Charli Knott's 4-Wicket Haul Seals It for The Blaze Women
The Blaze Women have won by 6 wickets. Surrey Women batted first and posted 105/10 in 15.2 overs. The Blaze Women chased down 106 in just 16.3 overs.
Surrey Women struggled through their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. Bryony Smith top-scored with 29 off 28 balls (SR 104), but lacked support from the other end. The powerplay yielded 50 runs.
In the chase, Kathryn Bryce anchored the innings with 34 off 34 balls. It was a measured knock that kept The Blaze Women on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Charli Knott delivered figures of 4/15 in 2.2 overs (Econ 6.8). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
BLA-W lead the series 32-4. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 4 of the first innings was the inflection point — 16 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
34 off 34 balls (SR 100), 4 fours, 0 sixes
4/15 in 2.2 overs (Econ: 6.43)
29 off 28 balls (SR 104), 3 fours, 2 sixes
Verdict
The Blaze Women showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Surrey Women were outplayed in all departments. A 6 wickets defeat lays bare the gaps in their game — the batting lacked application and the bowling had no answers. Plenty of hard conversations ahead of the next match. BLA-W lead the series 32-4. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.