Lancashire Women vs Yorkshire Women - July 10, 2026
In an exciting encounter at Emirates Old Trafford, Yorkshire Women emerged victorious against Lancashire Women by 29 runs. Ami Campbell's impressive half-century and Holly Garton's three-wicket haul were pivotal in Yorkshire's triumph. Jess Jonassen also played a crucial all-round role, contributing with both bat and ball.
Match Summary
- Winner: Yorkshire Women won by 29 runs.
- Player of the Match: Ami Campbell for her outstanding innings of 64 runs off 42 balls.
- Top Performers:
- Batting: Ami Campbell (64), Jess Jonassen (33)
- Bowling: Holly Garton (3/23), Jess Jonassen (2/24)
- Notable Partnerships: Ami Campbell anchored the innings with solid support from Erin Thomas and Jess Jonassen.
- Interesting Catches: Fi Morris, Kate Cross, and Lauren Winfield-Hill made crucial catches that turned the game.
Detailed Narrative
Yorkshire Women set a competitive total of 162/6 in their allotted 20 overs after being put into bat by Lancashire Women. The innings was anchored by Ami Campbell, who played a scintillating knock of 64 runs from just 42 balls, hitting six fours and two sixes. She received valuable support from Jess Jonassen, who scored a brisk 33 off 21 deliveries, and Erin Thomas, who contributed 28 runs.
Lancashire Women's bowlers had moments of success with Darcey Carter being the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for just 22 runs in her four overs. Fi Morris and Sophie Morris also chipped in with a wicket each.
In response, Lancashire Women struggled to build momentum in their chase. Despite a fighting knock from Kate Cross, who remained unbeaten on 28 off 20 balls, they could only manage to score 133/8 in their 20 overs. Tilly Kesteven showed promise before retiring hurt on 28 runs. The batting line-up faltered against the disciplined bowling attack led by Holly Garton, who claimed three crucial wickets while conceding just 23 runs. Jess Jonassen continued her all-round performance by taking two wickets for just 24 runs.
The fielding efforts from Yorkshire were noteworthy with Sterre Kalis and Lauren Winfield-Hill taking two catches each to keep Lancashire's chase in check. The match highlighted the importance of partnerships and efficient bowling in T20 cricket as Yorkshire clinched a well-deserved victory.