England all-rounder Freya Kemp has shown strong form during the recent T20I series against New Zealand in May 2026, solidifying her role ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
The 21-year-old left-arm medium bowler and left-hand batter scored 31 not out, 20, and 14 in the series, while also contributing with the ball.
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Kemp has played 28 Women's T20 International (WT20I) matches, scoring 197 runs at an average of 21.88 and a strike rate above 130.
Her highest international score is an unbeaten 51.
She has taken 21 wickets in T20Is, with best figures of 2 for 14.
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Kemp made her international debut against South Africa on July 25, 2022, taking 2 for 18.
During the 2022 Commonwealth Games, she was England's top wicket-taker and became the youngest English woman to score a T20I half-century.
Domestically, she plays for Southern Vipers, Southern Brave, and Perth Scorchers Women.
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Kemp has recovered from early career injuries and is now a key player for England as they prepare for the World Cup.
