England Women back future talent with latest Central Contracts

A total of 17 players have been awarded full central contracts, with seven players securing two-year contracts and ten players receiving one-year contracts.

Among the notable updates, Mahika Gaur and Lauren Filer have both earned full central contracts after being on development contracts in the previous year.

Three development contracts have been handed to players identified as key prospects for the future of the England Women’s team – Bess Heath, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, and Issy Wong.

These contracts have been awarded to provide extra support as these players continue to develop their skills.

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Two-Year Central Contracts: Lauren Bell, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

One-Year Central Contracts: Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Kate Cross, Sophia Dunkley, Lauren Filer, Mahika Gaur, Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Freya Kemp

Development Contracts: Bess Heath, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Issy Wong

Clare Connor, Managing Director of England Women’s Cricket, expressed her satisfaction with the latest round of contracts.

“We are delighted that Mahika Gaur and Lauren Filer have transitioned on to full contracts, having been part of our group over the past year.

“Ryana MacDonald-Gay has had an outstanding year, and the development contract affords her the opportunity to continue to push her claim for selection. We look forward to working with all three players on development contracts and their Counties to ensure they continue their development.

"We have another significant period of cricket ahead and we believe this group of players have the skills to be successful in all conditions and formats which will be essential as we look forward to a two-year period that includes the Women’s Ashes in early 2025, multiple bilateral series, the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India, and a home ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in the summer of 2026."