In the ongoing ODI series against South Africa, Lauren Filer from England expressed her hope for clinching another series victory, though she emphasised the need not to underestimate their opponents. After England's defeat in the first ODI, they bounced back with a win, largely thanks to Charlie Dean's remarkable performance, levelling the series. Filer, who has taken five wickets so far, including a significant three-wicket haul in the second ODI, revealed her aspirations of being selected for the 2025 Ashes and the Women’s Premier League (WPL).
Despite South Africa’s initial defeat in the T20 series, Filer acknowledged the unpredictability of the ongoing ODI matches. She mentioned that her role on the team has been focused on taking wickets rather than worrying about runs allowed. As the series heads towards a deciding match in Potchefstroom, she believes maintaining their performance will be crucial.
Filer also discussed her recent bowling speeds, setting her sights on consistent improvements. With the Women’s Ashes approaching, she is excited about potential challenges on Australian pitches. Additionally, with the WPL auction approaching, Filer admitted her focus remains on international cricket but acknowledged the significance of the auction. Looking forward to the next game, she praised her team's recent performance and expressed optimism about securing the series victory.
England in South Africa - full schedule
T20 series
First T20 (East London): England won by four wickets
Second T20 (Benoni): England won by 36 runs
Third T20: (Centurion): England won by nine wickets
ODI series
First ODI (Kimberley): South Africa won by six wickets
Second ODI (Durban): England won by six wickets
Third ODI: Wednesday, December 11 (12 pm, Potchefstroom)
Test match
One-off Test: December 15-18 (8am, Bloemfontein)