Essex Women v Lancashire Women
Metro Bank One Day Cup
Ambassador Cruise Line Ground, Chelmsford
Sunday 04 May | 10:30am start
The Women’s 50-over competition returns to Chelmsford on Sunday as Essex Women take on Lancashire Women in the fourth fixture of the Metro Bank One Day Cup.
Coming off the back of a defeat at Taunton Vale against Somerset on Thursday, the Essex Women return home on Sunday to face off against the Lancashire Thunder.
Still yet to find a win in the competition, the group led by Grace Scrivens will be looking to bounce back and secure victory against the Thunder, who find themselves in second place.
Squad
Team Director, Andy Tennant, has selected a 14-player squad for the game against Lancashire.
The Opposition
The Lancashire Thunder are led by Captain Ellie Threlkeld and Head Coach Chris Chambers.
The Old Trafford outfit also has Kate Cross in their ranks, a key player for the Thunder both on and off the field who was the first woman to join the Lancashire academy back in 2006.
Around her international commitments, she is a key part of the Thunder’s drive for regional success, not just as an opening bowler but as a lower order batter.
Lancashire squad: Ellie Threlkeld (c), Olivia Bell, Alice Clarke, Danielle Collins, Kate Cross, Sophie Ecclestone, Mahika Gaur, Phoebe Graham, Liberty Heap, Hannah Jones, Alana King, Emma Lamb, Ailsa Lister, Katie Mack, Fi Morris, Sophie Morris, Tara Norris, Hannah Rainey, Seren Smale.
Lancashire Preview
Player to watch: Eve Jones | Linchpin top order batter. The seasoned left-hander has been in impressive domestic form, and if she keeps it up, Ellie Threlkeld’s side will be strong contenders in the competition.
Young gun: Grace Potts | Fast bowler Grace Potts is on the verge of senior England honours, having toured South Africa with them before Christmas. A sparkling summer will give the 22-year-old a great chance of debuting under new national coach, Charlotte Edwards.
Final thought: Lancashire’s squad looks stronger on paper than recent results might indicate. A solid run of appearances from England stars Kate Cross and Sophie Ecclestone would provide a major lift. Strong performances from fringe internationals Mahika Gaur, Emma Lamb, and Seren Smale could also prove decisive. Australian duo Katie Mack and leg-spinner Alana King are set to share overseas duties in the first half of the 2025 season
How To Watch
If you are unable to attend any of the match days, the game will be available to watch via the Essex Cricket Matchzone, through the YouTube livestream.
Daily highlights will be available after each day’s play via the Club website and social media. Live updates will also be provided through the Club’s various social platforms and channels.
Purchase your Essex vs Somerset Double Header tickets!
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Our first home Vitality Blast T20 fixture features a double header – Essex Women v Somerset Women (12pm) & Essex Men v Somerset Men (4pm).
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