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Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 23 Charlotte Edwards Cup 17 Plunket Shield 15 Vijay Hazare Trophy 15 One Day Match 2
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Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 09/07 09:30 - Western Storm Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 69/2(20)-216/9(50)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 09/04 09:30 - Lancashire Thunder Women v The Blaze Women 173/10(45.4)-197/10(47)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 09/01 09:30 - Lancashire Thunder Women v Northern Diamonds Women 204/10(38)-290/6(50)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 08/26 09:30 - South East Stars Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 130/10(36.4)-250/8(50)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 07/14 09:30 - Thunder Women v Southern Vipers Women PPT.
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 07/10 09:30 - Central Sparks Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 144/10(42.4)-147/2(29)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 07/07 09:30 - Lancashire Thunder Women v South East Stars Women 201/10(42.3)-283/10(49.4)
Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 06/30 09:30 - Sunrisers Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 253/10(47.3)-224/10(45.2)
Charlotte Edwards Cup 06/19 10:30 - Northern Diamonds Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 62/5(13.4)-61/10(14.2)
Charlotte Edwards Cup 06/14 14:00 - Central Sparks Women v Lancashire Thunder Women 150/2(20)-146/6(20)
Charlotte Edwards Cup 06/13 13:30 - Western Storm Women v Thunder Women CANC
Charlotte Edwards Cup 06/09 12:00 - Lancashire Thunder Women v Sunrisers Women 155/5(19.3)-151/9(20)

Wikipedia - North West Thunder

North West Thunder, commonly referred to as Thunder, were a women's cricket team that represented Lancashire and North West England, one of eight regional hubs in English domestic women's cricket. They played their home matches at various grounds, including Old Trafford Cricket Ground. They were captained by Eleanor Threlkeld and coached by Chris Read. The team carried over many elements of the WCSL team Lancashire Thunder, but were partnered with Lancashire, Cheshire and Cumbria.

At the end of the 2024 season, following reforms to the structure of women's domestic cricket, the team was effectively replaced by a professionalised Lancashire team.

History

In 2020, women's cricket in England was restructured, creating eight new 'regional hub' teams, with the intention of playing both 50-over and 20-over cricket. North West Thunder were one of the sides created under this structure, effectively replacing the Women's Cricket Super League team Lancashire Thunder and representing Lancashire and North West England, partnering with Lancashire, Cheshire and Cumbria. The side was to be captained by Alex Hartley and coached by Paul Shaw. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 season was truncated, and only 50-over cricket was played, in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. North West Thunder finished third in the North Group of the competition, winning two of their six matches. At the end of the season, five Thunder players were given full-time domestic contracts, the first of their kind in England: Alex Hartley, Georgie Boyce, Emma Lamb, Eleanor Threlkeld and Hannah Jones.

The following season, 2021, North West Thunder competed in both the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and the newly-formed Twenty20 competition, the Charlotte Edwards Cup. In the Charlotte Edwards Cup the side finished third in their group, winning two of their six matches, as well as their away match against Sunrisers ending in a tie. Thunder batter Emma Lamb hit the first Charlotte Edwards Cup century in the reverse fixture against Sunrisers, as her side made the highest team score of the tournament, 186/1. In the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, the team finished seventh in the group of eight, winning three of their seven matches. North West Thunder bowler Hannah Jones was the joint-second highest wicket-taker in the tournament, with 14 wickets.

North West Thunder take the field during their match against Western Storm in May 2023.

Ahead of the 2022 season, Hartley stood down as captain of the side. Eleanor Threlkeld was named as her replacement. The side finished third in their group in the Charlotte Edwards Cup that season, winning two of their six matches. The side finished seventh in the group of eight in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.

In 2023, the side qualified for the knockout stages of a tournament for the first time, doing so in the Charlotte Edwards Cup after winning four of their last five matches. However, they lost in the semi-final to Southern Vipers. The side finished seventh in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, winning three matches. Head Coach Paul Shaw stepped down from his role at the end of the season, and was later replaced by Chris Read. In 2024, the side finished fifth in the Charlotte Edwards Cup and finished sixth in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.

2024 was the side's final season, with reforms to the structure of domestic cricket in England meaning that the side was effectively replaced by a professionalised Lancashire team.

The Great Britain cricket team, known as the Thunder Women, is a powerhouse in the world of women's cricket. Comprised of some of the most talented and skilled female cricketers in the country, the Thunder Women are known for their aggressive and dynamic style of play.

With a strong emphasis on teamwork and camaraderie, the Thunder Women are a force to be reckoned with on the field. Their dedication to the sport and relentless pursuit of excellence has earned them a reputation as one of the top teams in international cricket.

Whether they are competing in test matches, one-day internationals, or T20 games, the Thunder Women always bring their A-game. With a combination of powerful batting, precise bowling, and exceptional fielding, they consistently deliver thrilling performances that keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Off the field, the Thunder Women are known for their sportsmanship and professionalism. They serve as role models for aspiring young cricketers and are dedicated to promoting the growth and development of women's cricket in Great Britain and beyond.

In short, the Great Britain cricket team, the Thunder Women, are a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's cricket. With their talent, determination, and passion for the game, they are sure to continue making waves in the sport for years to come.