The Tasmanian Tigers have named their first squad for the start of the Women’s National Cricket League 2024-25 Season, with 13 players named in their travelling squad to Perth where they are taking on Western Australia.
The Tasmanian Tigers WNCL squad for their first match against Western Australia tomorrow consists of:
Nicola Carey
Julia Cavanough
Maisy Gibson
Ruth Johnston
Lizelle Lee
Emma Manix-Geeves
Tabatha Saville
Hayley Silver-Holmes
Lauren Smith
Naomi Stalenberg
Molly Strano
Elyse Villani (C)
Callie Wilson
Julia Cavanough returns to the squad following an injury keeping her away from cricket following the WBBL last season.
Ruth Johnston and Callie Wilson will both potentially make their debuts for Tasmania, following strong pre-season performances in the T20 Max in Brisbane, and could be presented with their first Tasmanian cap in Perth.
Amy Smith remains unavailable for play following a Stress Reaction in her shin and is aiming to be fit ahead of WBBL|10, while Rachel Trenaman is on the mend following her ongoing knee issues but is also unavailable.
Heather Graham is away on National duty playing for Australia in a white-ball series against New Zealand in Queensland.
MATCH DETAILS
Western Australia v Tasmanian Tigers
Tuesday 24 September
WACA Ground, Perth
First ball: 12.00 pm AEST
Broadcast: Kayo Sports & cricket.com.au