A Year Later, Blaze Triumph in Charlotte Edwards Cup Final
A year after their heartbreaking defeat in the Charlotte Edwards Cup final, Kirstie Gordon and the Blaze have finally emerged victorious, securing a seven-wicket win over the South East Stars in this year’s championship showdown.
The Blaze’s journey to the top has been a redemptive one, as they avenged their past losses against the Southern Vipers by triumphing over the Stars, who had earlier defeated the reigning champions in the semi-finals. This first-time silverware tasted particularly sweet for the Blaze, who have established themselves as a formidable bowling unit in the tournament, taking the most wickets at the best economy rate.
“Leg-spinner Josie Groves played a pivotal role in the final, following up her impressive performance in the semi-finals by dismissing key Stars batters Sophia Dunkley and Paige Scholfield in quick succession.”
The Blaze’s disciplined bowling restricted the Stars to a modest 141, a total that the Bryce sisters, Kathryn and Sarah, successfully chased down with a 79-run partnership.
Despite the impending transition of women’s domestic teams from regions to counties at the end of the season, the Blaze have confirmed that they will retain their team name as they become the Nottinghamshire side. This decision has been praised, as the Blaze’s victory demonstrates the value of maintaining a strong, recognizable brand identity.
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