Surrey's Dominance Continues

Tash Farrant and Grace Harris were instrumental in Surrey's victory, each taking three wickets as Surrey secured a five-wicket win over Essex. Despite a strong start by Essex's Grace Scrivens and Lauren Winfield Hill, Surrey's bowlers turned the game around, restricting Essex to 148-7. Surrey's chase was steady, with Kira Chathli's 40 runs and a decisive boundary by Alice Davidson-Richards sealing the win with nine balls to spare.

Bears and Durham Shine

In other matches, the Bears defeated Hampshire by 13 runs, thanks to a solid batting performance led by Meg Austin's 51 off 38 balls. Durham also triumphed, defeating Somerset by four wickets at Taunton. Suzi Bates led the charge for Durham, falling just short of a half-century, but Bess Heath's unbeaten 38 ensured Durham's victory.

Key Performances

• Tash Farrant (Surrey): 3 wickets for 20 runs
• Grace Harris (Surrey): 3 wickets
• Meg Austin (Bears): 51 off 38 balls
• Suzi Bates (Durham): 49 runs

Upcoming Fixtures

Surrey will face Hampshire Hawks at the Utilita Bowl, starting at 15:00 BST. This match is crucial as Surrey aims to maintain its lead in the group standings.

Conclusion

Surrey's return to the top of the Women's T20 Blast group table highlights their resilience and skill. With key players stepping up, Surrey is well-positioned for continued success in the tournament.