As we head into the match 34 of the ECB Women’s One Day Cup 2026, the points table reveals two teams on very different trajectories. Surrey Women find themselves in a solid third position, having secured four wins from their seven outings to accumulate 18 points. Lancashire Women, on the other hand, are languishing near the bottom in eighth place. With only two wins and 10 points to their name, they are desperate to find some momentum and climb out of the lower half of the standings before the group stage slips away.
Squads:
Surrey Women’s Cricket Team
Alice Capsey, Aylish Cranstone, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kira Chathli, Sophia Dunkley, Alexa Stonehouse, Alice Davidson-Richards, Alice Monaghan, Bryony Smith, Emma Jones, Grace Harris, Paige Scholfield, Phoebe Franklin, Priyanaz Chatterji, Jemima Spence, Bethan Miles, Charlotte Lambert, Danielle Gregory, Kalea Moore, Ryana Macdonald-Gay, Tash Farrant, Tilly Corteen-Coleman
Lancashire Women’s Cricket Team
Danielle Collins, Emma Lamb, Eve Jones, Katie Mack, Liberty Heap, Darcey Carter, Kate Cross, Sophie Ecclestone, Mahika Gaur, Grace Potts, Fi Morris, Eleanor Threlkeld, Seren Smale, Grace Johnson, Alisa Lister, Alana King, Hannah Jones, Olivia Bell, Phoebe Graham, Sophie Morris, Tara Norris
Players to watch out:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Danni Wyatt-Hodge has been a dominant force at the top of the order for Surrey, racking up 378 runs in just 5 innings. Her aggressive approach is reflected in a massive strike rate of 130.79, the highest among the top run-getters. With two centuries to her name and a best of 124, she continues to prove why she’s one of the most dangerous openers in the domestic circuit.
Eve Jones
Eve Jones remains the bedrock of the Lancashire batting lineup, contributing a solid 303 runs across 7 matches. While her strike rate of 66.01 suggests a more measured approach, her ability to anchor an innings is invaluable, evidenced by two half-centuries and the highest score of 98. She has faced more balls than almost anyone else in the top ten, showing her grit and determination at the crease.
Maitlan Brown
Maitlan Brown has made a significant impact with the ball for Surrey, spearheading the attack with 14 wickets in 7 games. Her ability to break partnerships is highlighted by the best bowling performance of 4/57 and a tidy economy rate of 5.26. She’s been a consistent threat throughout the tournament, averaging a wicket every 28 balls.
Kate Cross
Kate Cross continues to lead by example for Lancashire, picking up 10 wickets in her 7 appearances so far. Her experience shines through in her control, maintaining an economy of 4.25 and recording a best of 4/38. Whether it’s providing early breakthroughs or tightening the screws in the middle overs, she remains a vital component of her side’s bowling unit.
Pitch:
Scarborough is known as a high-scoring ground with short boundaries. The pitch usually offers a true bounce that batters enjoy but given the overcast conditions and proximity to the North Sea, expect some early movement for the seamers.
Weather:
Expect a mostly overcast day with a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. While the morning should stay dry for the start of the match, there is a slight chance of light, patchy rain in the afternoon.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Alexa Stonehouse, Alice Davidson-Richards, Emma Jones, Danielle Gregory, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Eve Jones, Kate Cross, Sophie Ecclestone, Sophie Morris, Tara Norris
Match Details:
Date – May 16, 2026
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – North Marine Road Ground, Scarborough
Broadcast – The ECB app, website, and YouTube channels.
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