Northern Superchargers, the runners-up in the 2023 season, are set to kick off their 2025 campaign on 7 August against Welsh Fire at Headingley. The Northern Superchargers enters the tournament with a well-rounded squad, combining promising young players, experienced internationals, and in-form domestic talent.
Phoebe Litchfield
Emerging Australian talent Phoebe Litchfield has scored 450 runs in The Hundred at an average of 30. With a promising strike rate of 130, she has the ability to provide quick starts for the Northern Superchargers and lay a strong foundation for a big total.
Davina Perrin
Eighteen-year-old Davina Perrin will come into The Hundred brimming with confidence. She amassed 385 runs and finished as the third-highest run-scorer of the season. Her performances with the bat were instrumental in Warwickshire securing second place in the domestic T20 league. More recently, she made headlines by scoring a century in the One-Day Cup, becoming the youngest player to register a maiden hundred in the competition’s history. Perrin will be eager to replicate her domestic form on the big stage and play a key role in her team’s success.
Hollie Armitage
Hollie Armitage has scored close to 360 runs in The Hundred and comes into this season with promising form. She recently impressed in domestic fixtures and scored a century against Lancashire, a performance that will no doubt boost her confidence ahead of the tournament.
Annabel Sutherland
Rising Australian all-rounder Annabel Sutherland has featured in 13 matches in The Hundred so far. With the bat, she has scored 300 runs across 13 innings at a healthy strike rate of nearly 130. She has also made a strong impact with the ball, claiming 14 wickets, including an impressive four-wicket haul. She was also adjudged as the Player of the Series in the 2024 season. Sutherland will be eager to replicate her international form and make a significant contribution in this edition of the tournament.
Alice Davidson-Richards
Alice Davidson-Richards was recently called up for the ODI series against India, where she looked in excellent form, scoring a composed half-century and a quickfire 44 lower down the order. In The Hundred, she has built a solid track record with 315 runs and 24 wickets to her name. Her all-round abilities could prove crucial for her franchise in the upcoming season.
Bess Heath
Bess Heath, Durham’s wicketkeeper, put in a solid showing with the bat during the recent domestic season and made valuable contributions behind the stumps. In The Hundred, she holds a strike rate of 126, making her a useful option for providing finishing touches in the death overs. With 13 dismissals to her name in the competition so far, her sharp wicketkeeping adds further depth to her skill set.
Georgia Wareham
Georgia Wareham has taken 17 wickets in The Hundred while maintaining an impressive economy rate of under 7. She also enjoyed a strong WPL season this year with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, finishing among the tournament’s leading wicket-takers. A handy lower-order batter as well, Wareham offers valuable depth with both ball and bat. Heading into this edition of The Hundred, she will be keen to build on her recent success and play a key role in the Northern Superchargers’ campaign.
Lucy Higham
English bowling all-rounder Lucy Higham has claimed 14 wickets with her off-spin in The Hundred, maintaining a respectable economy rate of under 8 in the fast-paced format. While her contributions with the bat have been limited so far, she remains a capable lower-order option who can prove handy when needed.
Kate Cross
The senior English fast bowler is a seasoned T20 campaigner, having played across the globe and bringing a wealth of experience to the side. In The Hundred, she has taken 35 wickets and will be particularly crucial with the new ball, where her ability to strike early can set the tone for the innings. Her experience will be invaluable in guiding a relatively young squad through high-pressure moments.
Linsey Smith
Left-arm spinner Linsey Smith had an outstanding 2024 season, finishing as the leading wicket-taker with 15 scalps. She also boasts an impressive overall record in The Hundred, with 35 wickets to her name. Known for her disciplined bowling, Smith will play a crucial role in containing runs and providing key breakthroughs during the middle overs.
Grace Ballinger
Young left-arm pacer Grace Ballinger offers a unique dimension to the team with her left-arm angle and will be looking to support her senior new-ball partner, Kate Cross. She has taken seven wickets in The Hundred so far and maintains an impressive economy rate of under 7.
