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Northamptonshire Women vs Gloucestershire Women, VBWL2, Today Match Prediction
NW-W vs GW-W Win Probability
Toss Winner - Northamptonshire Women won the toss and choose to bowl first
Gloucestershire Women beat Northamptonshire Women by 43 runs
Can Gloucestershire Women strengthen their top-four position?
- Emily Geach has been Gloucestershire Women's leading batter this season, scoring 166 runs in 7 matches.
- Charlotte Phillips is the team's joint-highest wicket-taker with 7 wickets in 6 matches and will be one of their key bowlers in this contest.
- Mabel Reid has been Northamptonshire Women's leading run-scorer so far, scoring 131 runs in 6 matches at an average of 21.83.
Gloucestershire Women to win the match.
| Tournament: | Vitality Blast Women League 2, 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | The County Ground, Northampton, United Kingdom |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 19.2°C|Partly cloudy |
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NW-W vs GW-W Match Prediction & Analysis
Northamptonshire Women will take on Gloucestershire Women in Match 36 of the Vitality Blast Women League 2 2026 at County Ground, Northampton.
This is an important contest for both teams as they continue their push for a strong finish in the league stage. While Gloucestershire Women will be aiming to strengthen their position in the top four, Northamptonshire Women need a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Gloucestershire Women are currently 4th on the points table with 18 points from 7 matches, having won 4 and lost 3. They have won three of their last five matches and head into this fixture after an 11-run victory over Leicestershire Women, giving them valuable momentum.
Northamptonshire Women, meanwhile, are 6th with 14 points from 7 matches, recording 3 wins and 4 defeats. They have won two of their last five matches and come into this game after suffering a 6-wicket defeat to Sussex Women.
With the competition entering its crucial phase, the hosts will be eager to bounce back and stay firmly in the race for a top-four finish.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
NW-W
L
L
W
W
L
NW-W
105/6 in 20.0 5.25
104/10 in 19.4 5.29
78/4 in 13.2 5.85
77/5 in 20.0 3.85
108/7 in 20.0 5.4
VBWL2
Northamptonshire Women beat Leicestershire Women by 5 wickets
109/5 in 17.5 6.11
149/6 in 20.0 7.45
153/3 in 20.0 7.65
GW-W
W
W
L
W
W
GW-W
145/8 in 20.0 7.25
134/9 in 20.0 6.7
135/3 in 20.0 6.75
172/8 in 20.0 8.6
102/3 in 14.1 7.2
101/6 in 20.0 5.05
176/5 in 20.0 8.8
191/6 in 20.0 9.55
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 0 Matches
TEAMS PREVIEW
Northamptonshire Women Preview
Northamptonshire Women head into this contest looking to bounce back after suffering a 6-wicket defeat to Sussex Women in their previous match.
Their batting unit struggled for consistency and managed 132/8 in 20 overs. Lenny Sims was the standout performer with 41 off 27 balls, while Ava Clive played an aggressive knock of 35 off 24 deliveries. Clara Thaker remained unbeaten on 13, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to convert their starts into meaningful scores.
The bowlers fought hard while defending a modest total but could not prevent Sussex from chasing the target. Bethan Robinson, Ella Phillips, Clara Thaker, and captain Gemma Marriott picked up one wicket each, though the attack lacked the breakthroughs needed to put sustained pressure on the opposition.
Despite the setback, Northamptonshire Women have won three of their seven matches so far and remain in contention for a strong finish. They will be hoping for a better all-round display as they look to return to winning ways.
Key Players: Lenny Sims, Mabel Reid, Bethan Robinson
Northamptonshire Women Predicted Playing XI:
Gemma Marriott (c), Amelia Kemp, May Drinkell, Ava Clive, Alicia Presland, Chloe Hill (wk), Lenny Sims, Ella Phillips, Clara Thaker, Bethan Robinson, Anisha Patel
Northamptonshire Women Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality Blast Women League 2, 2026
Northamptonshire Women Actual Playing XI:
Anisha Patel, Gemma Marriot, Emily Carpenter, Emma Gibbs, Chloe Hill, Amelia Kemp, Ella Phillips, Alicia Presland, Mabel Reid, Liz Russell, Lenny Sims
Gloucestershire Women Preview
Gloucestershire Women head into this contest with confidence after registering an 11-run victory over Leicestershire Women in their previous match.
Their batting unit posted 145/8 in 20 overs, with Meg Ahearne top-scoring with 38 off 33 balls. AC Munday contributed 23 off 28, while Prarthana Reddy added a quick 22 off 16 deliveries. Emily Geach also chipped in with 16 runs, helping Gloucestershire reach a competitive total.
The bowlers then produced a disciplined performance to restrict Leicestershire Women to 134/9. Caitlin Belcher was the standout performer with 3/28 in 4 overs, while Charlotte Phillips claimed 2/24. Liv Daniels and Alice Hill picked up a wicket each as the bowling attack successfully defended the target.
With four wins from seven matches, Gloucestershire Women have remained firmly in the race for the knockout stage. Their balanced combination of reliable batters and in-form bowlers makes them a strong contender heading into this fixture.
Key Players: Emily Geach, Charlotte Phillips, Caitlin Belcher
Gloucestershire Women Predicted Playing XI:
AC Munday, Rebecca Halliday, Prarthana Reddy, Meg Ahearne (wk), Emily Geach, Izzy Patel, Caitlin Belcher, Alice Bird, Liv Daniels (c), Alice Hill, Charlotte Phillips
Gloucestershire Women Key Players From Previous Game Of Vitality Blast Women League 2, 2026
Gloucestershire Women Actual Playing XI:
Izzy Patel, Emily Geach, Olivia Grace Daniels, Rebecca Halliday, Prarthana Reddy, Alice Bird, Caitlin Belcher, Meg Ahearne, Alice Victoria Hill, Charlotte Phillips, Amelie Munday
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather in Northampton is expected to be partly cloudy during the match. The temperature will be around 26°C, with 65% humidity and only a 10% chance of rain. Winds of around 18 km/h are expected, making a full 20-over match likely.
NW-W vs GW-W Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BattingBatting Conditions
High ScoringPace Bowling
Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Average Turn
County Ground, Northampton offers a balanced pitch, with good bounce for batters and some early movement for the seamers. The overall average first-innings score at the venue is 149 runs, with teams batting first winning 24 matches and chasing sides winning 17. This season, the average first-innings score has risen to 161 runs, with one match won by the team batting first and one by the chasing side.
Score Prediction
If Northamptonshire Women bat first: 145–160 runs
If Gloucestershire Women bat first: 150–165 runs
Toss: To Bat
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bat first, as teams batting first have won 24 matches compared to 17 wins for chasing teams at this venue.
Toss Prediction: Northamptonshire Women to win the toss.
NW-W vs GW-W
Winning Prediction
Gloucestershire Women head into this contest with momentum after a hard-fought win over Leicestershire Women. Their batting has been led by Emily Geach, while Meg Ahearne and Prarthana Reddy have provided valuable support. The bowling unit has also looked well-balanced, with Charlotte Phillips and Caitlin Belcher consistently making an impact.
Northamptonshire Women, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back after their defeat to Sussex Women. They have shown flashes of quality through Lenny Sims and Ava Clive, while Bethan Robinson has been one of their more reliable bowlers. However, they have struggled to deliver consistently against stronger opponents.
Both teams have plenty to play for, but Gloucestershire Women appear to have the edge thanks to their better recent form, more settled lineup, and stronger all-round performances.
Gloucestershire Women to win the match.
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