From The Archive | Episode 1: The Move To The Rose Bowl
As we celebrate 25 Years of The Bowl, we uncover the stories behind the venue’s journey.
Central Sparks v Southern Vipers
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy (50-over)
Saturday 2nd July (10:30am Start)
Edgbaston Foundation Community Sports Ground
Southern Vipers begin their Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy title defence on Saturday against Central Sparks at the Edgbaston Foundation Community Sports Ground.
The Vipers were victorious when these two sides last met in a competitive match - the Charlotte Edwards Cup final - and in the most recent friendly between the two teams on Saturday 25th June, the Vipers once again came out on top, winning by 39 runs.
Southern Vipers Squad
The Vipers have named a 14-player squad for the opening match of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.
Lauren Bell is unavailable whilst she's on international duty, but Charlie Dean is available having not played in England's Test match against South Africa.
Anya Shrubsole is suffering from a slight knee injury but remains in the squad.
Batter Emily Windsor is out on a seven-day rolling loan to Lightning.
Full Southern Vipers Squad
|
Georgia Adams Captain (1) |
Ella McCaughan (8) |
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Maia Bouchier (16) |
Tara Norris (24) |
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Charlie Dean (22) |
Carla Rudd † (59) |
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Georgia Elwiss (34) |
Paige Scholfield (7) |
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Nancy Harman (25) |
Anya Shrubsole (41) |
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Chloe Hill † (30) |
Charlotte Taylor (26) |
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Freya Kemp (6) |
Danni Wyatt (28) |
Head-to-Head
Southern Vipers record in Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy matches v Central Sparks
P: 1 W: 0, T: 0, L: 1
Recent meetings:
Tickets
Tickets for Central Sparks v Southern Vipers at Edgbaston are available by clicking here.
Match Coverage
A live stream will be available for the match with a link to the stream will be available in the free-to-download Hampshire Cricket App and at www.ageasbowl.com/cricket.
Both the Hampshire Cricket App and www.ageasbowl.com/cricket will also host a live match centre with scorecard, statistics and insight available throughout the match.
Weather Forecast
Please follow the link to view the latest weather forecast for Edgbaston, Birmingham: https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2650236.
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