Amelia Kerr for MI and New Zealand (Source:@cricbuzz/X.com)
The 2025 edition of the Women's World Cup is all set to engross the cricketing world. India will start their campaign against Sri Lanka in Guwahati and would be looking to break the jinx and lift the maiden title this time around.
India's performances recently have also been pretty good and they have beaten some big teams like England and Australia. The key players are in the form, and this is undoubtedly India's best chance to lift the silverware in women's cricket.
However, they would have to tackle some serious talents in the opposition teams, and many of them now have good experience of playing in Indian conditions due to the WPL. In this article, we will look at three of MI overseas stars who can be a threat for India in the Women's World Cup 2025.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Nat Sciver Brunt is one of the top all-rounders in the world and the captain of England. She was brilliant for MI in the last season with over 500 runs and 12 wickets and is a genuine match-winner.
For England too, she bats at an important number 3 position, can take the game deep and accelerate according to the requirements of the team and delivers in big games. Her record in the Women's World Cup is even better than her career performance, which shows that she excels on the big stage.
Nat Sciver-Brunt in Women's World Cup
Criterion
Data
Innings
17
Runs
805
Average
57.50
Strike-Rate
99.13
100s/50s
4/2
Wickets
11
The cricketer also bowls difficult overs with the ball and is a total package who can hurt India big time.
Amelia Kerr has been a key player for MI women over the years, and at the age of 24, she is already one of the best players in the world. She played a big role in New Zealand's T20 World Cup title win in 2024 and in the upcoming World Cup as well, her performance would largely determine the fate of White Ferns.
Amelia Kerr in ODI cricket
Criterion
Data
Innings
66
Runs
2167
Average
42.49
Strike-Rate
82.99
100s/50s
4/10
Wickets
99
The conditions in India are expected to assist her leg-break, while with the bat, she is a dependable asset at number 3. She has an average of over 42 in ODI cricket, and with a bowling average under 30, she is a player who can hurt India in different situations and aspects of the game. Thus, tackling her would be crucial for India when they face New Zealand in the World Cup.
Hayley Matthews
The Rockstar of Women's cricket in the Caribbean is another MI player who can be a dangerous asset against India. She loves batting in flat Indian conditions, and her ability to attack the bowlers with consistency has made her one of the top players in the world.
Hayley Matthews In ODI Cricket
Criterion
Data
Innings
96
Runs
3074
Average
33.78
Strike-Rate
76.41
100s/50s
9/8
Wickets
125
She is the captain of the West Indies, and if she does well, the women in Maroon can trouble India. Thus, getting rid of her would be key in the Powerplay for India. Also, she is pretty effective with her off-breaks and can bowl in different junctures, which makes her a threat with the ball as well. Thus, Hayley Matthews is one of the MI players who can make an impact against India.
Amelia Kerr for MI and New Zealand (Source:@cricbuzz/X.com)
