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Meg Lanning Joins Australia U19 Coaching Staff for Women's Tri-Series

Cricket Australia has announced that retired legend Meg Lanning will serve as a development coach for the upcoming Under-19 women's tri-series in Queensland. She will work alongside head coach Kristen Beams and other assistants for the series against England and Sri Lanka. A 14-player squad has been named, with an eye on player development for the 2027 Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup. The series aims to strengthen Australia's pathways and showcase emerging talent.

Key Points: Meg Lanning Joins Australia U19 Women's Coaching Staff

  • Lanning's second coaching role
  • Squad named for 2027 World Cup
  • Tri-series in Brisbane & Gold Coast
  • Features England and Sri Lanka
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Lanning joins Australia's coaching staff for U19 women's tri-series

Legend Meg Lanning appointed development coach for Australia U19 women's tri-series against England and Sri Lanka in Queensland.

Lanning joins Australia's coaching staff for U19 women's tri-series
"The Tri-Series will be a fantastic opportunity to showcase the talent coming through Australia's cricket pathways - Kristen Beams"

Brisbane, Feb 27

The legendary Meg Lanning will be joining the Australian support staff for the Under-19 women's tri-series in Queensland next month, said Cricket Australia on Friday.

Lanning, who retired from international cricket in 2023 but continues to play domestic and franchise cricket, will serve as a development coach for the tri-series, which will also feature England and Sri Lanka to be played in Brisbane and Gold Coast from March 30 to April 18.

She will work alongside head coach Kristen Beams, assistant coaches Lisa Keightley and Clive Rose. The appointment marks Lanning's second foray into coaching, having previously taken on an assisting role at last year's Lanning v Perry series.

CA also named a 14-player squad for the series, which includes several players who have already made their senior domestic debuts. The players are eligible for selection at the next ICC Under 19 Women's World Cup, which will be held in 2027 in Bangladesh and Nepal.

"The Youth Selection Panel has assembled a strong, well-balanced squad as we head into the Tri-Series against Sri Lanka and England. All fourteen players have played incredible cricket so far this summer, and it was important for us also to select players who will be eligible for selection for next year's Under 19 World Cup campaign.

"The Tri-Series will be a fantastic opportunity to showcase the talent coming through Australia's cricket pathways against two strong opponents in Sri Lanka and England," said Kristen in a statement.

After making the semi-finals of the first two editions of the Women's U19 T20 World Cup, Australia will be eyeing winning the trophy for the first time in 2027. "We're excited to see the next wave of talent representing Australia at Under 19 level in the upcoming Tri-Series.

"Cricket Australia is committed to continuing to strengthen our pathways system and creating opportunities for players to grow and develop. We are looking forward to seeing this squad seize their opportunity against Sri Lanka and England," said Sonya Thompson, Cricket Australia Head of National Development.

Australia U19 squad: Ira Aery, Eva Baird, Mia Barwick, Alyssa Dermody, Ava Drury, Ayla Johnson, Shiloh Julien, Aurora Mavros, Indira Panelli, Emily Powell, Chelsea Sonter, Ayaka Stafford, Filippa Suesee and Tegan Williamson

- IANS

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Rohit P
Australia's system is so good. They ensure their legends stay involved and pass on knowledge. Our Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh came through the U19 system, it's crucial we invest more there. Lanning's presence will only make their players stronger.
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Sarah B
Great to see such a seamless transition from player to mentor. The focus on players eligible for the 2027 WC is smart long-term planning. Exciting times for women's cricket globally.
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Aman W
While this is good for Australia, I hope our board is watching. We need to build a robust domestic and U19 structure for women that can consistently challenge the top teams. The gap is still there, yaar.
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Kavya N
Lanning as a development coach! What a boost for those youngsters. Imagine getting tips on captaincy and big-match temperament from her. Hope our Indian girls get similar mentorship opportunities soon. 🤞
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Vikram M
Solid move by CA. The tri-series with England and SL will be good practice. Our Indian team should also play more such series against different opponents at the U19 level, not just before world cups.

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