Tammy Beaumont Aims for England Comeback in Domestic One-Day Cup

Beaumont's Ambition for National Team Return

London [UK], April 23: England's top-order batter, Tammy Beaumont, is focused on delivering an impressive performance in the upcoming domestic One-Day Cup as she seeks to rejoin the national squad under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Charlotte Edwards.

Since her debut in 2009, Beaumont has been a key player across all formats. However, she was not selected for the last two ICC Women’s T20 World Cups, despite being one of England's most reliable batters in white-ball cricket recently.

With Charlotte Edwards, a former captain and England legend, taking over from Jon Lewis, a fresh selection process is anticipated. The upcoming One-Day Cup is crucial for Beaumont as she aims to secure a spot in the squad for this year's ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India.

Having previously played alongside Edwards, Beaumont hopes that strong performances with The Blaze in the domestic competition will attract the attention of her new coach, especially with the West Indies set to visit for six white-ball matches next month.

“It’s incredibly exciting. Anyone in this county setup who performs well will have a chance. We know Charlotte is observing closely. She has watched every warm-up match and has reached out to me about my performances and others. You won’t find someone more passionate about England women’s cricket, and she has a clear vision, making these games vital,” Beaumont shared with a Media House.

To secure a place in Edwards’ early summer squads, Beaumont will need to score runs when The Blaze kick off their 50-over campaign against Lancashire at Trent Bridge on Wednesday.

The 34-year-old will also face stiff competition from fellow batters such as Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Sophia Dunkley, and former captain Heather Knight for positions in England's formidable top order.

Rather than being intimidated by the competition, Beaumont is eager to showcase her skills and reclaim her spot in the England team this summer.

“In 2020 and 2021, we didn’t have much depth, but with the introduction of contracts and tiers, the competition for places has never been stronger. This is beneficial for English cricket, even if it can be uncomfortable for players as they must truly earn their positions. International cricket is challenging, so why would anyone want to play easier cricket to prepare for it? If I’m not striving to improve and stay ahead, then it’s time to move on,” Beaumont emphasized.