Worcestershire Rapids will take on Notts Outlaws in the North Group match of the T20 Blast. The match will be played at New Road, Worcester, and will start at 22:30 BST.
In the North Group match of the Vitality Blast held on June 9, 2024, Leicestershire narrowly defeated Worcestershire by 4 runs. Leicestershire batted first and scored 176 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Worcestershire, in their chase of a target of 177, managed to score 172 for 6 in 20 overs, falling just 4 runs short. This close victory highlights the competitive nature of the match, with Leicestershire managing to defend their total successfully despite a strong effort from Worcestershire.
In the North Group match of the Vitality Blast held in Nottingham on June 9, 2024, Lancashire triumphed over Nottinghamshire by 6 wickets with 9 balls to spare. Nottinghamshire batted first and scored 153 for 8 in their 20 overs. Lancashire, chasing a target of 154, reached the total in 18.3 overs, finishing at 155 for 4. This comprehensive win highlighted Lancashire’s strong batting performance, ensuring they comfortably met the target with plenty of deliveries remaining.
In a thrilling Vitality Blast match, Worcestershire fell short by 4 runs against Leicestershire. Chasing a target of 177, Worcestershire ended their 20 overs at 172 for 6. Captain Brett D’Oliveira contributed 32 off 25, while Matthew Waite top-scored with 40 off 36. Josh Cobb’s quick 34 off 25 and Ethan Brookes’ explosive 37 off 16 gave hope, but Rehan Ahmed’s crucial wickets and tight bowling from Currie and Hull stifled the chase. Despite some late resistance, Worcestershire couldn’t reach the target, handing Leicestershire a narrow victory. Extras added 10 crucial runs to Worcestershire’s total, highlighting the tense contest.
In the last match, Nathan Smith and Adam Finch each claimed 3 wickets, despite conceding 39 and 43 runs respectively in their 4 overs. Smith’s economy of 9.75 and Finch’s of 10.75 were on the higher side, but their breakthroughs were crucial. Captain Brett D’Oliveira bowled economically, taking 2 wickets for 24 runs in his 4 overs. Tom Taylor was also economical, conceding just 17 runs in 3 overs without taking a wicket.
Worcestershire Rapids Squads
Brett D Oliveira (c), Gareth Roderick (wk), Josh Cobb, Ethan Brookes, Nathan Smith, Tom Taylor, Ed Pollock, Adam Hose, Hayden Walsh, Matthew Waite, Adam Finch
In their Vitality Blast match against Lancashire, Nottinghamshire posted 153 for 8 in 20 overs. Despite early setbacks, with Joe Clarke, Alex Hales, and Will Young departing cheaply, Jack Haynes stabilized the innings with a 45 off 36 balls. Liam Patterson-White provided a late surge, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 21 deliveries, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Contributions from Tom Moores (16) and Olly Stone (10 not out) helped set a competitive total. Lancashire’s effective bowling and sharp fielding, including two run-outs, kept Nottinghamshire in check, setting the stage for a challenging chase.
Nottinghamshire’s bowlers had mixed results: Liam Patterson-White was the standout, delivering 4 overs for just 22 runs and taking 1 wicket. Matthew Montgomery, Calvin Harrison, and Olly Stone each claimed a wicket, but they conceded 34, 35, and 30 runs respectively. Ben Lister struggled, conceding 27 runs in 2.3 overs without taking a wicket. Despite their efforts, Lancashire’s batting lineup capitalized on loose deliveries, securing victory by 6 wickets with 9 balls to spare.
Notts Outlaws Squads
Joe Clarke (c), Tom Moores (wk), Jack Haynes, Matthew Montgomery, Liam Patterson-White, Lyndon James, Calvin Harrison, Will Young, Olly Stone, Alex Hales, Ben Lister
Match Details | ||
Match | Worcestershire Rapids vs Notts Outlaws, North Group | Vitality Blast 2024 | |
Date | 14/06/2024 (Friday) | |
Time | 21:30 (GMT+5) / 22:00 (GMT+5.5) / 22:30 (GMT+6) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | New Road, Worcester | |
Recent performance | Worcestershire Rapids – L W W L L | Notts Outlaws – L L L L L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
New Road, Worcester
The team that wins the toss will decide to bowl first because they now have the advantage of doing so.
There will be a lot of cloud cover and a temperature of 12 degrees Celsius.
It’s not a batting paradise on this pitch. A first-inning score of 148 is typical.
In the last five encounters between these teams, Notts Outlaws won two and Worcestershire Rapids won three.
Winning the toss
Player of the Match
Most runs
Most wickets
Most sixes
Team Scores Batting First
According to cricket analysts, Worcestershire Rapids has a 55% chance of winning.
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