Charli Knott Leads Southern Vipers to Victory Over Lancashire Thunder
Southern Vipers secured a dominant victory over Lancashire Thunder, winning by 7 wickets with 55 balls remaining. Charli Knott shone with both the ball and the bat, claiming a three-for and then top-scoring in the chase with 45 runs off 28 balls. Vipers bowled out Thunder for just 85 runs in 19.5 overs, with spinners Linsey Smith and Knott taking 3 wickets each.
This crucial win for the defending champions Vipers propels them closer to the playoffs in the Charlotte Edwards Cup. The victory against Thunder, who started the day fourth in the table, puts Vipers in fifth place with three wins in six games. Thunder, on the other hand, have won two and lost four matches in the competition.
Vipers’ dominance over Thunder continues, with the team winning with a bonus point and claiming the maximum five points available. The history between these two teams shows Vipers’ superiority, with Thunder struggling to put up a fight in the spin-friendly conditions at Emirates Old Trafford.
The match witnessed Thunder’s batsmen falling to a flurry of injudicious shots, with eight of their wickets taken by spin bowlers. Vipers’ unbeaten streak against Thunder in both 50-over and T20 cricket now extends to 10 matches, showcasing their consistent performance against the Red Rose.
Overall, Charli Knott’s exceptional performance with both the ball and the bat was instrumental in Southern Vipers’ comprehensive victory over Lancashire Thunder, solidifying their position in the race for the Charlotte Edwards Cup Finals Day.