Tammy Beaumont ton help Blaze maintain table-topping form

Tammy Beaumont continued her exceptional form in the Women's One-Day Cup 2025, delivering her second consecutive unbeaten century to lead The Blaze to a commanding five-wicket victory over Essex at Loughborough. Chasing a target of 232, Beaumont anchored the innings with an unbeaten 116, guiding her team to victory with 55 balls to spare. This innings followed her previous unbeaten 112 against Hampshire, marking back-to-back centuries that have been instrumental in The Blaze's ascent to the top of the tournament standings. In the match against Essex, Beaumont received substantial support from Kathryn Bryce (47) and Amy Jones (41), forming crucial partnerships that facilitated the successful chase. Earlier, Essex's captain Grace Scrivens had scored an impressive unbeaten 120, but the team's total of 231 for 9 was insufficient against The Blaze's formidable batting lineup. The Blaze's bowlers also contributed significantly, with Orla Prendergast and Sarah Glenn each claiming three wickets, effectively containing Essex's batting efforts. This comprehensive team performance underscores The Blaze's dominance in the competition and highlights Beaumont's pivotal role in their success.