Yorkshire square off against Durham in the 56th match of the Metro Bank One Day Cup 2025 on Friday, 22nd August. The match is slated to be played at North Marine Road Ground and the scheduled start time is 3:30 PM IST. Catch all the live updates of this match including playing XI, match winner analysis, picks, pitch report of the Yorkshire vs Durham match.
Yorkshire vs Durham Picks
Stats
- The average 1st innings score at Scarborough is 270 runs.
- The average 2nd innings score at Scarborough is 249 runs.
- Imam-ul-Haq has scored 385 runs in 4 matches for Yorkshire this season.
North Marine Ground Road Pitch Report
The pitch at Scarborough’s North Marine Road Ground tends to be balanced but slightly bowling-friendly, especially early in the innings. Fast bowlers may find some swing due to the ground’s coastal conditions, while spinners come into play as the match progresses. The outfield is quick, so well-timed shots can fetch good value.
The average first innings score here is 270 runs, while teams batting second have averaged 249. The pitch isn’t too tough for batters, but early wickets can put pressure on the batting side. A smart mix of pace and spin, along with disciplined fielding, will be key on this surface.
Yorkshire vs Durham Head to Head Record
Yorkshire and Durham faced off in four matches in the Metro Bank One Day Cup. Both the teams have a balanced record by winning two matches each.
- Matches Played: 4
- Yorkshire Won: 2
- Durham Won: 2
Yorkshire vs Durham Squads
Yorkshire Squad: Fin Bean, Dom Bess, Ben Cliff, Harry Duke, George Hill, Will Luxton, Adam Lyth, Matt Milnes, Dan Moriarty, Matty Revis, Imam ul-Haq, James Wharton, Jack White.
Durham Squad: Colin Ackermann, Sam Conners, George Drissell, Emilio Gay, Mitchell Killeen, Alex Lees, James Minto, Haydon Mustard, Ben Raine, Will Rhodes, Luke Robinson, Ollie Robinson, Codi Yusuf.
Yorkshire vs Durham Match Analysis
Yorkshire will start as favorites in this clash against Durham. This is largely due to the form of Imam-ul-Haq, with 385 runs in just 4 matches. The teams share an even head-to-head record in the One Day Cup with two wins each, but Yorkshire have an edge for the upcoming fixture.
Durham has a capable squad with experienced names like Alex Lees and Ben Raine, yet Yorkshire’s stronger batting depth and home advantage make them better placed to secure victory in this contest.
Our Analysis: Yorkshire has the better chance of winning.
