Thunder announce squad for First Nations Round clash against the Scorchers

Despite a disappointing start to the season, Thunder are determined to turn their campaign around and are calling on fans to fill the hill and cheer them on at home as they chase their first win. 

Leg-spinner Hasrat Gill and all-rounder Ella Briscoe return to the squad, replacing fast bowlers Alex Mavros and Tara French. 

18-year-old Lucy Finn retains her place after an impressive debut performance in Saturday night’s Sydney Smash. Finn claimed the key wicket of Sixers skipper Ash Gardner and scored an unbeaten 49 runs in front of a packed crowd at Drummoyne Oval. 

Sydney Thunder Coach Lisa Keightley said:

“We haven’t quite put a complete game together yet, but we’re working hard to make sure we’re putting ourselves in positions to win games of cricket. We’ve been close, but we haven’t been able to take those key moments. We’ll turn up tomorrow determined to deliver a complete performance and officially kickstart our campaign.

“With the inclusion of Lucy Finn, we’ve gained more balance in our bowling line-up, and it was exciting to see what she can do with the bat. What a young talent she is – the future is bright for Thunder with players like her coming through.” 

Sydney Thunder squad v Perth Scorchers:   

Phoebe Litchfield (C) (18) 
Chamari Athapaththu (99)  
Sam Bates (34) 
Ella Briscoe (35)
Lucy Finn (81)
Hasrat Gill (9) 
Laura Harris (24) 
Shabnim Ismail (89) 
Heather Knight (5)  
Anika Learoyd (4)   
Taneale Peschel (6)  
Georgia Voll (13) 
Tahlia Wilson (21)  

Head Coach: Lisa Keightley

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Thunder fans can watch the match live on Fox Cricket and Kayo on Wednesday, November 19 from 7:10pm (AEDT).

Remaining Sydney Thunder WBBL|11 Fixtures (All Times AEDT)  

Wednesday, November 19 | v Perth Scorchers | Drummoyne Oval | 7:10pm   
Friday, November 21 | v Brisbane Heat | Allan Border Field | 7:10pm
Sunday, November 23 | v Melbourne Renegades | Drummoyne Oval | 10:00am  
Friday, November 28 | v Adelaide Strikers | Adelaide Oval | 7:10pm  
Sunday, November 30 | v Sydney Sixers | North Sydney Oval | 3:40pm   
Wednesday, December 3 | v Brisbane Heat | Allan Border Field | 7:10pm  
Saturday, December 6 | v Melbourne Stars | Citipower Centre | 10:40am