Vitality Blast 2024 Cricket Match Prediction | South Group | Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire – Let’s see who will win the match. | July 13

Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire Match Analysis

Hampshire and Gloucestershire will play at Southampton in the Vitality Blast match. Hampshire has seven points from 10 games ranked seven and Gloucestershire, with 11 points from 11 games is ranked fifth in the same group.

In the Vitality Blast match held at Hove on July 10, 2024, Sussex defeated Hampshire by 22 runs. Sussex scored 200/7 in their 20 overs. Hampshire, in response, managed to score 178 in 19.1 overs, falling short of the target.

In the Vitality Blast match held at Cheltenham on July 11, 2024, Middlesex secured a victory over Gloucestershire by 29 runs. Middlesex posted a total of 181/8 in their 20 overs. In response, Gloucestershire were bowled out for 152 in 19.5 overs, falling short of the target by 29 runs. This win marked a significant achievement for Middlesex in the tournament.

Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire Team Preview & Squads

Hampshire Hawks

In their chase of 201 runs set by Sussex, Hampshire managed to score 178 runs in 19.1 overs, falling short by 22 runs. The innings saw contributions from multiple players, with captain James Vince scoring 32 off 22 balls and Joe Weatherley adding 34 off 23 balls. Despite the efforts of Toby Albert (27 off 15) and Benny Howell (32 off 17), Hampshire couldn’t reach the target. The Sussex bowlers, led by Jack Coles who took 4 wickets, and effective fielding that resulted in three run-outs, including the key dismissals of Ben McDermott and Chris Wood, ensured their victory.

In the bowling department for Hampshire, Chris Wood was the most economical, finishing with figures of 1 wicket for 32 runs in his 4 overs, maintaining an economy rate of 8.00. Brad Wheal, although expensive with an economy of 10.75, took 2 crucial wickets for 43 runs in his 4 overs. James Fuller also picked up 2 wickets while conceding just 20 runs in his 3 overs, achieving an impressive economy of 6.66. John Turner, on the other hand, struggled, conceding 29 runs in his 2 overs at an economy of 14.50. Liam Dawson and Benny Howell also had challenging spells, with Dawson giving away 33 runs in 3 overs for 1 wicket and Howell conceding 40 runs in his 4 wicketless overs.

Hampshire Hawks Squads

Hampshire Hawks Squads

James Vince (c), Ben McDermott (wk), Joe Weatherley, Benny Howell, Liam Dawson, James Fuller, Chris Wood, Toby Albert, Brad Wheal, Tom Prest, John Turner

Gloucestershire

In their chase of 182 runs set by Middlesex, Gloucestershire managed to score 152 runs in 19.5 overs, resulting in a 29-run defeat. The innings got off to a rocky start with Miles Hammond being dismissed for a duck. Cameron Bancroft struggled to 10 off 18 balls, and James Bracey contributed 16 off 10 balls. Beau Webster added a steady 31 off 26 balls, while captain Jack Taylor provided a spark with a rapid 45 off 24 balls. However, the rest of the batting lineup couldn’t capitalize on these efforts. Ben Charlesworth and Oliver Price fell cheaply, both dismissed by Luke Hollman, who took three key wickets. Despite some late resistance from Josh Shaw (11 off 7 balls) and Marchant de Lange (13 not out off 7 balls), Gloucestershire fell short of the target, finishing their innings at 152.

In the bowling attack for Gloucestershire, David Payne stood out with an impressive performance, taking 3 wickets for 28 runs in his 4 overs, maintaining a solid economy rate of 7.00. Matt Taylor also contributed with 2 wickets, albeit at a higher cost, conceding 37 runs in his 4 overs with an economy rate of 9.25. Josh Shaw bowled economically, giving away 23 runs in his 3 overs and taking 1 wicket. Marchant de Lange had a challenging spell, conceding 47 runs in his 4 overs but managed to take a wicket. Beau Webster and Oliver Price bowled economically but remained wicketless, with Webster conceding 24 runs in 3 overs and Price 21 runs in 2 overs.

Gloucestershire Squads

Gloucestershire Squads

Jack Taylor (c), James Bracey (wk), Cameron Bancroft, Ben Charlesworth, Marchant de Lange, Oliver Price, David Payne, Beau Webster, Josh Shaw, Miles Hammond, MD Taylor

Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire outfield report

Utilita Bowl, Southampton

The side chasing the ball has won both of the Rose Bowl games this season. The team batting first won just one of the seven games played at this location the previous season. Therefore, in this case, the team that wins the toss will most likely choose to bowl first.

Southampton will see cloud cover and pleasant weather during the match. We should obtain the entire game here.

The pitch at the Rose Bowl is known for offering an even playing field. Although hitters typically have a better time, seam bowlers will find something to like here as well.

Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters between these two teams, Gloucestershire won one match whereas, Hampshire Hawks won four games.

Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire Prediction

Winning the toss

• Gloucestershire

Player of the Match

• Gloucestershire – Jack Taylor

Most runs

• Hampshire Hawks – Joe Weatherley
• Gloucestershire – Jack Taylor

Most wickets

• Hampshire Hawks – James Fuller
• Gloucestershire – David Payne

Most sixes

• Hampshire Hawks – Joe Weatherley
• Gloucestershire – Jack Taylor

Team Scores Batting First

• Hampshire Hawks – 160+
• Gloucestershire – 170+

According to cricket analysts, Gloucestershire Sharks have a 54% chance of winning.