Vitality Blast Countdown: McDermott’s Explosive Radlett Innings

Australian wicket-keeper batter Ben McDermott made an sensational 83 from just 30 balls against Middlesex at Radlett in last year’s Vitality Blast

2022 Vitality Blast champions Hampshire Hawks begin their 2023 T20 campaign at Taunton against Somerset on Wednesday 24th May.

We are counting down the days until the Hawks’ title defence begins and today marks 83 days until then. The Hawks travelled to Radlett to take on Middlesex in last year’s Vitality Blast and opening batter Ben McDermott put on a masterclass in power hitting, smashing 83 runs from just 30 balls.

James Vince won the toss for the Hawks, electing to field first. An impressive bowling display, including figures of 3-14 from Liam Dawson, saw Middlesex restricted to just 142/7 from their 20 overs.

This brought Vince and McDermott to the crease, where they put the Hawks firmly in control.

The pair set a new opening partnership record for Hampshire in T20s as they combined for 132 runs.

Facing just 30 balls, McDermott scored 83 of those runs, at a strike rate of 276.66. His innings included five fours and an incredible nine sixes.

He had to depart in the tenth over before the skipper saw the visitors over the line with a half-century to win the match by nine wickets.

It was announced today that McDermott would be returning to the Hawks for the 2023 Vitality Blast, alongside fellow Australian Nathan Ellis. Click here to read the full story.


Vitality Blast Passports are available at the Super Early Bird rate, just £99, which means fans can still secure their seat to watch the reigning champions in all seven home matches at The Ageas Bowl this summer, including two double-headers with 2022 Charlotte Edwards Cup winners Southern Vipers and the famous ‘el clasicoast’ derby against Sussex Sharks, at the best price.

Secure a Vitality Blast Passport by following the link below.

Buy Vitality Blast Passport

Super Early Bird discounted Vitality Blast tickets and Passports are currently available to purchase until Friday 31st March, after which, tickets and Passports will become available at the Early Bird rate.

Fans can secure their place at the best possible price, courtesy of the Super Early Bird discount, by following the link below.

Buy Vitality Blast Tickets

Further discounts on tickets are available to those planning to attend Vitality Blast at The Ageas Bowl in a group of six or more, with tiered discounts available depending on the size of group and individual rewards available to group bookers.

Follow the link below to find out more about group tickets for this summer’s T20s.

Buy Group Tickets

Vitality Blast Plus tickets are returning for this summer’s Hampshire Hawks T20s, providing an upgraded experience to ticket buyers. Ticket Plus customers can skip the queue to access the ground with priority gate entry on the matchday, enjoy the best view in cricket from premium suite seating and relax in a private suite with a bar.

Ticket Plus has also been popular with fans so far with these premium tickets already becoming limited for a number of Hampshire Hawks’ T20 matchdays. Click here to find out more about the premium Ticket Plus option to see Hampshire Hawks' Vitality Blast title defence at The Ageas Bowl this summer.

The Ageas Bowl will host hospitality packages for all seven home matches, with inclusive high-quality food and complimentary drinks across our Shared Suites and Private Boxes.

For more information or to purchase a hospitality package follow the link below.

Vitality Blast Hospitality

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