SOUTHERN Brave’s men’s and women’s teams have retained the core of their squads as they prepare for the fifth season of The Hundred.
On the men’s side, former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has been secured as the team’s first direct signing, making the move from Northern Superchargers.
Explosive New Zealand batter Finn Allen has also been retained for his third season with the Brave. Meanwhile, local favourite James Vince will continue as captain, supported by experienced campaigners Tymal Mills, Chris Jordan, and Jofra Archer.
Vince said: “We’ve kept the core of our squad that got us to the final last year, and hopefully, we can go one step further in 2025. As always, the fans and supporters are second to none, and we look forward to putting on a show for them this year.”
The women’s side also welcomes back several key players, with South African star Laura Wolvaardt already confirmed as their first direct signing.
She will be joined by returning England internationals Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, and Freya Kemp, reinforcing a strong squad.
Bell said: “I always look forward to playing in The Hundred with Southern Brave. It’s fantastic that I’ll be staying at Utilita Bowl.
"The support we have is incredible, and I can’t wait to get going in green later this summer and hopefully bring the giant ‘H’ back to the south coast.”
A total of 12 direct signings have been confirmed across The Hundred on Deadline Day, as teams finalise their squads ahead of The Hundred Draft on March 12. The competition kicks off at Lord’s with a derby between London Spirit and Oval Invincibles.
Supporters who are county members or have attended The Hundred in three or more seasons can now purchase match tickets.
An exclusive window will open from March 4-18 for fans who have previously bought tickets, while general priority sale access will be available from April 1-15 for those who sign up in advance at thehundred.com.
The general sale for the tournament begins on April 17, with ticket prices starting at £5 for juniors aged 3-15 (free for under-3s) and £12 for adults.
Southern Brave Men’s Squad: James Vince, Jofra Archer, Tymal Mills, Chris Jordan, Leus du Plooy, Faf du Plessis, Craig Overton, Laurie Evans, Finn Allen, Danny Briggs, James Coles.
Southern Brave Women’s Squad: Laura Wolvaardt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Maia Bouchier, Lauren Bell, Freya Kemp, Georgia Adams, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Rhianna Southby.
Hampshire CCC's 14 players retained are as follows: Birmingham Phoenix (M): Benny Howell, Chris Wood. London Spirit (M): Liam Dawson. Manchester Originals (M): Sonny Baker, Scott Currie. Northern Superchargers (W): Linsey Smith. Southern Brave (M): James Vince. Southern Brave (W): Georgia Adams, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Freya Kemp, Rhianna Southby. Trent Rockets (M): John Turner. Welsh Fire (W): Freya Davies.
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