The 4th T20I between England Women and India Women will be played at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, starting at 11:00 PM IST. India lead the five-match series 2-1 going into this crucial encounter.
Fantasy XI Picks: England Women vs India Women – 4th T20I
Wicketkeeper:
Richa Ghosh
Richa Ghosh, India’s dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, boasts 1036 runs in 54 T20I innings at a remarkable strike rate of 142.11 and a healthy average of 27.18. Her aggressive intent at the crease and ability to finish games make her a must-have, especially given her consistency and expertise behind the stumps. In the last 3 innings of the series so far, she has scored 51 runs with the bat with an unbeaten 32 that came in the 2nd T20I.
Batters:
Smriti Mandhana
One of the most prolific openers in the Women’s T20Is, Smriti Mandhana’s 3,942 runs in 145 innings at a strike rate of 124.15 and an average of 30.09 (including 31 fifties). A recent century in the series opener and a fifty in the most recent game speak volumes. She is the highest run getter in the series so far scoring 181 runs with a century to her name. Her penchant for big scores and ability to provide explosive starts could be pivotal at Emirates Old Trafford.
Sophia Dunkley
Sophia Dunkley has played 70 T20Is for England, scoring 1177 runs at an average of 25.04 with a strike rate of around 121.71. She has 6 half-centuries in T20Is, with the highest score of unbeaten 81. In the ongoing series against India Women, Dunkley has contributed 83 runs, with the highest score of 75, showcasing her role as an aggressive right-handed batter and occasional leg-spinner who is a key part of England’s batting lineup.
Jemimah Rodrigues
Jemimah Rodrigues has played 110 T20Is for India, scoring 2350 runs at an average of 30.12 and a strike rate of 116.79, with the highest score of 76, and she has 13 half-centuries in format. In the series so far, Jemimah has scored 83 runs with the bat, putting up her best of 63 in the second T20I. Known for her consistency and flair, Jemimah is a crucial part of India’s top order.
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Danni Wyatt-Hodge is one of England’s most experienced and explosive T20I batters, holding the record for the most T20Is by an English player in a total of 176 matches. She has scored 3274 in 155 T20I innings with the bat with the highest score of 124 that came against India back in 2018. She strikes at 129.05 and averages at 23.21. She has 20 half-centuries and 2 centuries under her name. She has scored 67 runs with the bat so far in the series with the highest score of 66 in the most recent game.
All-rounders:
Amanjot Kaur
A rising all-round star, Amanjot Kaur grabs her place with 162 runs and 6 wickets in 11 appearances. Her ability to contribute in both facets, especially in pressure situations, can bring crucial fantasy points. She has scored 73 runs with the bat and has picked 2 wickets with the ball in the series so far and was also awarded the Player of the Match in the second match of the series, at Bristol, for her 63* and the big Nat Sciver-Brunt wicket.
Deepti Sharma
Deepti Sharma is a key all-rounder for India in T20Is, having played 127 matches and scored 1,093 runs with the highest score of 64. She maintains a strike rate of about 104.39 and has taken 144 wickets at an impressive average of 18.96, making her a vital contributor with both bat and ball. Known for her right-arm spin and dependable middle-order batting, Deepti consistently impacts games with her all-round skills. She has picked 6 wickets in the series so far.
Bowlers:
Lauren Bell
With 50 wickets at an average 17.70 and an economy of 7.06, Lauren Bell’s new-ball skills and ability to generate seam movement could be key for England in this series. Bell has been the leading wicket taker for England in this series with 6 wickets and her best of 3 for 27 coming in the series opener game. She will be a very key prospect for England going ahead in the series.
N Shree Charani
N Shree Charani made a sensational T20I debut for India Women against England at Trent Bridge on June 28, 2025. The 20-year-old left-arm spinner took 4 wickets for just 12 runs in 3.5 overs, dismantling England’s batting and helping India secure a 97-run win—their biggest T20I victory over England. Charani is the leading wicket taker of the series so far, with 8 wickets and has been absolutely impressive with ball in hand.
Arundhati Reddy
Arundhati Reddy has played 36 T20Is for India, taking 32 wickets with an economy rate of 7.63 and average of 27.62. In the ongoing T20I series against England Women, she has picked 4 wickets with the ball making key contributions as a right-arm medium pacer. Reddy is valued for her ability to swing the ball and deliver under pressure, providing depth to India’s bowling attack.
The pitch at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, is a balanced surface that offers good bounce and pace, making it generally batting-friendly and conducive to stroke play. Seam bowlers can get some early movement with the new ball, especially under typical English conditions.
However, as the match progresses, the wicket tends to slow down, making batting easier initially but challenging for teams chasing later on. Spin bowlers usually get minimal assistance here. Overall, teams winning the toss often prefer to bat first to capitalize on the favorable early batting conditions and set a competitive total.
This Fantasy XI is formed with a sharp focus on form, career stats, and the unique challenge posed by Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester, England. Make sure to lock in your teams before 11 PM IST and stay tuned for the fourth blockbuster encounter between two of women’s cricket’s modern heavyweights.
