Hampshire prepares for tough T20 semi-final against Notts Outlaws
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:13 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Hampshire's T20 captain James Vince anticipates a challenging semi-final against Notts Outlaws at Edgbaston on Saturday. Hampshire secured their spot in the T20 Blast Finals Day after defeating Essex by 75 runs, with Vince contributing a top score of 125 runs. The match highlighted Hampshire's strong performance, including Sonny Baker's five wickets. Vince expressed delight at returning to Finals Day, emphasizing the significance of the occasion. Hampshire, aiming for their fourth T20 title, will face the Outlaws following the Northants Steelbacks versus Somerset semi-final.
- •Hampshire defeated Essex by 75 runs to reach Finals Day.
- •James Vince scored 125 runs and took leadership in the match.
- •Sonny Baker recorded five wickets against Essex.
- •The semi-final against Notts is scheduled for Saturday at Edgbaston.
- •Hampshire has previously won the T20 Blast three times.
- 8:13 AMYahoo Sports — T20 Finals Day 'always special' - Vince
"Hampshire's T20 captain James Vince believes that Blast semi-final opponents Notts Outlaws will provide a "tough test" at Edgbaston on Saturday.
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