Here’s the Somerset Women vs Surrey Women prediction for the 2nd ODI of the Metro Bank One Day Cup Women’s 2025. The match is set to be played on Wednesday, 23rd April 2025, at The Kent County Cricket Ground, Beckenham. Both teams are looking to bounce back after poor recent form, and this encounter presents a golden opportunity for redemption. While Surrey Women have lost four of their last five matches, Somerset Women’s form has been even more concerning with five consecutive losses. With big names on both sides, this match is expected to be closer than it appears on paper.
Match Details
| Match | Somerset Women vs Surrey Women, 2nd ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | The Kent County Cricket Ground, Beckenham |
| Format | 50 Overs (One Day) |
Team Previews
Somerset Women Preview
Somerset Women enter the 2025 Metro Bank One Day Cup desperate for a turnaround after a dismal run of form. Despite losing their last five fixtures, the squad is stacked with international and domestic stars who are capable of turning games around. Their team is led by seasoned professionals like Heather Knight, one of the legends of women’s cricket, whose experience and calmness at the crease remain invaluable.
Supporting her are players like Sophie Luff, a steady top-order batter, and Amanda-Jade Wellington, the crafty Australian leg-spinner known for her control and wicket-taking ability. Wellington has been consistent in white-ball cricket globally and could be Somerset’s X-factor in this tournament.
Emma Corney, Fran Wilson, and Charlie Dean bring more batting depth, while Dani Gibson and Alex Griffiths offer pace and variety with the ball. Though the recent form has been disappointing, Somerset have enough firepower to challenge any side when their top guns click.
A key concern remains their inconsistency in the middle overs, both while batting and bowling. If they can plug that gap, they’re certainly strong contenders not just for this game but for a deep tournament run. Somerset’s big advantage lies in the presence of players with experience in international pressure games.
Surrey Women Preview
Surrey Women, though slightly better off than Somerset in terms of recent results, are also reeling from four losses in their last five games. The team has struggled with both form and combinations, relying heavily on a handful of key players to carry the team’s fortunes.
Leading the charge is Bryony Smith, the captain and a talented all-rounder who can turn the game with either bat or ball. Another crucial player is Danni Wyatt-Hodge, a proven international performer who has evolved into a consistent run-scorer and remains Surrey’s biggest hope with the bat.
In the bowling department, Bethan Miles offers a bright spot. Known for her clever variations and disciplined lines, she will be vital on a Beckenham pitch that could assist spinners later in the innings. The likes of Alice Capsey, Sophia Dunkley, and Emma Jones offer additional firepower, but their inconsistent performances have hurt Surrey’s chances in recent fixtures.
Surrey Women’s major issue has been a lack of partnerships with the bat and inability to take wickets in the powerplay. If they are to topple Somerset, they will need significant contributions from their senior pros and a more cohesive team effort.
Despite their form slump, Surrey’s lineup has potential, but whether they can execute under pressure remains the question. A better performance in the field and tighter bowling could swing the match in their favor.
SOMW vs SURW Squad
Somerset Women Squad: Heather Knight, Emma Corney, Sophie Luff, Fran Wilson, Rebecca Odgers, Charlie Dean, Dani Gibson, Alex Griffiths, Niamh Holland, Amelie Munday, Erin Vukusic, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Olivia Barnes, Katie Jones, Jess Hazell, Laura Jackson, Lola Harris, Chloe Skelton, Mollie Robbins, Ellie Anderson
Surrey Women Squad: Bryony Smith (c), Alice Capsey, Kira Chathli, Priyanaz Chatterji, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Aylish Cranstone, Alice Davidson-Richards, Sophia Dunkley, Tash Farrant, Phoebe Franklin, Danielle Gregory, Charlotte Lambert, Emma Jones, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Bethan Miles, Alice Monaghan, Kalea Moore, Paige Scholfield, Jemima Spence, Alexa Stonehouse, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Probable Playing XI
Somerset Women:
- Heather Knight (c)
- Sophie Luff
- Emma Corney
- Fran Wilson
- Charlie Dean
- Dani Gibson
- Alex Griffiths
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Katie Jones (wk)
- Laura Jackson
- Jess Hazell
Surrey Women:
- Bryony Smith (c)
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge
- Alice Capsey
- Sophia Dunkley
- Alice Davidson-Richards
- Bethan Miles
- Ryana MacDonald-Gay
- Alice Monaghan
- Tash Farrant
- Emma Jones
- Kira Chathli (wk)
Fantasy Team XI (SOMW vs SURW)
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Heather Knight (C) | All-rounder |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge (VC) | Batter |
| Amanda-Jade Wellington | Bowler |
| Sophie Luff | Batter |
| Alice Capsey | All-rounder |
| Charlie Dean | All-rounder |
| Bethan Miles | Bowler |
| Fran Wilson | Batter |
| Dani Gibson | All-rounder |
| Katie Jones (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Tash Farrant | Bowler |
Captain: Heather Knight
Vice-Captain: Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Fantasy Team Analysis:
- Heather Knight offers maximum fantasy value through both departments.
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge can be a game-changer with the bat and could bowl too.
- Wellington, Dean, and Miles offer strong bowling returns.
- Avoid: Priyanaz Chatterji and Olivia Barnes – form and role uncertainty reduce their fantasy potential.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Somerset Women are favorites due to a more experienced core and higher impact players like Knight and Wellington. Their team has greater balance and more match-winners, despite poor recent form.
Pitch Report – Kent County Cricket Ground, Beckenham
The Beckenham pitch offers early assistance to seamers with some swing, but it flattens out as the match progresses. Spinners get grip in the middle overs. A first-innings score of 240+ is competitive. Batting second could be easier under lights.
Weather Report
- Temperature: 13°C
- Conditions: Overcast with some sunny intervals
- Rain: Minimal chance (under 5%)
- Wind: Mild – aiding seam movement early on
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Fancode (exclusive coverage)
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Surrey Women
Decision: Likely to bowl first to utilize early movement and restrict Somerset to a chasable total.
Match Prediction
Predicted Winner: Somerset Women
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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