The 2025 season of the Vitality Blast promises to be a transformative chapter in English domestic cricket, with a revolutionary new structure that blends the men’s and women’s competitions. The announcement of fixtures has set the stage for an exhilarating summer of high-octane cricket, and fans are already brimming with anticipation. Here, we delve into the detailed schedule, key events, and what makes this upcoming season truly historic.
For the first time in the history of the Vitality Blast, all 18 first-class counties will host double-header matches featuring both men’s and women’s teams. This move not only underscores the rising prominence of women’s cricket but also amplifies the fan experience by delivering double the action in a single venue.
"52 double-headers will be played across 20 venues, ensuring every county gets its share of the spotlight."
The women’s competition will see a significant overhaul with the introduction of two tiers:
The much-anticipated Blast-Off Weekend will take place from 29 May to 1 June, marking the launch of this revamped competition. During these four action-packed days:
Continuing its tradition, the Vitality Blast Men’s Rivals Week returns, pitting teams against their age-old adversaries. This week serves as a reminder of cricket’s rich history and local pride, as fans rally behind their teams in these emotionally charged encounters.
Mark your calendars for 18 July, as the Friday Finale brings the group stage to an electrifying conclusion:
The Vitality Blast Men’s Finals Day, set for 13 September at Edgbaston, is the pinnacle of the season. As one of the most anticipated events in the cricket calendar, it promises a carnival atmosphere with:
Tickets for this season are in high demand, especially for marquee events like the Blast-Off Weekend and Finals Day. Fans can purchase tickets directly from county websites or through official Vitality Blast partners. Given the limited availability for Finals Day, early booking is strongly advised.
As the original domestic T20 competition, the Vitality Blast continues to innovate, inspiring other leagues around the world. By prioritizing inclusivity, fan engagement, and quality cricket, it remains a cornerstone of the English domestic season. The 2025 edition is set to elevate this legacy, offering something for everyone—from die-hard cricket enthusiasts to families seeking weekend entertainment.
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 29 May | Lancashire Lightning v Worcestershire Rapids | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Thursday 29 May | Middlesex v Sussex Sharks | Lord's |
| Friday 30 May | Gloucestershire v Kent Spitfires | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol |
| Friday 30 May | Hampshire Hawks v Essex | Utilita Bowl |
| Friday 30 May | Leicestershire Foxes v Derbyshire Falcons | Uptonsteel County Ground |
| Friday 30 May | Notts Outlaws v Bears | Trent Bridge |
| Friday 30 May | Somerset v Surrey | Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton |
| Friday 30 May | Yorkshire v Northamptonshire Steelbacks | Headingley |
| Saturday 31 May | Bears v Durham Cricket | Edgbaston |
| Saturday 31 May | Lancashire Lightning v Notts Outlaws | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Sunday 1 June | Durham Cricket v Lancashire Lightning | Seat Unique Riverside |
| Sunday 1 June | Essex v Somerset | Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Sunday 1 June | Middlesex v Glamorgan | Merchant Taylors' School |
| Sunday 1 June | Northamptonshire Steelbacks v Leicestershire Foxes | County Ground, Northampton |
| Sunday 1 June | Sussex Sharks v Gloucestershire | 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Sunday 1 June | Worcestershire Rapids v Yorkshire | Visit Worcestershire New Road |
| Tuesday 3 June | Glamorgan v Surrey | Sophia Gardens |
| Wednesday 4 June | Derbyshire Falcons v Northamptonshire Steelbacks | County Ground, Derby |
| Wednesday 4 June | Lancashire Lightning v Leicestershire Foxes | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Thursday 5 June | Middlesex v Kent Spitfires | Lord's |
| Thursday 5 June | Surrey v Hampshire Hawks | Kia Oval |
| Friday 6 June | Bears v Yorkshire | Edgbaston |
| Friday 6 June | Derbyshire Falcons v Notts Outlaws | County Ground, Derby |
| Friday 6 June | Glamorgan v Essex | Sophia Gardens |
| Friday 6 June | Hampshire Hawks v Gloucestershire | Utilita Bowl |
| Friday 6 June | Kent Spitfires v Surrey | Spitfire Ground, Canterbury |
| Friday 6 June | Leicestershire Foxes v Durham Cricket | Uptonsteel County Ground |
| Friday 6 June | Sussex Sharks v Somerset | 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Friday 6 June | Worcestershire Rapids v Northamptonshire Steelbacks | Visit Worcestershire New Road |
