Historic Women's Ashes Test at MCG to Conclude 2025 Series
Australia's Alyssa Healy returns as captain despite knee concerns, while Sophie Molineux is ruled out following surgery.
- The 2025 Women's Ashes series will culminate with the first women's Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 76 years, scheduled as a day-night match from January 30 to February 2.
- Australia captain Alyssa Healy, recovering from a knee injury, is set to lead the team and may resume wicketkeeping duties during the series.
- All-rounder Sophie Molineux has been ruled out of the series due to a knee injury requiring surgery, leaving a gap in Australia's spin bowling options.
- The multi-format series includes three ODIs, three T20s, and the Test, with Australia defending their title after retaining the Ashes in 2023 following an 8-8 draw.
- Australia's squad features a mix of veterans like Ellyse Perry and emerging talents such as Georgia Voll, while England's team is led by Heather Knight across all formats.