Surrey Women Secure First Metro Bank Cup Victory Over Durham

Surrey secured their first-ever Metro Bank Cup victory with a commanding 104-run win over Durham at Beckenham, posting a formidable total of 348 for 6 thanks to a 155-run partnership between Sophia Dunkley (92) and Alice Capsey (79). Ryana MacDonald-Gay led Surrey's bowling attack, taking three wickets, while Bryony Smith, Dani Gregory, and Kalea Moore each claimed two wickets. Durham showed some resistance with Leah Dobson scoring 53 and Katherine Fraser adding 43, but their efforts fell short as the required run rate climbed, leading to their dismissal for 244. The victory was witnessed under sunny conditions, with England head coach Charlotte Edwards observing from the sidelines. The match highlighted Surrey's batting depth and effective bowling, contributing to an emphatic first win in the competition.