As Match 33 of the ECB Women’s One Day Cup 2026 approaches, the stakes couldn’t be much higher for these two top-tier sides. The Blaze Women currently sit at the very top of the standings with 28 points from their seven matches, having dropped only a single game so far. Close on their heels are Hampshire Women in second place with 23 points. While The Blaze have a comfortable five-point lead, Hampshire has a game in hand over some of the lower-ranked teams and remains the only side within striking distance of the leaders, making this a genuine clash of the titans for the top spot.
Squads:
The Blaze Women’s Cricket Team
Ella Claridge, Georgie Boyce, Maddy Green, Marie Kelly, Michaela Kirk, Prisha Thanawala, Tammy Beaumont, Georgia Elwiss, Heather Graham, Kathryn Bryce, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Orla Prendergast, Amy Jones, Sarah Bryce, Scarlett Hughes, Amy Wheeler, Cassidy McCarthy, Charley Phillips, Grace Ballinger, Josie Groves, Kirstie Gordon, Lucy Higham, Olivia Baker, Sarah Glenn
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
Players to watch out:
Ella McCaughan
Playing for Hampshire, Ella McCaughan has been a steadying presence at the top of the order throughout her 7 matches in the 2026 season. She has accumulated 239 runs across 6 innings, including two half-centuries and a personal best of 90. While her strike rate of 67.89 reflects a more measured approach, her average of 39.83 proves she is difficult to dislodge once she settles in.
Marie Kelly
Marie Kelly has provided some serious spark for The Blaze, making the most of her 5 appearances by racking up 226 runs. She maintains a healthy average of 45.20 and has already crossed the fifty-run mark twice this year. With a top score of 79 and 26 boundaries to her name, she remains one of the most dangerous middle-order players in the competition.
Charley Phillips
Charley Phillips has emerged as a primary strike weapon for The Blaze, sitting near the top of the bowling charts with 14 wickets in just 6 matches. Her standout performance was a brilliant 5/49, contributing to an impressive average of 15.07. She has proven to be incredibly efficient, maintaining an economy rate of 4.09 while consistently breaking partnerships.
Rebecca Tyson
Leading the line for Hampshire, Rebecca Tyson has put in a heavy shift over 7 matches, sending down 57 overs of work. She has claimed 9 wickets with the best bowling effort of 3/60. Though she is still hunting for that elusive five-wicket haul, her ability to break through at crucial moments has been vital for her side’s defensive efforts.
Pitch:
The surface at Trent Bridge is known for being batting-friendly but offers notable swing for the new ball, particularly in the early sessions. While the ground is currently hosting domestic red-ball cricket, the first team is away in Southampton, meaning any local action will likely see a surface that rewards disciplined fast bowling before flattening out for the batters.
Weather:
The forecast for Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is mostly cloudy with a high temperature of 13°C and a low of 6°C. There is a 20% chance of rain during the day, accompanied by a northwest wind at 8 mph and humidity levels around 56%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Marie Kelly, Kathryn Bryce, Charley Phillips, Grace Ballinger, Josie Groves, Kirstie Gordon, Abigale Norgrove, Ella McCaughan, Maia Bouchier, Bex Tyson, Rebecca Tyson
Match Details:
Date – May 15, 2026
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Broadcast – The ECB app, website, and YouTube channels.
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