Vitality Blast 2024 Cricket Match Prediction | South Group | Middlesex vs Essex – Let’s see who will win the match. | June 13

Middlesex vs Essex Match Analysis

Essex and Middlesex will play in the South Group of the 2024 Vitality Blast at Lord’s. The game begins on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 17:15 local time. In the Vitality Blast match held at Lord’s on June 11, 2024, Somerset played against Middlesex. Middlesex batted first and were all out for 78 runs. Somerset chased the target of 79 runs in just 12.3 overs, finishing at 82/1. Somerset won the match by 9 wickets with 45 balls to spare.

In the Vitality Blast match at Chelmsford on June 7, 2024, Glamorgan scored 166/8 in their 20 overs. Essex chased down the target of 167 runs in 18.4 overs, finishing at 168/8. Essex won the match by 2 wickets with 8 balls to spare.

Middlesex vs Essex Team Preview & Squads

Middlesex

Middlesex struggled against Somerset, managing only 78 runs in 16.3 overs. Captain Stephen Eskinazi was dismissed early for 2 runs. Martin Andersson and Tom Helm were the top scorers with 10 and 15 runs, but the rest of the batting lineup faltered. Somerset’s bowlers dominated, with Riley Meredith taking 4 wickets and Craig Overton and Ben Green each contributing crucial dismissals. Middlesex’s innings was marked by frequent wickets and low scores, setting an easy target for Somerset.

Middlesex’s bowlers tried to defend the small target, but Somerset reached 82/1 in 12.3 overs. Tom Helm was the pick of the bowlers for Middlesex, taking 1 wicket for 20 runs in his 4 overs with an economy of 5.00. Blake Cullen, despite bowling economically, went wicketless with figures of 4-0-27-0. Ryan Higgins had a tough outing, conceding 20 runs in 1.3 overs.

Middlesex Squads

Middlesex

Stephen Eskinazi (c), Jack Davies (wk), Joe Cracknell, Ryan Higgins, Josh De Caires, Luke Hollman, Tom Helm, Max Holden, Blake Cullen, Martin Andersson, Noah Cornwell

Essex

Essex successfully chased down Glamorgan’s target of 167 runs, finishing at 168/8 in 18.4 overs. Adam Rossington gave Essex a blazing start with 48 runs off 24 balls. Michael Pepper also made a significant contribution with 31 runs off 14 balls. Despite a middle-order collapse due to impressive bowling by Mason Crane and Marnus Labuschagne, Luc Benkenstein’s crucial 35 not out and Shane Snater’s steady 20 not out guided Essex to victory. Essex won by 2 wickets with 8 balls remaining, securing a thrilling finish.

Essex’s bowlers played a crucial role in restricting Glamorgan to 166/8. Daniel Sams was the standout performer with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 28 runs in his 4 overs. Paul Walter also contributed significantly, claiming 3 wickets for 33 runs in his full quota. Shane Snater provided support with 1 wicket for 5 runs in his single over. Matt Critchley took 1 wicket but was a bit expensive, conceding 34 runs in 4 overs. Despite Simon Harmer going wicketless and conceding 38 runs in 3 overs, Essex’s bowling unit managed to keep the target within reach, ultimately leading to their 2-wicket victory.

Essex Squads

Essex

Simon Harmer (c), Adam Rossington (wk), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Paul Walter, Daniel Sams, Matthew Critchley, Luke Benkenstein, Jordan Cox, Shane Snater, Dean Elgar, Aaron Beard

Middlesex vs Essex outfield report

Lord’s Cricket Ground, Lord’s

At London batting first and bowling first have a difference of 1 match, so it is up to the Captain who will win the toss. There is a chance of rain and clouds in the sky. As usual, the Lord’s incline will give speed bowlers some movement, so novice batsmen may find it challenging. This will be a good striking track with a par of greater than 175.

Middlesex vs Essex Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters between these teams, Essex has four wins and Middlesex won one.

Middlesex vs Essex Prediction

Winning the toss

• Essex

Player of the Match

• Essex – Adam Rossington

Most runs

• Middlesex – Stephen Eskinazi
• Essex – Adam Rossington

Most wickets

• Middlesex – Tom Helm
• Essex – Daniel Sams

Most sixes

• Middlesex – Stephen Eskinazi
• Essex – Adam Rossington

Team Scores Batting First

• Middlesex – 140+
• Essex – 150+

According to cricket analysts, Essex has a 55% chance of winning.

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