Durham Women vs Hampshire Women will face off in the Metro Bank One Day Cup Women at Banks Homes Riverside, Chester-le-Street on 7 September, with the match beginning at 15:00 IST (10:30 UK time). Durham will be looking to make the most of their home advantage, while Hampshire arrive with a well-balanced squad and high ambitions in the competition.
Form Guide
Durham Women
Durham Women are still a developing side at this level, showing glimpses of talent but struggling for consistency across matches. Their batting often leans on one or two players to hold the innings together, while their bowling attack relies more on accuracy than penetration. At home, however, they’ll hope to cause an upset against stronger opposition.
- Batting order prone to collapses when early wickets fall.
- Bowling unit dependent on discipline rather than raw pace.
- Young squad still learning to adapt to pressure situations.
Hampshire Women
Hampshire Women bring balance and depth, with experienced batters in the top order and bowlers capable of striking at crucial moments. They’ve been one of the more reliable sides in recent seasons and will view this clash as an opportunity to collect vital points and build momentum.
- Top-order batters consistently lay foundations for competitive totals.
- Bowling features seam and spin options well-suited to English conditions.
- Strong record in domestic competitions makes them favourites here.
Key Players
Durham Women
- Jess Butler – Promising batter, capable of providing stability in the top order.
- Rosie MacDonald – Allrounder, offering contributions with both bat and ball.
- Anna Nicholls – Reliable bowler, tasked with making early breakthroughs.
Hampshire Women
- Ella Chandler – Consistent top-order batter, providing a solid platform.
- Fi Morris – Allrounder, equally dangerous with bat and ball.
- Charlotte Taylor – Experienced off-spinner, key in controlling middle overs.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The Riverside surface in Chester-le-Street usually offers seam movement early, rewarding disciplined bowlers. Batters who can weather the new ball often find runs easier to come by later in the innings. The weather is expected to be cool but dry, providing excellent conditions for cricket with minimal chance of interruptions.
Durham Women vs Hampshire Women – Prediction
Durham will depend on Jess Butler and Rosie MacDonald for runs, with Anna Nicholls needing to deliver with the ball. However, Hampshire’s superior depth, featuring Ella Chandler, Fi Morris, and Charlotte Taylor, makes them overwhelming favourites. Prediction: Hampshire Women to secure a comfortable win at Chester-le-Street.
Dream 11 Fantasy Picks
- Captain: Fi Morris – allrounder offering consistent fantasy points.
- Vice-captain: Jess Butler – Durham’s most dependable batting option.
- Value pick: Charlotte Taylor – proven wicket-taker in the Hampshire line-up.
