Alex Smith

Georgia Adams led Hampshire Hawks into the T20 Blast women’s Finals Day with a standout all-round performance, scoring 49 and taking four wickets as her side defended 151 against The Blaze. Despite early partnerships, Hampshire struggled for acceleration, losing six wickets in the final overs, while The Blaze’s early momentum faded against sustained spin pressure. Key wickets from Adams and Amanda-Jade Wellington secured a comfortable defense, guaranteeing Hampshire a top‑four finish and an unbeaten home record.

Hampshire strengthened their lead atop the T20 Blast South Group with half‑centuries from James Vince and Joe Weatherley, supported by Tristan Stubbs’ rapid 41 to post 190. Kent’s chase was led by Tawanda Muyeye and Zak Crawley, but decisive late overs from Scott Currie and Sonny Baker secured Hampshire a 19‑run victory and maintained their unbeaten home record.