The Women’s One-Day Cup 2025 served up a mix of drama, dominant performances, and weather interruptions in its latest round of fixtures. Hampshire edged Essex in a tense low-scoring battle, while Somerset displayed composure to seal a convincing DLS victory over Lancashire. However, the weather proved decisive elsewhere, with The Blaze’s clash against Surrey ending in a rain-curtailed no result and Warwickshire’s meeting with Durham abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Match 41: Hampshire Women vs Essex Women
Hampshire Women held their nerve to clinch a narrow 4-run win over Essex Women in a low-scoring thriller.
Batting first, Hampshire posted 101/7 in their allotted 17 overs. Maia Bouchier provided stability at the top with 31 off 30, while Freya Kemp injected momentum with a brisk 31 from 20 balls. Skipper Georgia Adams remained unbeaten on 14, but with little support from the rest of the batting order, most falling for single digit scores the total looked modest. Essex’s bowling was well spread, with Esmae MacGregor leading the attack (2/17) and contributions from Grace Scrivens (1/12), Eva Gray (1/18) and Abtaha Maqsood (1/22).
In reply, Essex struggled to build partnerships. Captain Grace Scrivens departed early for just 2, while Joanne Gardner and Jodi Grewcock made 12 apiece. Florence Miller attempted to steady the innings with 20, but wickets at regular intervals left Essex chasing the game. A late fightback from Sophie Munro (28* off 19) kept hopes alive, but the side ultimately fell short, finishing on 97/6. Hampshire’s bowlers kept their composure under pressure. Freya Davies (2/15) and Bex Tyson (2/20) struck key blows, while Daisy Gibb (1/8) and captain Georgia Adams (1/19) ensured Essex could not break free.
With this 4-run victory, Hampshire Women sealed a hard-fought win, showcasing resilience with both bat and ball.
Match 42: Lancashire Women vs Somerset Women
Somerset Women cruised to a five-wicket victory (with 58 balls to spare) over Lancashire Women via the DLS method, chasing down a revised target with ease.
Batting first, Lancashire struggled to build momentum at the top. Alice Clarke (5) and Gaby Lewis (8) fell early, while Seren Smale managed 17. Skipper Eleanor Threlkeld (12) and Ailsa Lister (12) also couldn’t push on, leaving the side under pressure. However, experienced all-rounder Kate Cross produced a vital knock, anchoring the innings with 51 off 58, while Mahika Gaur chipped in with 20 to guide Lancashire to 169. Somerset’s bowlers were on point, with Ellie Anderson (3/44) leading the attack and solid support from Mollie Robbins (2/32) and Amanda-Jade Wellington (2/19).
Set a DLS-adjusted target of 164, Somerset paced the chase confidently. Rebecca Odgers provided early stability with 24 off 40, before Niamh Holland played a crucial hand of 44 from 57. Captain Sophie Luff managed only 10, but Danielle Gibson’s 44* off 34 turned the game firmly in Somerset’s favour. An attacking 25* from Amanda-Jade Wellington sealed the chase, taking Somerset to 167/5 in just 40.2 overs.
Lancashire’s bowlers had moments of success, with Danielle Collins (2/11) the pick of the attack, while Hannah Jones, Fi Morris, and Kate Cross each picked up a wicket. However, they couldn’t prevent Somerset’s middle order from taking control.
Match 43: The Blaze Women vs Surrey Women
Rain had the final say in Match 43 as The Blaze and Surrey Women were forced to share points after the game was abandoned.
Batting first, The Blaze reached 66/5 in 16 overs before the skies opened. The top order found it tough going, with Georgie Boyce (10), Sarah Bryce (4) and Kathryn Bryce (3) all falling cheaply. Orla Prendergast provided a brief spark with 17, while Georgia Elwiss was holding the innings together with an unbeaten 19 when play was halted by persistent rain. Surrey’s bowlers had kept control during the shortened innings. Alexa Stonehouse was the standout with 2/23, while Kalea Moore (1/6), Alice Monaghan (1/18) and Tilly Corteen-Coleman (1/19) chipped in with wickets to restrict Blaze to a modest total.
With no further play possible, the match was declared a no result.
Match 44: Warwickshire Women vs Durham Women
Frustration loomed in Match 44 as persistent rain meant not a single ball could be bowled between Warwickshire Women and Durham Women. The match was abandoned without play, with both sides forced to share the points.
