Northamptonshire wins Vitality Blast final over Hampshire at Edgbaston

Northamptonshire secured their first Vitality Blast title in a decade with a 14-run victory over Hampshire at Edgbaston on July 26, 2026. Despite a batting collapse that saw them go from 138-2 to 169 all out, Northamptonshire's bowlers rallied to dismiss Hampshire for 155. Key performances included Ricardo Vasconcelos scoring 88 runs and James Sales taking 3-25, leading them to their third title overall. Hampshire, aiming for a record fourth title, suffered their second consecutive final defeat.