Hampshire and Durham find themselves heading in opposite directions early in the ECB Women’s One Day Cup 2026. Hampshire occupy 3rd place and remain unbeaten, though a ‘No Result’ in their last outing has slowed their points accumulation slightly. Durham, meanwhile, are down in 8th position. After a bright start with a win over Essex, Durham have suffered two consecutive defeats, leaving them in a position where they desperately need a win to avoid falling adrift of the top four.
Squads:
Hampshire Women’s Cricket Team
Abigale Norgrove, Daisy Mullan, Ella McCaughan, Georgia Adams, Maia Bouchier, Poppy Tulloch, Ava Lee, Charli Knott, Ellyse Perry, Freya Kemp, Mary Taylor, Naomi Dattani, Rhianna Southby, Bex Tyson, Daisy Gibb, Freya Davies, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Megan Sturge, Nancy Harman, Rebecca Tyson
Durham Women’s Cricket Team
Emily Windsor, Emma Marlow, Hollie Armitage, Leah Dobson, Suzie Bates, Katherine Fraser, Mady Villiers, Trudy Johnson, Bess Heath, Mia Rogers, Abigail Glen, Katie Levick, Lauren Filer, Lizzie Scott, Phoebe Turner, Sophia Turner
Players to watch out:
Ella McCaughan
Ella has made a strong start for Hampshire, scoring a composed 90 in her only major innings so far. Because she remained not out in one of her two matches, her average stands at a high 90.00, and she has shown great patience by facing 110 balls. Her strike rate of 81.81 is perfect for a top-order batter looking to build a long-form foundation.
Tahlia Wilson
Tahlia has been a spark for Durham, racking up 171 runs in her three appearances. She scored a brilliant 152 in one of those games, which remains one of the highest individual scores of the tournament so far. Averaging 57.00 with a century to her name, she has quickly become the focal point of Durham’s batting lineup.
Bex Tyson
Bex has been putting in the hard yards for Hampshire, featuring in two matches and claiming 4 wickets so far. She has bowled 20 overs with an economy of 5.35, showing she can handle the pressure of the middle overs. Her best figures of 3/66 show she has the wicket-taking knack even when the batters are looking to be aggressive against her.
Lauren Filer
Filer continues to provide raw pace and x-factor for Durham, picking up 5 wickets in her two matches. This includes a phenomenal 5/59, which stands as the only five-wicket haul in the stats provided. While her economy is a bit higher at 6.00, her strike rate of 18.00 means she is finding a breakthrough every three overs, making her a vital attacking option.
Pitch:
This is a sporting wicket that usually offers a bit of everything. There is typically good pace and carry for the quicks. It is a large field, so batters have to work hard for their runs, often relying on running between wickets as much as boundaries. It is considered one of the most balanced decks in the country.
Weather:
A clear, sunny day is expected with a high of 19°C. With the wind likely coming off the coast, expect a brisk but comfortable day for the players.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Ella McCaughan, Georgia Adams, Maia Bouchier, Charli Knott, Mary Taylor, Bex Tyson, Hollie Armitage, Katherine Fraser, Mady Villiers, Katie Levick, Lauren Filer
Match Details:
Date – April 25, 2026
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – The Rose Bowl, Southampton
Broadcast – The ECB app, website, and YouTube channels.
