UPDATE 1710 local (1610 GMT) - Unfortunely, we are back with a bad news. The rain has gotten heavier and the match has been ABANDONED. But there is a Men's game later, hopefully we don't get any rain then and we can squeeze in the final game of the day. So, the teams share a point each which means they move on level terms with the team which are second placed, Northern Superchargers (on points). Hopefully there is no rain during the Men's Hundred. Do join us for that, till then, take care and goodbye!
UPDATE 1653 local (1553 GMT) - Another inspection was scheduled for 1650, but the rains interrupted that as well. The umpires are seen having a chat with the two skippers. The covers are coming back on the ground. The game of hide and seek continues here in London. With some light drizzle around now, if the rain stops for once and for all. The game will most likely kick-off at 1730 local time. Stay tuned for more updates.
UPDATE 1639 local (1539 GMT) - There is an official inspection that has been scheduled for 1650 local time. There is no rain at the moment, but the covers are still on. And if the players are able to get on the field by 1743 local time. They will play the shortest form of this game with 25 balls each.
UPDATE 1626 local (1526 GMT) - Well, we were waiting for some good news, but the light drizzle has gotten heavier. The rain is clearly winning today against cricket in England. The covers are back on, while the umbrellas are up in the stands. If the rain passes by we can witness some cricket, but it will only consist of 25 balls each. Stay tuned for further updates.
It was not the first time today that the rains affected the game of cricket in England. The first Test between India and England has been concluded as a draw. Not a single ball was bowled on Day 5 of the game, as the rain gods continued to pour throughout the day. A disappointing result, in the end.
UPDATE 1527 local (1427 GMT) - Thank god! It was just a passing shower. The covers are coming off now. The sun is bright and so are the smiles on the faces of the spectators. Well, it will still take some time before the game begins, as another inspection is scheduled at 1615 local time.
We have some good news, as the sun is out and shining. The groundsmen are doing their job. We still don't have any confirmation in terms of when the game will start, but the umpires are out and taking a stroll in the middle. Stay tuned for further updates.
Well, we were moments away from the start of the game but it is now pouring out there. The start will probably be delayed.
Oval Invincibles Women (Playing XI) - Alice Capsey, Georgia Adams, Sarah Bryce (WK), Fran Wilson, Dane Van Niekerk (C), Mady Villiers, Tash Farrant, Grace Gibbs, Jo Gardner, Shabnim Ismail (In place of Eva Gray), Danielle Gregory.
Trent Rockets Women (PLAYING XI) - Rachel Priest (WK), Sammy Jo Johnson, Natalie Sciver (C), Katherine Brunt, Heather Graham, Sarah Glenn, Abbey Freeborn, Emily Windsor, Kathryn Bryce, Lucy Higham (In place of Nancy Harman), Georgia Davis.
Dane Van Niekerk, Oval Invincibles Women skipper, is up for a chat. She says,they would have bowled anyways. Says they have a single change coming into this game. Adds it is good to winning ways. Ends by saying they need to be consistent and take a game at a time.
Natalie Sciver, Trent Rockets Women skipper, is up for a chat. She says, she wants to bat, it is a little controversial but it is their strength and they want to put runs on the board. Adds they have done well to put things right and looking good to do well again. States she has been having a good time with the bat and hopes she can do well again. Informs that they have one change.
The coin goes up and it lands in the favour of Trent Rockets Women. They opt to bat first.
Hello and a warm welcome to match 22 of the Women's Hundred! Oval Invincibles Women go up against Trent Rockets Women and this is one clash you would not want to miss. The two have done really well so far in the tournament and we can expect a really good clash. Net run rate is what seperates the two and a win for either one of them will see that side jump onto the second spot. Stay tuned for the toss in a bit.
Oval Invincibles Women meet Trent Rockets Women in match number 22 of the Women's Hundred. Two teams who won their last game are coming face to face and it promises to bring us another entertaining match. Trent Rockets Women were simply brilliant with the ball in their last game against Welsh Fire Women. Sammy Jo Johnson was the star with the ball, picking up a three-fer and she was well-supported by Heather Graham as they restricted Welsh Fire to 102 in 100 balls. Then their batting struggled but eventually, they managed to reach the target. Oval Invincibles, on the other hand, had a dominant win against Birmingham Phoenix Women. They bowled really well with Tash Farrant doing a very good job and then their batting was sensational, winning by 8 wickets. It was once again Dane Van Niekerk who led them with the bat with a fine knock. She has been in fine knock and now would to keep the momentum going. An interesting clash awaits us. Who will come out on top?