Lancashire Women Secure Victory Over Hampshire in One Day Cup
Kate Cross sets up Lancashire victory
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Lancashire Women defeated Hampshire Women by six wickets in the Women's Metro Bank One Day Cup at Emirates Old Trafford. Led by Kate Cross's impressive bowling performance of 3 for 31, Hampshire was bowled out for 153, allowing Lancashire to chase down the target with 16.3 overs to spare.
- 01Kate Cross took 3 wickets for 31 runs, marking her 100th wicket for Lancashire.
- 02Emma Lamb scored 56 runs, while Maddie Penna remained not out at 36.
- 03Lancashire's opening partnership of 93 between Lamb and Eve Jones was crucial.
- 04Hampshire's top scorer was Amanda-Jade Wellington with 32 runs.
- 05Lancashire won with 16.3 overs remaining.
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In a commanding performance, Lancashire Women triumphed over Hampshire Women by six wickets in the Women's Metro Bank One Day Cup at Emirates Old Trafford. Hampshire was bowled out for 153 runs in 42.1 overs, with Kate Cross leading the bowling attack, taking 3 wickets for 31 runs, and achieving her 100th wicket for the team in the professional era. Amanda-Jade Wellington top-scored for Hampshire with 32 runs. Lancashire's chase was anchored by an opening partnership of 93 runs between Emma Lamb, who scored 56 runs, and Eve Jones, who contributed 47 runs. Despite a couple of quick wickets from Wellington, Maddie Penna's unbeaten 36 runs helped secure the victory with 16.3 overs to spare.
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This victory boosts Lancashire's standing in the tournament and sets a positive tone for their upcoming matches.
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