Sussex square off against Somerset in the 50th match of the Metro Bank One Day Cup 2025 on Thursday, 21st August. The match is slated to be played at County Ground, Hove and the scheduled start time is 3:30 PM IST. Catch all the live updates of this match including playing XI, match winner prediction, head to head record, tips, odds of the Sussex vs Somerset match.
Sussex vs Somerset Tips & Odds
Stats
- The average 1st innings score at Hove is 268 runs.
- The average 2nd innings score at Hove is 266 runs.
- James Rew scored 283 runs in 5 matches for Somerset this season.
County Ground, Hove Pitch Report
The pitch at County Ground, Hove offers balanced conditions, with something for both batters and bowlers. The average 1st innings score here is 268 runs, indicating it can produce competitive totals without being overly high-scoring. Early on, batting is generally comfortable. As the game progresses, bowlers (especially those hitting the right lengths) can find assistance. In past One Day Cup matches, teams chasing have enjoyed more success at this venue.
- Matches Played: 5
- Batting 1st Won: 1
- Batting 2nd Won: 4
- Average 1st innings score: 268
Sussex vs Somerset Head to Head Record
Sussex and Somerset faced off in seven matches in the Metro Bank One Day Cup. Sussex hold a slight upperhand with four wins, while Somerset won three matches.
- Matches Played: 7
- Sussex Won: 4
- Somerset Won: 3
Head to Head Record at Hove
At County Ground, Hove, Sussex and Somerset met in two matches and both the matches were won by the visiting Somerset team.
- Matches Played: 2
- Sussex Won: 0
- Somerset Won: 2
Sussex vs Somerset Squads
Sussex Squad: Henry Crocombe, Danny Lamb, Oli Carter, Bertie Foreman, Jack Carson, Tom Haines, Tom Clark, Charlie Tear, Fynn Hudson-Prentice, Ari Karvelas, Dan Ibrahim, Archie Lenham, Henry Rogers.
Somerset Squad: Andrew Umeed, Tom Lammonby, Archie Vaughan, Fin Hill, Josh Davey, Joshua Thomas, Kasey Aldridge, Lewis Goldsworthy, James Rew, Thomas Rew, Alfie Ogborne, Jack Leach, Jake Ball, JT Langridge, Migael Pretorius.
Sussex vs Somerset Match Winner Prediction
Somerset enter this clash with a clear edge, having already beaten Sussex in their only previous One Day Cup meeting. James Rew has been in fine form, scoring 283 runs in 5 matches, which gives Somerset solidity in the middle order. Their squad also looks well-balanced with a mix of experienced campaigners and young talent.
Sussex, meanwhile, lack the same batting firepower as their opponents. With Somerset’s recent form and superior head-to-head record, they look better placed to take control of this encounter.
Our Prediction: Somerset to Win!
