Sydney Thunder have made a notable addition to their squad for WBBL10 by signing allrounder Georgia Voll from Brisbane Heat on a three-year contract. Voll, aged 20, is widely recognized as one of Australia’s top batting prospects and has also contributed significantly with her offspin.
Performance and Potential
Last season, Voll faced challenges with her batting form in the WBBL, ending the tournament with 206 runs at an average of 18.72 and a strike-rate of 112.56. Despite her struggles, she demonstrated her potential by taking 4 for 19 in the Challenger final against Perth Scorchers. Additionally, she showcased her batting skills later in the season, scoring a double century in the red-ball ‘Green and Gold’ game in Adelaide and securing two centuries in the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) for Queensland.
Decision to Join Sydney Thunder
Voll had multiple offers from other WBBL clubs but was ultimately swayed by discussions with Thunder coach Lisa Keightley. Voll expressed her excitement about joining Thunder, citing clear communication about her role and the team’s supportive environment as key factors in her decision.
“I never expected myself to play for a New South Wales team, to be honest, but after talking to Lisa and the guys down there, I’m super excited for the opportunity, and it’s a really good young group coming through,” Voll said. “Lisa was quite clear on the role she wants me to play and what she wants me to do and that sort of got me over the line.”
Sydney Thunder’s Perspective
Trent Copeland, Sydney Thunder’s general manager, praised Voll’s talent and potential, highlighting her impressive performances across different formats. “Georgia has shown since the day she arrived on the scene that she is a special talent with both bat and ball. If you were to pinpoint the next young star to crack the Australian setup, Georgia is it,” Copeland stated. He emphasized the significance of her signing for the club, noting her 200 for Australia A in red-ball cricket, two WNCL hundreds last season, and her all-round capabilities.
Changes at Brisbane Heat
Voll’s move to Sydney Thunder marks a significant change for Brisbane Heat, who have also seen the departure of New Zealand allrounder Amelia Kerr to Sydney Sixers and coach Ashley Noffke to a new role in New Zealand. Despite these losses, Brisbane Heat has strengthened their squad by signing South Africa allrounder Nadine de Klerk on a two-year deal. They still boast a strong top order featuring Grace Harris, Georgia Redmayne, Laura Harris, and emerging allrounder Charli Knott.
Georgia Voll’s signing with Sydney Thunder is a major acquisition for the team, promising to enhance their top-order batting and overall team dynamics. As Voll looks to capitalize on more opportunities with Thunder, fans and analysts alike will be keen to see her development and impact in the upcoming WBBL season.
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