A spectacular day in the Women’s One Day Cup 2025 saw four action-packed encounters filled with dramatic finishes, dazzling centuries, and impactful all-round performances. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each match that lit up May 11.
Match 21: Durham Women Triumph over Warwickshire Women
Durham Women pulled off a memorable chase to secure a 3-wicket victory over Warwickshire Women in a tightly contested fixture. After opting to bat first, Warwickshire posted a competitive 243/9 in their 50 overs. Early wickets fell, but the innings was held together by a gritty 57 from Charis Pavely, while Katie George (42) and Davina Perrin (32) made crucial middle-order contributions. Late bursts from Emily Arlott (29) and Issy Wong (32) gave the total a boost.
Durham’s bowlers shared the load efficiently — Sophia Turner led with 3/58, and Mady Villiers, Katie Levick, and Grace Thompson picked up two wickets each. In reply, Durham got the perfect foundation through Suzie Bates, who crafted a classy 72 off 85 balls. Hollie Armitage added 46, but it was Villiers’ unbeaten 65 off 74 that steered the chase home. Supported by Grace Thompson (13*), Durham crossed the line in 46.3 overs with 21 balls to spare. Villiers’ outstanding all-round performance made her the standout of the day. Emily Arlott was the pick of the bowlers from the Warwickshire side with her 2/49.
Match 22: Georgia Adams’ Century Lifts Hampshire to a Solid Win Over Essex
Georgia Adams lit up Southampton with a magnificent unbeaten century as Hampshire Women defeated Essex Women by 17 runs in a high-scoring thriller. Batting first after being put in, Hampshire racked up 273/5, thanks to Adams’ anchoring 110* off 130 balls. Support came from Ella McCaughan (44), Rhianna Southby (61), and brisk cameos from Maia Bouchier and others.
Essex’s bowlers struggled for control, with Kate Coppack being the most successful (2/44). In response, Essex showed great fight. Grace Scrivens played a gem of an innings, scoring a brilliant 101 off 120 deliveries. However, despite efforts from Jodi Grewcock (33), Sophia Smale (26*), and Alice Macleod (25), Hampshire’s disciplined bowling attack — led by Linsey Smith (4/33) and Lauren Bell (2/56) — ensured their team held on for a deserved win.
Match 23: Lancashire Women Hold Their Nerve to Edge The Blaze
A tight contest at Manchester saw Lancashire Women clinch a 4-wicket win over The Blaze Women with just 16 balls to spare. Batting first, The Blaze posted 222 before being bowled out in 48.2 overs. Ella Claridge impressed with a well-made 63, while Amy Jones contributed 52. However, regular strikes from Lancashire — particularly Grace Potts, who finished with 4/37 — ensured the target stayed within reach.
Lancashire’s chase was anchored by a composed 74 from Emma Lamb. Though Blaze bowlers kept things interesting — with Kirstie Gordon picking up 3/33 — key knocks from Eve Jones (33), Kate Cross (38*), and Eleanor Threlkeld’s steady 35* ensured Lancashire got over the line with wickets in hand.
Match 24: Bryony Smith and Surrey Women Storm Past Somerset
In a rain-adjusted 44-over clash, Surrey Women dominated Somerset Women with a commanding 101-run victory. Batting first, Surrey unleashed a run-fest, piling up 306/7. Bryony Smith was at her destructive best with a superb 110 off 103 balls, while Sophia Dunkley (79) and Danni Wyatt-Hodge (44) kept the momentum high. The late-over fireworks came courtesy of Alice Monaghan and Alice Davidson-Richards. Amanda-Jade Wellington stood out for Somerset with 4/47 in an otherwise expensive bowling effort.
In reply, Somerset faltered under the pressure of a daunting chase. Wellington again top-scored with a quick 36 (29), alongside Heather Knight’s 36(41) and Fran Wilson’s 23, but consistent strikes from Surrey’s bowlers ended their innings at 215 in 40.5 overs. Danielle Gregory, Alice Monaghan and Alexa Stonehouse each took two wickets, capping off a clinical performance by Surrey.
From Georgia Adams’ unbeaten ton to Mady Villiers’ match-winning all-round show and Bryony Smith’s explosive hundred, May 11 delivered high-octane action across the Women’s One Day Cup. With each match offering drama and brilliance in equal measure, the tournament continues to build momentum in spectacular fashion.
