Hampshire is still looking for their second win of the tournament. In their previous match, they were defeated by Somerset by 7 runs. The only game they won was against Essex, which they won by 13 runs. With 4 points, Hampshire is fighting at the bottom of the South Group standings.
Middlesex won their second game of the tournament thanks to some outstanding batting performances by Stevie Eskinazi against Glamorgan. They defeated Hampshire by three wickets in their previous match, giving them a slight advantage going into this one. With four points, they have moved up to eighth place in the standings.
Weather
The temperature is forecast to be around 27 degrees Celsius, with 75% humidity and a wind speed of 13 km/h. During the game, there is a 24% probability of precipitation.
Pitch
It’s a batting-friendly surface. The bowlers will have to contend with swing and seam. Batters can rely on the bounce and must play as long as they can. The teams’ ability to use the powerplay will be vital.
Playing XIs
Hampshire
James Vince (c), Lewis McManus (wk), D’Arcy Short, Colin de Grandhomme, Tom Prest, Joe Weatherley, James Fuller, Mason Crane, Chris Wood, Scott Currie, Brad Wheal
Middlesex
Steven Finn (c), John Simpson (wk), Joe Cracknell, Nick Gubbins, Stevie Eskinazi, Daryl Mitchell, Max Holden, Luke Hollman, Nathan Sowter, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Tom Helm
Hampshire vs Middlesex – South Group, Dream 11
Daryl Mitchell (c), John Simpson (wk), James Vince, Stevie Eskinazi, D’Arcy Short, Joe Weatherley, Colin de Grandhomme, Luke Hollman, Mason Crane, Steven Finn, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman
Prediction
Match winner
- Middlesex
Winning the toss
- Middlesex
Top Batsman
- Hampshire – Joe Weatherley
- Middlesex – Stevie Eskinazi
Top Bowler
- Hampshire – Mason Crane
- Middlesex – Steven Finn
Most Sixes
- Hampshire – Joe Weatherley
- Middlesex – Stevie Eskinazi
Player of the Match
- Middlesex – Stevie Eskinazi
Team Scores Batting First
- Hampshire – 170+
- Middlesex – 180+
Middlesex has the advantage in terms of momentum and a superior bowling attack. For this match, they are the favourites to win against Hampshire.