This Women’s T20 Blast 2026 match will see Essex Women take on Hampshire Women at Chelmsford. Essex are currently 5th on the points table with 13 points from 5 matches, having won 3 and lost 2. Hampshire Women are placed 6th with 8 points from 4 matches and will be hoping to improve their position with a strong performance.
Essex have had a good season so far, with both their batters and bowlers performing well at important times. Hampshire have had mixed results but have several experienced players who can make a big impact. With valuable points available, both teams will be looking to put together a strong all-round performance.
Squads:
Essex Women’s Cricket Team
Alice Macleod, Cordelia Griffith, Florence Miller, Joanne Gardner, Maddie Blinkhorn-Jones, Eva Gray, Grace Scrivens, Jodi Grewcock, Amara Carr, Ariana Dowse, Abtaha Maqsood, Esmae MacGregor, Kate Coppack, Kelly Castle, Sophia Smale, Sophie Munro, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Madeline Penna, Maddie Blinkhorn-Jones
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, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Daisy Gibb, Freya Davies, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Megan Sturge, Nancy Harman, Rebecca Tyson
Players to watch out:
Grace Scrivens
Scrivens has been Essex’s top run-scorer this season. She has scored 183 runs in 5 matches at an average of 45.75 and a strike rate of 127.97, with the highest score of 85* coming in her most recent outing. She has provided solid starts and has been one of the main reasons behind Essex’s success this season.
Ella McCaughan
McCaughan has scored 100 runs in 4 matches at an average of 25.00 and a strike rate of 114.94. Her highest score is 69, and she will be important to Hampshire’s chances with the bat. Though Ella walked back for 14, 16, and 1 in her previous three innings, it’ll be hoped she builds on these starts and delivers another big score.
Eva Gray
Gray has been one of Essex’s best bowlers this season, taking 8 wickets in 4 matches. Her best figures are 3/25, while she has maintained an average of 14.25 and an economy rate of 7.27. Eva has 3 two-wicket hauls and a 3-fer as well in her five T20 outings. She has regularly picked up important wickets and kept the scoring under control.
Georgia Adams
Adams has taken 7 wickets in 4 matches with best figures of 3/24. She has a bowling average of 14.42 and an economy rate of 6.31. Her ability to strike at key moments makes her a very important bowler for Hampshire. She has chipped in with scores of 36, 9, 10, and 30, and can be counted for more all-round efforts.
Pitch:
The pitch offers good bounce and pace, helping batters play their shots freely once they settle in. Fast bowlers may get some movement in the early overs, especially if conditions are cloudy. As the game progresses, batting usually becomes easier. The fast outfield also helps batters find boundaries regularly, which often leads to healthy scores.
Weather:
The weather in Chelmsford is expected to remain mostly cloudy throughout the day. Temperatures will be around 21°C, with a low of 13°C later in the evening. Winds of around 22 km/h could help seam bowlers early in the innings. There is a small chance of rain, but the conditions look suitable for a full match.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Grace Scrivens, Ella McCaughan, Maia Bouchier, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Georgia Adams, Jodi Grewcock, Amara Carr, Eva Gray, Abtaha Maqsood, Sophia Smale, Maddie Blinkhorn-Jones
Match Details:
Date – June 07, 2026
Time – 6:30 PM IST
Venue – County Ground, Chelmsford
Broadcast – ECB App, official website and YouTube channels
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