5 youngsters to watch out for in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
As the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 begins on September 30 in India and Sri Lanka, excitement builds around emerging talents, including Pratika Rawal, Georgia Voll, and Lauren Filer.
Last Updated: 06.08 PM, Sep 12, 2025
As the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 kicks off on September 30 across India and Sri Lanka, anticipation is high for the tournament to highlight some of the brightest emerging talent in women’s cricket. Among the young players poised to make a significant impact are five youngsters who have already shown exceptional skill and promise in their international careers.
Pratika Rawal (India)
Pratika Rawal has quickly established herself as one of India's most exciting new batters since her international debut in December last year.
With 703 runs in 14 ODI matches at an impressive average of 54.07, including five fifties and a century, she has replaced Shafali Verma at the top of the order alongside the seasoned Smriti Mandhana.
Rawal’s classical strokeplay and solid footwork allow her to dominate both defensively and while attacking, making her a versatile asset for India, especially on home turf. Praised by Mandhana for her calm temperament, Rawal's move from Delhi to the Railways early in her career demonstrated her determination to improve by playing alongside experienced players.
The ICC Women’s World Cup will be an opportunity for Rawal to build on her prolific start and showcase her talent on the global stage.
Georgia Voll (Australia)
Australia’s Georgia Voll has made a stunning entry into international cricket with just three ODIs but an astonishing batting average of 86.5.
Given her chance due to Alyssa Healy’s injury, Voll smashed 173 runs in three ODIs against India, including a century in just her second game.
Her aggressive strokeplay and powerful hitting carry over well into T20 cricket, where she boasts a strike rate of nearly 145 and has impressed in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) in India.
This early success, combined with her familiarity with subcontinental conditions, makes Voll a player to watch out for in the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
Lauren Filer (England)
Lauren Filer brings pace and aggression to England’s bowling attack. Having played 19 matches and claimed 29 wickets with a bowling average of 23.82, Filer is known for her blistering pace.
She recorded the fastest over in women’s cricket during England’s recent T20I win over India, reaching speeds close to 80 mph.
This extra pace can be pivotal on the pitches in India and Sri Lanka, where bounce may be lower, but speed can reduce batsmen’s reaction time and increase the chance of errors, even in some of the flattest pitches.
Filer’s ability to bowl fast and consistently could prove instrumental in England’s quest for glory.
Annerie Dercksen (South Africa)
South African all-rounder Annerie Dercksen has quickly become a vital part of the South African team’s setup.
With 399 runs at an average close to 40 and 10 wickets in 11 ODI matches, she embodies the ideal combination of batting and bowling impact.
Known for her lower-order runs and knack for picking key wickets, Dercksen was named ICC Women’s Emerging Player of the Year 2024.
Her ability to perform under pressure and versatility alongside established players like Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk will be crucial to South Africa’s World Cup ambitions.
Rabeya Khan (Bangladesh)
Rabeya Khan has steadily risen through the ranks since her T20I debut in 2019, making her ODI debut in 2022 and becoming a key spinner for Bangladesh.
With 26 wickets in 24 matches, including significant performances in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025, Khan’s effective leg-spin can trouble batting lineups, as showcased by her 3/23 against India.
Partnering with senior pro Fahima Khatun, Khan’s ability to exploit subcontinental conditions may give Bangladesh an edge in crucial moments.