Afra described to Victoria Polley on BBC Essex’s Around the Wicket show how she “felt the excitement going through my blood” when she was named captain.
The side was made up of children from across the country, all of whom attend state schools.
Afra attends Harris Academy in Chafford Hundred and normally plays for Belhus Cricket Club.
Recalling meeting her new teammates, she said: “Everyone was just as excited as everyone.
“All the girls are so nice, so lovely, the kindest people ever. We were just going through the same feelings together.”
Although her team lost the contest, Afra said she was “really happy” with her performance and was left glowing about the day.
Her parents, Shafeena and Baiju, were left bowled over by their daughter as they watched on from the famous members’ pavilion at Lord’s.
Shafeena said: “Naturally, we are very proud of Afra. This was a truly special and surreal experience for her, and for us to be there to witness it.
“An unforgettable day with memories we will treasure forever.”