New Zealand pick uncapped Bella James for Australia ODIs

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New Zealand pick uncapped Bella James for Australia ODIs

New Zealand Women have picked uncapped top order batter Bella James for the upcoming ODI series against Australia at home. Bella James has been in sizzling form in domestic cricket and is currently the second highest run-getter in the HBJ Shield.

The 25-year-old has now gotten an opportunity after Georgia Plimmer was ruled out of action until next year with a bone stress reaction in her left hip. Lea Tahuhu will also be missing after she suffered a hamstring injury in the HBJ Shield. The fast bowler is expected to be fully fit next month.

Rosemary Mair, who hasn't played ODI cricket since March 2022, makes a return to the 50-over format. The Rose Bowl Trophy, currently in possession of Australia, will kickstart on December 19 with the next two games scheduled on December 21 and 23.

"We're really excited to give Bella her first call-up to international cricket," selector Sarah Tsukigawa said. "She's been working hard at the domestic level for many years, and her current form in HBJ shows why she deserves this opportunity. Bella's ability to hit 360 degrees around the ground with power is a valuable quality.

"It's exciting to be introducing another batter into the WHITE FERNS mix. We see that if there can be more competition for roles, that will continue to raise the quality of the group. We're gutted to not have Georgia or Lea for this series but injuries do create opportunities to explore how other players could fit in."

Squad:

  • Sophie Devine (C)
  • Suzie Bates
  • Eden Carson
  • Lauren Down
  • Izzy Gaze
  • Maddy Green
  • Brooke Halliday
  • Bella James
  • Fran Jonas
  • Jess Kerr
  • Amelia Kerr
  • Rosemary Mair
  • Molly Penfold


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