Jemima Spence, a promising 19-year-old cricketer from Surrey, showcased her talent by top scoring against Durham in a recent Women’s One-Day Cup match. Her brilliantly all-round display included a career-high 68 runs from only 63 balls. This laid the foundation for Surrey’s advance to the semi-finals of the tournament.
That was despite this remarkable innings coming in just her second senior outing of 2025. Spence formed a significant partnership of 112 runs for the fifth wicket with Alice Davidson-Richards, further solidifying their team’s position. Surrey’s combined batting prowess saw them post an imposing 290 runs for a mere 7 wickets lost. Now, Durham confronts a daunting score to overcome.
Surrey’s FA Cup victory over Durham this past spring was one of the most pivotal moments for Spence. This victory guaranteed them fourth place in the group stage. This victory not only secured them an impressive five points but assured their advancement into the knockout rounds of the tournament. Surrey will face table-toppers Hampshire in the other of the two semi-finals. The final of the T20 Blast on Wednesday at Trent Bridge will see Surrey have the advantage of home support.
Spence stepped up his game in the lead-up to the semi-final with an impressive warm-up routine. Her passion and preparedness demonstrate that she is committed to contributing to her teams’ success. Surrey’s performance throughout the tournament has been commendable, and with Spence’s rising star status, they will be looking to capitalize on her momentum.
The climax of this long-established 50-over competition will be held at the Utilita Bowl on September 21. Jemima Spence and her teammates now look forward to the all-important semi-final against Hampshire. Fans across the league are eager to see if Surrey can continue their magical run and punch their ticket to the final.
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