The inaugural ICC Emerging Nations Trophy took place in Banghol of Thailand and had eight emerging cricketing nations competing in a round-robin style format. The goal of this International Cricket Council (ICC) Emerging Nations Trophy 2025 is to showcase emerging women’s cricketing nationals on a global level and to strengthen the international cricketing ecosystem.
Sample Fixtures, squads and talent are just a few of the aspects contributing to the growth and success of the 2025 edition of The ICC Emerging Nations Trophy for all associate cricketing nations.
Tournament Format
Eight teams will compete in this tournament using the round-robin format. After every team has played every other team once, the team at the top of the standings after the last round played on 30 November 2025 will be recognised as the ICC Emerging Nations Trophy Champions.
This format allows each team to earn respect based on their consistent play, depth and ability to adapt quickly from match to match.
Host Country and Venues
All matches for the ICC Emerging Nations Trophy 2025 will be held in Banghol, Thailand. We will use two main facilities:
- Terdthai Cricket Ground. 2. Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) Ground.
Thailand is an incredibly beautiful and supportive location and its facilities are extremely well-suited for hosting such an important event as the ICC Emerging Nations Trophy in 2025!
This is the complete list of fixtures involved in the arcade tournament for the following:
November 20th
- Thailand Vs Netherlands
- Papua New Guinea Vs United Arab Emirates
- Scotland Vs Uganda
- Namibia Vs Tanzania
November 21st
- Thailand Vs Papua New Guinea
- Netherlands Vs UAE
- Uganda Vs Namibia
- Scotland Vs Tanzania
November 23rd
- Uganda Vs Papua New Guinea
- Tanzania Vs Netherlands
- UAE Vs Scotland
- Thailand Vs Namibia
November 25th
- Thailand Vs Tanzania
- UAE Vs Uganda
- Papua New Guinea Vs Netherlands
- Namibia Vs Scotland
November 26th
- Tanzania Vs UAE
- Thailand Vs Uganda
- Netherlands Vs Namibia
- Papua New Guinea Vs Scotland
November 28th
- Thailand Vs UAE
- Uganda Vs Tanzania
- Scotland Vs Netherlands
- Namibia Vs Papua New Guinea
November 30th
- Netherlands Vs Uganda
- UAE Vs Namibia
- Tanzania Vs Papua New Guinea
- Thailand Vs Scotland
2025 ICC Emerging Nations Trophy – Team Squads
All 4 teams selected their squads, blending experienced players with new, upcoming talent. Below are the full team rosters.
Namibia:
Sune Wittmann, Mezerly Gorases, Kayleen Green, Arrasta Diergaardt, Sylvia Shihepo, Yasmeen Khan, Wilka Mwatile, Mekeyale Mwatile, Bianka Manuel, Naomi Benjamin
Leigh-Marie Visser, Eveleen Kejarukua, Victoria Hamunyela, Edelle van Zyl.
Netherlands:
Babette de Leede (Captain), Robine Rijke, Sterre Kalis, Hannah Landheer, Phebe Molkenboer, Iris Zwilling, Caroline de Lange, Merel Dekeling, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers
Frédérique Overdijk, Myrthe van den Raad, Isabel van der Woning, Lara Leemhuis.
Papua New Guinea:
Brenda Tau (Captain), Naoani Vare, Brenda Elly, Miria Raio, Pauke Siaka, Henao Thomas, Hane Lohia Tau
Hollan Doriga, Erani Pokana, Dika Lohia, Isabel Toua, Geua Tom, Konio Oala, Mairi Tom.
Scotland:
Sarah Bryce (Captain), Olivia Bell, Darcey Carter, Ailsa Lister, Megan McColl, Chloe Abel, Katherine Fraser, Rachel Slater
Hannah Rainey, Abtaha Maqsood, Niamh Robertson-Jack, Mollie Parker, Priyanaz Chatterji, Ellen Watson.
Tanzania
Neema Justine Pius (c), Shufaa Mohamedi, Hudaa Mrisho Omary, Jenifer Gabriel Kimaro, Mwanamvua Hamisi Ushanga, Nasra Hamza Mohamedi, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Saumu Deo Hussen, Perice Zakayo Kamunya, Saum Godfrey Mtae, Saum Azizi Borakandi, Sheila Shamte Kizito, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Sophia Frank Jerome
Thailand
Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Nannapat Khoncharoenkai, Nattaya Boochatham, Natthakan Chantham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong, Phannita Maya, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Rosenanee Kanoh, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Suwanan Khiaoto
Uganda
Janet Mbabazi (c), Kevin Awino, Consy Aweko, Proscovia Alako, Esther Iloku, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Ritah Musamali, Stephanie Nampina, Naume Amongin, Kevin Amug, Irene Mutonyi, Sarah Akiteng, Malisa Ariokot, Teddy Oyella
United Arab Emirates
Esha Oza (c), Theertha Satish, Massera Jahangir, Sashikala Silva, Heena Hotchandani, Indhuja Nandakumar, Lavanya Keny, Michelle Botha, Rinitha Rajith, Samaira Dharnidharka, Siya Gokhale, Suraksha Kotte, Udeni Kuruppuarachchige, Vaishnave Mahesh
This Event is Important
The ICC Emerging Nations Trophy will:
Encourage growth of females’ cricket amongst all assoc. countries
Encourage the emergence of new star players through international play
Provide more competitive pathways for national teams beyond just region qualifiers
Increase the global viewership base for cricket.
This Tournament is fundamental in facilitating the increasing inclusion and growth of female cricketers by giving them a professional environment in which to present their talents.
Conclusion
With exciting contests, enthusiastic players, and historic significance, this inaugural ICC Emerging Nations Trophy 2025 will have you on the edge of your seats, while you discover your favourite emerging player. During the round-robin matches, you can expect to see exciting finishes, outstanding performances, and plenty of drama right up to the final match on 30 Nov.
