The second semi-final of the Women’s Vitality Blast 2026 promises another exciting contest as Hampshire Hawks Women face Durham Women at the Kennington Oval in London. Hampshire finished the league stage at the top of the standings after a dominant campaign, while Durham qualified for the Finals Day with a series of impressive performances to secure a top four finish.
This Women’s T20 Blast semi-final preview covers the match details, predicted playing XIs, pitch report, live streaming information and the Hampshire Women vs Durham Women prediction.
Match Details
- Match: Hampshire Hawks Women vs Durham Women, semi-final 2
- Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST (2:30 PM Local)
- Venue: Kennington Oval, London
Live Streaming
The match will be available live on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom, while fans can also watch it through the ECB App and the respective team YouTube channels.
Pitch Report
The second semi-final will be played on the same day as the opening knockout match, meaning the Oval surface is expected to slow down as the day progresses.
Spinners are likely to receive more assistance with additional grip and turn, making the middle overs crucial. Batters who spend time at the crease should still be able to score freely, but stroke making could become more challenging during the latter stages of the game.
Winning the toss and batting first could be the preferred strategy, as scoreboard pressure often plays a significant role in knockout matches.
Predicted Playing XI
Hampshire Hawks Women
- Maia Bouchier
- Georgia Adams (C)
- Naomi Dattani
- Francesca Sweet
- Rhianna Southby (wk)
- Nancy Harman
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Pippa Sproul
- Poppy Tulloch
- Eliza Bristowe
- Bex Tyson
Hampshire boast one of the most balanced squads in the competition, combining a dependable batting order with a strong spin attack led by Australian leg-spinner Amanda-Jade Wellington.
Durham Women
- Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk)
- Bryony Gill
- Heather Graham
- Mady Villiers
- Bess Heath
- Trudy Johnson
- Katherine Fraser
- Katie Levick
- Sophia Turner
- Rachel Slater
- Tatiana Chater
Durham rely on experienced campaigners and impactful all-rounders. Their spin department, featuring Katie Levick and Mady Villiers, could play a key role on a surface expected to assist slower bowlers.
Players to Watch
Maia Bouchier has been a consistent performer at the top of the order for Hampshire and will be crucial in providing a solid start. Captain Georgia Adams adds stability in the middle order, while Amanda-Jade Wellington has the ability to change the game with her leg spin.
For Durham, Katie Levick will be one of the biggest threats with the ball, particularly if the pitch offers turn. Heather Graham’s all-round ability and Lauren Winfield-Hill’s experience at the top of the order could also prove decisive.
Hampshire Women vs Durham Women Prediction
Hampshire enter the semi-final as favourites after finishing at the top of the table and displaying remarkable consistency throughout the tournament. Their balanced batting unit, experienced leadership and quality spin attack make them well-suited to the conditions at the Oval.
Durham certainly have the talent to cause an upset, but they will need their senior players to deliver against one of the strongest teams in the competition.
Prediction: Hampshire Hawks Women to defeat Durham Women and qualify for the Women’s T20 Blast 2026 final.
