May delivered a dynamic month of cricket at Banks Homes Riverside, with standout performances across the Men’s First XI, Women’s team, and the Second XI. Fans enjoyed everything from red-ball heroics to dramatic one-day finishes.
4 May: Durham Women vs Somerset Women (Metro Bank One Day Cup – 50 Over)
In a tightly contested match, Durham Women’s 216 was narrowly chased down via the DLS method.
Result: Somerset Women won by 4 wickets (DLS method)
11 May: Durham Women vs Warwickshire Women (Metro Bank One Day Cup – 50 Over)
A historic win at home as Durham Women chased 243 to win with just three wickets remaining — a huge moment for the team and supporters.
Result: Durham Cricket Women won by 3 wickets
16–19 May: Durham Men vs Nottinghamshire (County Championship)
A commanding first-innings 664 laid the foundation for a 7-wicket win, with contributions from the whole batting order.
Result: Durham Men won by 7 wickets
23–26 May: Durham Men vs Somerset (County Championship)
Despite a determined effort, Somerset’s disciplined second-innings chase saw them over the line.
Result: Somerset won by 7 wickets
28 May (Double Header): Durham Men 2nd XI vs Nottinghamshire Men 2nd XI (Second XI T20)
- Game 1: Durham comfortably chased 125 to win by 5 wickets.
- Game 2: A total of 201/3 and disciplined bowling earned a 26-run win.
Result: Durham 2nd XI won both matches
June 2025 Fixtures at Banks Homes Riverside
June is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months yet, with Vitality Blast doubleheaders, County Championship clashes, and a special focus on the Women’s T20 season.
1 June – Double Header
- Durham Women vs Lancashire Thunder (Vitality Blast – Women)
- Durham Men vs Lancashire Lightning (Vitality Blast – Men)
11 June – Double Header
- Durham Women vs Birmingham Bears (Vitality Blast – Women)
- Durham Men vs Derbyshire Falcons (Vitality Blast – Men)
13 June – Evening T20
- Durham Women vs The Blaze (Vitality Blast – Women)
20 June – Double Fixture
- Durham Women vs Essex Women (Vitality Blast – Women, 2:30pm)
- Durham Men vs Yorkshire Vikings (Vitality Blast – Men, 6:30pm)
Expect fireworks in this local derby under the lights.
22–25 June
- Durham Men vs Sussex (County Championship – four days of red-ball action)
As summer rolls in, Banks Homes Riverside is becoming the go-to destination for unforgettable cricket and community connection.
And don’t forget — coming in June, we’ll be unveiling something special in partnership with CoppaFeel! Stay tuned for this powerful campaign combining sport, awareness, and impact.
Watch the promo video here if you missed it
