T20 Blast 2026 | 26-May-2026 11:30 PM | County Ground
HAM 200/4 (20)
ESS 170/7 (20)
Hampshire won by 30 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shane Snater* | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Simon Harmer | 36 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 200 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Fuller* | 4 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 12.25 |
| Chris Wood | 4 | 0 | 33 | 2 | 8.25 |
Last Wicket:Simon Fernandes b Scott Currie 6(9) - 130/7 in 17.3 ov.
Hampshire vs Essex
Hampshire — Innings 1 (200/4 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Albert (wk) c Noah Thain b Charlie Bennett | 13 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 118.18 | |
| James Vince (c) c Snater b Charlie Bennett | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 266.67 | |
| Joe Weatherley c Mulder b Harmer | 47 | 34 | 4 | 2 | 138.24 | |
| Tom Prest c Mulder b Critchley | 11 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 110 | |
| Tristan Stubbs not out | 69 | 42 | 3 | 5 | 164.29 | |
| Hilton Cartwright not out | 46 | 21 | 5 | 2 | 219.05 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 1 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 4 | Total: 6 | |||||
| Total | 200 | 4 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | James Fuller, Liam Dawson, Scott Currie, Andrew John Neal, Chris Wood | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shane Snater | 3 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 9.3 |
| Charlie Bennett | 4 | 0 | 44 | 2 | 11 |
| Zaman Akhter | 2 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 7.5 |
| Wiaan Mulder | 2 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 16.5 |
| Matthew Critchley | 3 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 7.7 |
| Simon Harmer | 3 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 7.7 |
| Paul Walter | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Luc Benkenstein | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 10.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Toby Albert & James Vince | 17 | 10 |
| Toby Albert & Weatherley | 9 | 11 |
| Tom Prest & Weatherley | 26 | 17 |
| Tristan Stubbs & Weatherley | 64 | 46 |
| Tristan Stubbs & Hilton Cartwright | 84 | 36 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Vince | 1.4 | 17 |
| 2 | Toby Albert | 3.3 | 26 |
| 3 | Tom Prest | 6.2 | 52 |
| 4 | Joe Weatherley | 13.6 | 116 |
Essex — Innings 2 (170/7 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Walter c James Vince b C Wood | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 112.5 | |
| Michael Pepper (wk) c Hilton Cartwright b Scott Currie | 25 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 147.06 | |
| Matthew Critchley b C Wood | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40 | |
| Luc Benkenstein c Hilton Cartwright b Scott Currie | 48 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 154.84 | |
| Wiaan Mulder c Hilton Cartwright b Andrew John Neal | 14 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 93.33 | |
| Noah Thain c James Vince b Scott Currie | 18 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 163.64 | |
| Simon Harmer (c) not out | 36 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 200 | |
| Simon Fernandes b Scott Currie | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Shane Snater not out | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 2 | Wides: 2 | Total: 4 | |||||
| Total | 170 | 7 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Zaman Akhter, Charlie Bennett | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Wood | 4 | 0 | 33 | 2 | 8.2 |
| James Fuller | 4 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 12.2 |
| Scott Currie | 4 | 0 | 18 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Andrew John Neal | 4 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 9 |
| Liam Dawson | 4 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 8 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Walter & Michael Pepper | 17 | 13 |
| Critchley & Michael Pepper | 18 | 14 |
| Luc Benkenstein & Michael Pepper | 6 | 6 |
| Luc Benkenstein & Mulder | 39 | 30 |
| Luc Benkenstein & Noah Thain | 35 | 21 |
| Luc Benkenstein & Harmer | 5 | 8 |
| Simon Fernandes & Harmer | 10 | 13 |
| Snater & Harmer | 40 | 15 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Walter | 2.1 | 17 |
| 2 | Matthew Critchley | 4.3 | 35 |
| 3 | Michael Pepper | 5.3 | 41 |
| 4 | Wiaan Mulder | 10.3 | 80 |
| 5 | Noah Thain | 13.6 | 115 |
| 6 | Luc Benkenstein | 15.2 | 120 |
| 7 | Simon Fernandes | 17.3 | 130 |
Match Info
| Match | Hampshire vs Essex |
|---|---|
| Series | T20 Blast 2026 |
| Time | 26-May-2026 11:30 PM |
| Venue | County Ground |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Hampshire vs Essex (HAM vs ESS)
Hampshire will face Essex in a thrilling match on 26-May-2026 in T20 Blast 2026. The match will be played at County Ground at 11:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
Match Overview
Hampshire is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Essex remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in T20 Blast 2026.
The pitch at County Ground is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Hampshire will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Essex will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Hampshire batting and Essex bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Hampshire showcase its strengths, or will Essex pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 26-May-2026 to find out the answer!
