The stage is set for a blockbuster Finals Day in the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 at the Kia Oval, where four of the country’s most formidable sides will battle it out in a high-stakes double-header to decide who hoists the trophy. The road here has been nothing short of a grind, sorting the true contenders from the rest.
Hampshire Hawks stormed into the knockouts as the undisputed heavyweights after a thoroughly clinical group stage that saw them drop only two games on their way to the top spot. Not far behind them are a resilient Surrey side, who locked down second place with eight wins, showing a knack for pulling off gritty victories when their backs were against the wall. The Blaze secured their route with a tense, nerve-shredding three-wicket win over Yorkshire to snatch third, while a highly unpredictable Durham outfit squeezed into the top four, carrying the ultimate wild-card energy.
The morning slot sees a fascinating tactical match between Surrey and The Blaze; a fixture loaded with recent psychological baggage. When these two met earlier in the campaign, Surrey’s bowlers triggered a spectacular batting collapse to defend 155, a result The Blaze will be incredibly eager to avenge. The key to this opening clash lies in how The Blaze’s top-order powerhouse, Tammy Beaumont, handles Surrey’s disciplined bowling attack—particularly Kalea Moore, whose devastating spells have broken games wide open this summer. If The Blaze can weather that early storm and build a platform, their batting depth could overwhelm Surrey. However, if Surrey strike early and force the East Midlands side into a rebuilding phase, they will likely dictate the tempo all the way to the finish line.
As the afternoon heat sets in, the narrative shifts to a classic showdown as table-toppers Hampshire take on a fearless Durham side. On paper, Hampshire’s supreme consistency makes them overwhelming favorites, anchored by the reliable all-round presence of Naomi Dattani. Yet, Durham hold a massive ace up their sleeve: they are one of the very few teams to have actively figured out the blueprint to beat Hampshire this season, having pulled off a stunning upset against them back in May. With star players like Hollie Armitage capable of taking the game completely away from the opposition, Durham will look to play with absolute freedom, knowing all the pressure rests squarely on Hampshire’s shoulders.
Squads:
Semi Final 1
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
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
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 3
- Surrey won – 2
- The Blaze won – 1
History slightly favors the London side in this matchup, with Surrey holding a 2–1 lead in their three previous encounters. While it is a tight margin, that extra victory gives Surrey a crucial psychological edge heading into the pressure cooker of a semi-final. The Blaze know they have the tools to turn the tables, but they will need to execute flawlessly to level the score when it matters most.
Squads:
Semi Final 2
Durham Women’s Cricket Team
Emily Windsor, Emma Marlow, Hollie Armitage, Leah Dobson, Suzie Bates, Katherine Fraser, Mady Villiers, Trudy Johnson, Bess Heath, Mia Rogers, Abigail Glen, Katie Levick, Lauren Filer, Lizzie Scott, Phoebe Turner, Sophia Turner
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
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 4
- Durham won – 3
- Hampshire won – 1
Despite Hampshire’s dominant run to the top of the table, the head-to-head record reveals a fascinating twist: Durham have been their kryptonite. In four meetings, Durham have emerged victorious three times, leaving Hampshire with just a solitary win. This 3–1 record in Durham’s favor completely flips the favorites narrative, giving the northeastern side immense belief that they have Hampshire’s number.
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
United Kingdom
Sky Sports Cricket airs selected matches live. Crucially, all non-televised matches are streamed for free on the ECB website, the England Cricket App, and individual county YouTube channels. Extended highlights are available on Channel 5.
India
Matches are broadcast on Sony Sports Network and streamed on FanCode and SonyLIV.
USA & Canada
Coverage is provided by Willow TV, accessible via Sling TV or Amazon Prime Video.
Australia
Viewers can watch via Fox Cricket or stream through Kayo Sports (offers a 7-day free trial).
Rest of World
Non-televised matches are available for free via the ECB website and county YouTube channels.
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