oval)


Current Form Pakistan Women's U-19:

Pakistan Women's U-19 performed well in the previous edition of ICC Women's U-19 World Cup. They managed to qualify for the Super Sixes but failed to make it to the Semi Finals.

Pakistan Women's U-19 are the strongest of the sides in the competition. They have players like Komal Khan and Zoofishan Ayyaz in their team, who are expected to dominate in the tournament.

Players to look out for:

1. Komal Khan - She has been the torch bearer for Pakistan Women's U-19 team in the last year or so. Khan is a player to look out for in the tournament.

2. Zoofishan Ayyaz - She has plenty of variations in her bowling arsenal. Ayyaz is expected to be the best bowler for Pakistan Women U-19's in the upcoming matches.


Current Form USA Women's U-19:

USA Women's U-19 performed poorly in the last edition of the ICC Women's U-19 World Cup.

They lost in all of their 3 league encounters and failed to qualify for the Super Six stages.

USA Women's U-19 team are the weakest of the lot in the competition. It will be a surprise if they make it to the Super Six stages.

Players to look out for:

1. Disha Dhingra - She is the most experienced USA Women's U-19 player. Dhingra is expected to perform to her potential with the bat in hand.

2. Aditiba Chudasama - She is a highly skilled bowler, who has plenty of variations in her bowling arsenal.


Let's have a look at the squads:

USA Women's U-19

Anika Reddy Kolan (c), Aditiba Chudasama, Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, Chetnaa G Prasad, Disha Dhingra, Isani Mahesh Vaghela, Lekha Hanumant Shetty, Maahi Madhavan, Nikhar Pinku Doshi, Pooja Ganesh, Pooja Shah, Ritu Priya Singh, Saanvi Immadi, Sasha Vallabhaneni, Suhani Thadani

Pakistan Women's U-19

Komal Khan (c), Zoofishan Ayyaz, Aleesa Mukhtiar, Areesha Ansari, Fatima Khan, Haniah Ahmer, Maham Anees, Mahnoor Zeb, Memoona Khalid, Minahil, Quratulain, Ravail Farhan, Shahar Bano, Tayyaba Imdad, Wasifa Hussain


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – USA Women's U-19

Who will win?- USA Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Disha Dhingra (USA Women's U-19), Zoofishan Ayyaz (Pakistan Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Aditiba Chudasama (USA Women's U-19), Zoofishan Ayyaz (Pakistan Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Disha Dhingra (USA Women's U-19), Zoofishan Ayyaz (Pakistan Women's U-19)

Player of the Match- Disha Dhingra (USA Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – USA Women's U-19 135+, Pakistan Women's U-19 130+

Match Handicap: USA Women's U-19



Match 6 - New Zealand Women's U-19 v South Africa Women's U-19 (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak)


Current Form New Zealand Women's U-19:

New Zealand Women's U-19 performed well in the last edition of the ICC Women's U-19 World Cup. They managed to qualify for the Semi Finals of the previous edition but lost to India Women's U-19 side in the Knockout (Semi Final) Match.

They have talented perfomers like Tash Wakelin and Sophie Court, who can change the context of the game in a matter of few overs. Hence, New Zealand Women are expected to reach the Semi Finals with ease.

Players to look out for:

1. Sophie Court - She is a highly skilled top order batter who can score quickly and take her team off flying starts.

2. Tash Wakelin - Tash is a consistent performer in domestic circuits. She is expected to be the best bowler for New Zealand Women's U-19 team in the upcoming matches.


Current Form South Africa Women's U-19:

South Africa Women's U-19 performed mildly in the previous edition of the World Cup. They managed to qualify for the Super Six stages but failed to make it to the Semi Finals.

South Africa Women's U-19 have won 3 out of their last 3 matches played and they are looking in great form.

Players to look out for:

1. Kayla Reyneke - She is a fearless top order batter who can score quickly and take her team to dominating positions in a match.

2. Jemma Botha - She is the strike bowler for South Africa Women's U-19 team. Botha is expected to take most wickets for the South Africa Women's U-19 team in ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup.


Let's have a look at the squads:

New Zealand Women's U-19

Tash Wakelin (c), Elizabeth Buchanan, Kate Chandler, Sophie Court, Hannah Francis, Kate Irwin, Rishika Jaswal, Louisa Kotkamp, Ayaan Lambat, Emma McLeod, Hannah O’Connor, Darcy-Rose Prasad, Anika Tauwhare, Anika Todd, Eve Wolland

South Africa Women's U-19

Kayla Reyneke (c), Jemma Botha, Fay Cowling, Jae-Leigh Filander, Mona-Lisa Legodi, Simoné Lourens, Karabo Meso, Seshnie Naidu, Nthabiseng Nini, Luyanda Nzuza, Diara Ramlakan, Diedré van Rensburg, Mieke van Voorst, Ashleigh van Wyk, Chanel Venter


Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – New Zealand Women's

Who will win?- South Africa Women's U-19

Top Batter (Runs Scored) - Kayla Reyneke (South Africa Women's U-19), Sophie Court (New Zealand Women's U-19)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Jemma Botha (South Africa Women's U-19), Tash Wakelin (New Zealand Women's U-19)

Most Sixes – Kayla Reyneke (South Africa Women's U-19), Sophie Court (New Zealand Women's U-19)

Player of the Match- Kayla Reyneke (South Africa Women's U-19)

Team Scores Batting first – South Africa Women's U-19 150+, New Zealand Women's U-19 135+

Match Handicap: South Africa Women's U-19



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