Welcome to our detailed Leicestershire Women vs Northamptonshire Women prediction for the 2nd T20 Blast Women match, scheduled for Sunday, 1st June 2025 at the County Ground, Northampton. Both sides have shown flashes of brilliance in recent games, making this clash an intriguing contest. Leicestershire Women will look to bounce back after a big defeat, while Northamptonshire Steelbacks Women aim to maintain momentum from their recent victories. Cricketwebs offers 100% match prediction tips, including fantasy team suggestions, score forecasts, and winning chances.
Match Details
| Match | Leicestershire Women vs Northamptonshire Women – 2nd T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 1st June 2025 |
| Time | 4:30 PM IST |
| Venue | County Ground, Northampton |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Northamptonshire Women Preview
Northamptonshire Steelbacks Women are riding high with two wins from their last three matches. They’ve showcased versatility by securing victories both batting and bowling first. A major strength lies in their bowling, averaging 8.6 wickets per game recently.
Their captain Gemma Marriott, a new recruit from Middlesex, brings valuable leadership and experience. While her personal form has been modest (30 runs and 1 wicket in 3 matches), all-rounder Amelia Kemp has been vital—scoring 54 runs and picking 4 wickets in her last 3 matches.
Spin is Northamptonshire’s key weapon. Leg-spinner Anisha Patel has an impressive T20 career with 65 wickets from 64 games. She’ll combine with the potent Lenny Sims (32 wickets in 29 matches) to form a formidable middle-overs duo. With strong bowling depth and decent batting support from players like Alicia Presland and Abby Butcher, Northamptonshire will look to stifle the Leicestershire batting unit.
Leicestershire Women Preview
Leicestershire Women, known as the Foxes, suffered a heavy 109-run defeat against Lancashire Thunder in their last outing. However, they had previously won two consecutive matches, including a confident victory over Northamptonshire.
Captain Rebecca Brooker is the pillar of their batting, scoring 75 runs in her last three innings. Francesca Sweet, with 60 runs including a 52-run knock versus Northamptonshire, is another reliable batter. Scottish international Ellen Watson adds finishing power in the middle order with 124 T20 career runs.
On the bowling front, Holly Whitfield is in red-hot form, bagging 6 wickets recently. She will lead the attack alongside Ellie Phillips, who’s taken 5 wickets in her last three appearances. These bowlers will be tasked with breaking the backbone of Northamptonshire’s middle order and restricting them below par.
If Leicestershire’s top order clicks, they can dominate the Steelbacks yet again.
Probable Playing XIs
Leicestershire Women:
Rebecca Brooker (C), Francesca Sweet, Flora Davies, Lucy Weston, Ellen Watson, Ellie Phillips, D’nica Roff, Laura Crofts, Holly Whitfield, April Herathge
Northamptonshire Women:
Abby Butcher, Gemma Marriott (C), Amelia Kemp, Bethany Ascott, Alicia Presland, Mabel Reid, Lenny Sims, Ella Phillips, Erica Turner (wk), Bethan Robinson, Anisha Patel
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Batsmen | Rebecca Brooker, Francesca Sweet, Alicia Presland |
| Wicketkeeper | Erica Turner |
| All-rounders | Amelia Kemp, Ellen Watson, Gemma Marriott |
| Bowlers | Anisha Patel, Lenny Sims, Holly Whitfield, Ellie Phillips |
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
- Captain: Holly Whitfield – In excellent bowling form and a wicket-taking threat.
- Vice-Captain: Amelia Kemp – Consistent with both bat and ball.
Players to Avoid
- Mabel Reid – Not delivering consistent performances.
- Lucy Weston – Lack of recent impact with bat or ball.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match – Leicestershire Women
Leicestershire Women are favourites to win this contest due to their recent dominance over Northamptonshire and a more balanced squad. Their top order has been firing, and they possess match-winning bowlers like Holly Whitfield and Ellie Phillips. Even though they faced a heavy defeat in the County Cup quarter-final, their past victories and team composition suggest they’ll bounce back strong. Northamptonshire relies heavily on a couple of players, especially with the bat. If Leicestershire gets early wickets, they’ll have the upper hand. Their superior head-to-head performance and all-round strength make them a better pick for this clash.
Pitch Report
The pitch at County Ground, Northampton is usually balanced. Batters can score runs once set, but the surface tends to support spinners in the middle overs. Expect a total in the range of 140–150 to be competitive.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected on match day with no forecast of rain. Conditions should remain ideal for a full match with moderate humidity and a slight breeze aiding bowlers.
Broadcast Details
Platform: Fancode (India and select global regions)
Score Prediction
- If Leicestershire Women Bat First: 149+
- If Northamptonshire Women Bat First: 142+
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Northamptonshire Women
Decision: Likely to bowl first, considering recent success chasing.
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Match Prediction
Winner: Leicestershire Women Will Win
Backed by in-form players and recent dominance over their opponents, Leicestershire look set to register another victory in the Women’s T20 Blast 2025.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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