Sophie Molineux has been named in both Australia’s ODI and T20I squads for Australia’s home series against Bangladesh and New Zealand respectively. The incumbent Australian captain has a troubled history with injuries and has most recently been racing to regain fitness following a hip injury. A statement from CA read “her involvement will continue to be assessed as she recovers from a hip injury.” Australia have opted for a reduced 14-member squad for both series.

“Sophie has been named in the squad but has been managing a hip injury, so her involvement in the series will continue to be assessed over the coming days,” said National selector Shawn Flegler.

Additionally, Darcie Brown has been ruled out due to a back injury while Lucy Hamilton will miss the Bangladesh ODIs due to a quad strain.

“Lucy suffered a mild quad strain at training, but we’re hopeful she’ll recover in time to be fit and firing for the T20 series.

“Darcie was assessed on her return home from the Australia A tour to India and has a back injury. Her availability for the Women's Big Bash will be determined over the coming weeks,” added Flegler.

Grace Harris is a notable omission from the squad, with Flegler clarifying that she “remains the frame moving forward.”

“With the T20 squad reduced in size and limited opportunities during the World Cup, Grace Harris is unlucky to miss out on selection,” he said.