Grace Scrivens leads Essex to narrow victory against rivals at Headingley
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
Grace Scrivens scored a pivotal fifty to guide Essex to a narrow three-run victory over their rivals in a thrilling finish at Headingley. Eva Gray took three wickets, while Sophia Smale and Scrivens both contributed with two wickets each to secure the win. The match showcased strong performances from both teams, culminating in a tense finale where Essex managed to hold off the opposition's final efforts. The victory reinforces Essex's competitive standing in the ongoing season, providing a crucial boost as they aim for future successes.
- •Grace Scrivens scored fifty runs for Essex.
- •Essex won by three runs at Headingley.
- •Eva Gray took three wickets for Essex.
- •Sophia Smale and Scrivens took two wickets each.
- •The match ended with a tense finish.
- 9:13 PMESPNcricinfo — Grace Scrivens fifty sets up Essex in Headingley thriller
"Eva Gray takes three wickets, Grace Scrivens and Sophia Smale two apiece to seal victory by just three runs
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