SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast Prediction 23 Jun 2023

The County Ground Hove is set to host the Vitality Blast 2023 match between Sussex and Gloucestershire.

• Sussex has had a marginally better performance compared to Gloucestershire in the tournament. Out of the 13 matches they played, Sussex managed to secure victory in six, accumulating a total of 12 points on the table.
• In contrast, Gloucestershire competed in 12 matches during the 2023 season but only emerged victorious in four, resulting in a tally of 8 points on the table.
• With both teams currently unlikely to qualify for the final, they will aim to conclude the competition on a positive note by delivering improved performances.

SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast – Venue Details

Venue: County Ground, Hove

Date: July 1st 2023

Time: 14:30 (local)

SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast – Team Previews

Sussex

Despite showing significant improvement in their recent performances and winning three out of their last five games, Sussex’s current record of 6-7 prevents them from advancing to the knockout stage. Notably, Khan (222) and Clark (247) have delivered outstanding performances, making valuable contributions to the team’s scoring. Bopara’s 288 runs, although he struggled in the previous two games with just 15 runs, have been crucial in providing some hope for the team.

While Sussex’s top order has not lived up to expectations, the middle order has displayed resilience and stability. The bowling unit has also seen improvement, primarily due to Tymal Mills’ 13 wickets for 328 runs and Shadab Khan’s 11 wickets. However, as the season nears its conclusion, it appears that their efforts may not be sufficient.

The addition of Karvelas has been intriguing, as he managed to claim impressive figures of 8/137 in just five innings, including a remarkable performance of 4/20. Sussex has performed well in their recent matches, securing victories and gaining momentum. They are currently on a three-match winning streak, which they will undoubtedly aim to continue in this upcoming match.

Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire’s absence from T20 Blast games since June 23rd, where they suffered a 4-wicket defeat to Somerset with only 3 balls remaining, has hindered their momentum. With just one win in their last five matches, they have not shown any signs of being a formidable team this season.

Roelofsen (219), Hammond (225), and Charlesworth (259) are the top scorers for Gloucestershire. However, none of them can be considered to have had an exceptional season thus far. Charlesworth, in particular, has experienced a slump with three ducks in the previous five games, indicating that most of his runs were scored earlier in the season.

Hammond’s performance has been highly unpredictable, making it difficult to rely on him. While he scored an impressive 92 runs against Yorkshire, his contributions in the four games prior were limited to just 26 runs. In terms of bowling, Payne and Smith rank somewhere in the middle compared to other bowlers in the league in terms of performance and contribution.

SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast – Probable Playing XI’s

Sussex: H Ward, T Clark, O Carter, R Bopara (Cap), Shadab Khan, M Burgess (wk), F Hudson Prentice, N McAndrew, Aristides Karvelas, T Mills, Bradley Currie

Gloucestershire: M Hammond (Cap), G Roelofsen, B Charlesworth, B Wells, JS Bracey (wk), Van Buuren, JH Taylor, D Payne, Josh Shaw, Z Akhter, AJ Dale

SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast – Pitch Report and Toss Prediction

In the first innings at the County Ground, bowlers can expect a significant amount of turn with the new ball, even though the playing surface is generally well-balanced. The presence of sea air also provides an opportunity for swing. Historically, teams have often chosen to bat second, indicating a preference for the conditions that develop as the match progresses.

SUS vs GLO – T20 Blast – Win Prediction

Both teams are struggling at the moment but Sussex’s home advantage might win them the game.