Lancashire Women will be looking to get back to winning ways when they take on table-toppers The Blaze Women in Match 42 of the ECB Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 at Stanley Park, Blackpool, on June 17. The match will begin at 3:00 PM IST.
The two teams have had very different seasons so far. Lancashire Women are currently ninth in the points table with 10 points from nine matches. They have managed just two wins and suffered seven defeats. The Blaze Women, on the other hand, have been the best team in the competition. They sit comfortably at the top of the standings with 36 points from nine matches, having won eight games and lost only once. They also come into this contest after five straight victories and will be confident of continuing their excellent run.
The recent head-to-head record between these teams has been closely fought. The Blaze won their most recent meeting earlier this season by six runs through the DLS method. Before that, Lancashire won three consecutive matches against The Blaze during the 2025 season.
Squads:
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
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
Players to watch out:
Eve Jones
Eve Jones has been Lancashire’s standout batter this season. She is currently one of the leading run-scorers in the tournament with 485 runs from nine innings at an average of 53.88. Her impressive season includes one century and three half-centuries, with a highest score of 113. Jones has regularly given Lancashire strong starts and will once again be a key player at the top of the order.
Kate Cross
The experienced England fast bowler has been leading Lancashire’s bowling attack this season. Cross has taken 14 wickets in nine matches, including best figures of 4/38, while maintaining an economy rate of 4.55. Her ability to bowl accurately with the new ball and in the death overs makes her one of Lancashire’s most important players. Cross also brings plenty of international experience.
Georgia Elwiss
Georgia Elwiss has played an important role in The Blaze’s strong campaign. The experienced all-rounder has scored 330 runs in eight innings at an average of 47.14, including three half-centuries. She has provided stability in the middle order and has helped her side recover from difficult situations on several occasions. Her experience makes her a valuable player in big matches.
Charley Phillips
Charley Phillips has been one of the best bowlers in the tournament this season. She has picked up 18 wickets from eight matches at an average of 15.72 and an economy rate of only 4.07. Her best figures of 5/49 show how effective she can be when she finds her rhythm. Phillips has consistently provided breakthroughs for The Blaze and will be a major threat to Lancashire’s batting line-up.
Pitch:
The pitch at Stanley Park is usually very good for batting. The surface is generally flat and allows batters to play their shots freely once they get settled. Bowlers often have to work hard for wickets because there is usually not much help from the pitch. The fast outfield also helps batters score runs quickly when they find the gaps.
Weather:
Temperatures are expected to be around 20°C during the afternoon and around 14°C later in the day. There is only a small chance of rain, with partial sunshine expected for most of the match. One factor that could influence the game is the wind, which is expected to blow at around 26 km/h.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Eve Jones, Georgia Elwiss, Emma Lamb, Tammy Beaumont, Sarah Bryce, Kathryn Bryce, Orla Prendergast, Heather Graham, Kate Cross, Charley Phillips, Sarah Glenn
Match Details:
Date – June 17, 2026
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – Stanley Park, Blackpool
Live Streaming – The match will be streamed live on the ECB App, ECB Website and ECB YouTube Channel.
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