| Saturday 7 June | Notts Outlaws v Worcestershire Rapids | Trent Bridge |
| Sunday 8 June | Bears v Derbyshire Falcons | Edgbaston |
| Sunday 8 June | Essex v Middlesex | Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Sunday 8 June | Kent Spitfires v Hampshire Hawks | Spitfire Ground, Canterbury |
| Sunday 8 June | Lancashire Lightning v Northamptonshire Steelbacks | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Sunday 8 June | Sussex Sharks v Glamorgan | 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Sunday 8 June | Yorkshire v Leicestershire Foxes | Headingley |
| Wednesday 11 June | Durham Cricket v Derbyshire Falcons | Seat Unique Riverside |
| Wednesday 11 June | Northamptonshire Steelbacks v Bears | County Ground, Northampton |
| Wednesday 11 June | Notts Outlaws v Yorkshire | Trent Bridge |
| Thursday 12 June | Essex v Glamorgan | Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Thursday 12 June | Somerset v Middlesex | Cooper Associates County Ground |
| Thursday 12 June | Surrey v Kent Spitfires | Kia Oval |
| Friday 13 June | Gloucestershire v Somerset | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol |
| Friday 13 June | Hampshire Hawks v Middlesex | Utilita Bowl |
| Friday 13 June | Northamptonshire Steelbacks v Durham Cricket | County Ground, Northampton |
| Friday 13 June | Notts Outlaws v Derbyshire Falcons | Trent Bridge |
| Friday 13 June | Sussex Sharks v Essex | 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Friday 13 June | Worcestershire Rapids v Lancashire Lightning | Visit Worcestershire New Road |
| Friday 13 June | Yorkshire v Bears | Headingley |
| Saturday 14 June | Bears v Notts Outlaws | Edgbaston |
| Saturday 14 June | Derbyshire Falcons v Leicestershire Foxes | County Ground, Derby |
| Saturday 14 June | Glamorgan v Sussex Sharks | Sophia Gardens |
| Sunday 15 June | Gloucestershire v Glamorgan | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol |
| Sunday 15 June | Leicestershire Foxes v Worcestershire Rapids | Uptonsteel County Ground |
| Sunday 15 June | Somerset v Kent Spitfires | Cooper Associates County Ground |
| Sunday 15 June | Yorkshire v Durham Cricket | York |
| Tuesday 17 June | Hampshire Hawks v Surrey | Utilita Bowl |
| Wednesday 18 June | Kent Spitfires v Gloucestershire | Spitfire Ground, Canterbury |
| Wednesday 18 June | Surrey v Sussex Sharks | Kia Oval |
| Wednesday 18 June | Worcestershire Rapids v Durham Cricket | Visit Worcestershire New Road |
| Thursday 19 June | Leicestershire Foxes v Notts Outlaws | Uptonsteel County Ground |
| Thursday 19 June | Middlesex v Essex | Lord's |
| Thursday 19 June | Somerset v Hampshire Hawks | Cooper Associates County Ground |
| Friday 20 June | Bears v Worcestershire Rapids | Edgbaston |
| Friday 20 June | Derbyshire Falcons v Lancashire Lightning | County Ground, Derby |
| Friday 20 June | Durham Cricket v Yorkshire | Seat Unique Riverside |
| Friday 20 June | Essex v Kent Spitfires | Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Friday 20 June | Glamorgan v Somerset | Sophia Gardens |
| Friday 20 June | Gloucestershire v Hampshire Hawks | Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol |
| Friday 20 June | Northamptonshire Steelbacks v Notts Outlaws | County Ground, Northampton |
| Friday 20 June | Surrey v Middlesex | Kia Oval |
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 4 July | Durham Cricket v Notts Outlaws | Seat Unique Riverside |
| Friday 4 July | Essex v Gloucestershire | Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Friday 4 July | Kent Spitfires v Sussex Sharks | Spitfire Ground, Canterbury |
| Friday 4 July | Leicestershire Foxes v Bears | Uptonsteel County Ground |
| Friday 4 July | Northamptonshire Steelbacks v Lancashire Lightning | County Ground, Northampton |
| Friday 4 July | Somerset v Glamorgan | Cooper Associates County Ground |
| Friday 4 July | Yorkshire v Worcestershire Rapids | Headingley |
| Saturday 5 July | Lancashire Lightning v Derbyshire Falcons | Emirates Old Trafford |
| Saturday 5 July | Sussex Sharks v Hampshire Hawks | 1st Central County Ground, Hove |
| Sunday 6 July | Derbyshire Falcons v Yorkshire | Chesterfield |
| Sunday 6 July | Durham Cricket v Bears | Seat Unique Riverside |
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 3 September | Quarter-final 1 | TBD |
| Friday 5 September | Quarter-final 2 | TBD |
| Saturday 6 September | Quarter-final 3 | TBD |
| Saturday 6 September | Quarter-final 4 | TBD |
| Saturday 13 September | Vitality Blast men's competition Finals Day | Edgbaston |
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