Queen’s Park, Chesterfield, will host the 53rd match of the ongoing 4th edition of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy (RHFT), featuring a face-off between The Blaze and Central Sparks. The game is scheduled for the 6th of September 2024, with the live action commencing at 3:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
The Blaze – Kirstie Gordon (C), Ella Claridge, Marie Kelly, Sarah Bryce, Beth Harmer, Josie Groves, Sarah Glenn, Grace Ballinger, Teresa Graves, Lucy Higham, Tammy Beaumont, Scarlett Hughes, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Sophie Munro, Michael Kirk, Georgie Boyce, Cassidy McCarthy, Kathryn Bryce
Central Sparks – Eve Jones (C), Davina Perrin, Georgia Davis, Chloe Brewer, Grace Potts, Bethan Ellis, Ria Fackrell, Ami Campbell, Ellie Anderson, Issy Wong, Em Arlott, Katie George, Abbey Freeborn, Poppy Davies, Charis Pavely, Amy Jones, Hannah Baker
Players to watch out:
Sarah Bryce
The 24-year-old keeper-batter, from 6 outings in this RHFT season, has posted 274 runs on the board, averaging 45.66. Sarah has been in notable form of late and has kicked off this 3rd and final leg of RHFT fixtures with solid scores of 41 and 34. She can be counted on for runs, converting her starts into substantial scores.
Kristie Gordon
the 26-year-old left-arm off-spinner, in the 2024 RHFT games, has taken 17 wickets from 12 T20Is, maintaining an economy rate of 4.05, with the best of 4/40. Kristie, continuing her effective and economical form, has registered figures of 2/26, 2/45, and 0/33 in the 3rd leg fixtures. She can be relied upon for breakthroughs.
Eve Jones
The 32-year-old opening batter, from 14 appearances in this RHFT edition, has amassed 540 runs at an average of 45.00, with a highest score of 136*. Eve notched up her 2nd ton of the season on the RHFT return for the 3rd leg, scoring 130, and followed up with scores of 54 and 57. She is a reliable anchor and can be counted on for runs.
Hannah Baker
The 20-year-old leg-spinner, from 11 outings in the 2024 RHFT games, has bagged 15 wickets, maintaining an economy rate of 4.72. Hannah has had a consistent run this season, and her returns from her previous couple of outings read 1/34 and 1/32. She can be trusted for wickets, extending this form into the business end.
Pitch:
The 22 yards at Queen’s Park, Chesterfield, provide a somewhat neutral playing field, as the conditions favor both batters and bowlers. Pacers, in particular, benefit from the conditions, and a score in the 250s can be deemed competitive on this wicket.
Weather:
The conditions at Chesterfield are forecasted to be bright and pleasant for cricket. The temperature is expected to hover around 21°C, with moderate winds and humidity at 76%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Sarah Bryce, Eve Jones, Tammy Beaumont, Davina Perrin, Kathryn Bryce, Bethan Ellis, Em Arlott, Charis Pavely, Kirstie Gordon, Georgia Davis, Sophie Munro
Match details:
Date – September 6, 2024
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – Queen’s Park, Chesterfield
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the regional team’s website and YouTube channel.